Gulf of America

Legislature

Senate Democrats delay “Gulf of America” bill

Senate Democrats delayed a Gulf renaming bill, arguing Republican lawmakers are prioritizing symbolism over cost-of-living issues.

March 20, 2026

Senate committee advances bill to rename Gulf of Mexico despite Democratic pushback

Lawmakers voted Tuesday to align Alabama with federal naming conventions, adopting the name Gulf of America despite concerns over historical accuracy.

March 4, 2026

House passes bill that would rename Gulf of Mexico

If the bill passes the Senate, the body of water would become known as the Gulf of America.

February 25, 2026

House committee advances bill to rename Gulf of Mexico

The committee also heard a bill by Representative Mark Gidley on prohibiting the term "West Bank" for Israel's West Bank.

February 5, 2026

Sen. Britt signs letter calling for ban on Chinese seafood imports

Senators urged immediate action against illegal Chinese fishing, alleging economic assault and human rights abuses in the seafood industry.

August 26, 2025

Sen. Britt celebrates bill to address snapper, tuna poaching clearing Senate

The legislation passed the Senate on Monday and now progresses to the U.S. House. It aims to protect Alabama’s fishermen and combat cartel-backed poachers.

July 17, 2025

Lawmakers will try again next year to rename Gulf of Mexico

Renaming the gulf to the "Gulf of America" was one of President Donald Trump's first acts in his second term.

July 7, 2025

Alabama House Republicans want to require “Gulf of America” name change

Legislation proposed by House Republicans would require new maps, educational materials, documents and websites to change the name of the Gulf of Mexico.

February 14, 2025