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HRES 129

Expressing support for the designation of February 9, 2025, as the first ever "Gulf of America Day" and celebrating the importance of changing the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America.

119th Congress Introduced by Mark Alford

Symbolic House resolution expressing support for Feb 9, 2025 as Gulf of America Day and for renaming the Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America; no legal effect.

Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
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Bill Summary · HRES 129

Summary: H.Res. 129 — Expressing support for Gulf of America Day and Gulf of America designation

  • Bill type and number: House Resolution (H.Res. 129)
  • Title: Expressing support for the designation of February 9, 2025, as the first ever "Gulf of America Day" and celebrating the importance of changing the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America
  • Sponsor: Mark Alford (primary)
  • Introduced: February 13, 2025
  • Current status: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources
  • Classification: Resolution (non-binding)

Purpose and intent

  • The primary purpose of H.Res. 129 is symbolic and commemorative. It expresses:
    • Support for designating February 9, 2025, as the first Gulf of America Day.
    • Celebration of the concept of changing the name of the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America.

Key provisions

  • Expresses the House’s support for designating Gulf of America Day on February 9, 2025.
  • Celebrates the importance of changing the Gulf of Mexico’s name to the Gulf of America.
  • The language reflects opinion and ceremonial intent rather than creating any enforceable policy or funding.

Who or what would be affected

  • Territorial/imaginary impact: The resolution is symbolic. It does not enact regulatory changes, authorize spending, or create binding requirements.
  • Potential indirect effects: It may influence public discourse, awareness, or celebrations surrounding the concept of a Gulf of America Day, and could shape informal or ceremonial activities by organizations, educators, or communities. It does not physically rename the Gulf of Mexico by law or international agreement.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduced: February 13, 2025.
  • Referral: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
  • Next steps (if pursued): The committee could hold hearings or markup; if approved, the measure would go to the full House for a floor vote. If passed by the House, it would proceed to the Senate and, if approved there and signed by the President, could become a formal resolution. As a resolution, even if adopted, it would not change federal law or official geographic names.

Notes and context

  • This bill is a symbolic, non-binding measure expressing preference regarding a commemorative day and a proposed name change for a major body of water.
  • The real-world effect on naming would require broader actions beyond a House resolution, including potential regulatory or statutory processes and approvals.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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