Gulf of Mexico Officially Renamed Gulf of America to Honor Greatness
Published Date: 9/15/2025
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The Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement is renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America to honor American greatness. This change affects all related regulations and maps, covering the U.S. coastal area from Texas to Florida. The update takes effect immediately and won’t cost extra money but will boost national pride.
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