TALHASSEE, Fla. (WFLA) – The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Committee has renamed the Gulf of Mexico to “American Gulf.”
The FWC said in support of President Donald Trump’s executive order that they have renamed the Gulf Coast with all committees, documents, rules, maps, forms and resources.
“As an important resource for Florida and its citizens, the US Gulf offers both recreational and economic opportunities through fishing, boating, tourism and other outdoor pursuits, plays an important role in the economy and leisure activities of our nation and nation.”
Divisions, offices and programs directly related to the US Gulf:
Areas within the Boat and Waterways Division of the Marine Fisheries Management Fish and Wildlife Research Institute Law Enforcement Agency
For more information about the Executive Order and the FWC, please visit their website.
