Arizona Bill Advances to Teach Gulf of America: What You Need to Know

Arizona House Advances Bill to Teach the Gulf of America

Arizona schools may soon be required to educate students about the Gulf of America, formerly known as the Gulf of Mexico. Find out more about this legislative change and its implications for education in the state.

Renaming by Executive Order

President Donald Trump renamed the body of water to the Gulf of America through an executive order. The bill sponsor, Representative Teresa Martinez, aims to extend this education mandate to public universities as well. The bill now awaits a vote in the state Senate.