This bill designates Boca Chica Beach in Cameron County, Texas with the official name "Boca Chica Beach" and updates all federal references to reflect this designation. The legislation also requires the Domestic Names Committee, which oversees geographic naming decisions, to notify members of Congress who represent affected areas whenever someone proposes a new geographic name, allowing legislators to weigh in on naming proposals that impact their districts. The bill was introduced by Representative Vicente Gonzalez of Texas in July 2026 and referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources. No specific funding or implementation timeline is included in the legislation.
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