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Prohibition on renaming Persian Gulf: Protecting historical name.

This bill aims to ensure that the U.S. government does not use taxpayer money to rename the Persian Gulf. This means official U.S. documents and maps will continue to use the historical name, aiming to maintain consistency in international geographical nomenclature.
Key points
Prohibits the use of federal funds to rename the Persian Gulf.
All official U.S. documents and maps must continue to refer to the Persian Gulf by its current name, unless Congress explicitly authorizes otherwise.
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Print number: 119_HR_3326
Sponsor: Rep. Ansari, Yassamin [D-AZ-3]
Process start date: 2025-05-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Persian Gulf Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_3326.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-05-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits the use of federal funds to rename the Persian Gulf.
  • All official U.S. documents and maps must continue to refer to the Persian Gulf by its current name, unless Congress explicitly authorizes otherwise.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Ansari, Yassamin [D-AZ-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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