Hands Off Our Boca Chica Beach Act of 2026
To designate Boca Chica Beach located in Cameron County, Texas, as "Boca Chica Beach", and for other purposes.
This bill, HB9779, proposes to officially name Boca Chica Beach in Cameron County, Texas, as "Boca Chica Beach." It aims to recognize the beach's identity and perhaps emphasize its cultural or historical importance. The bill was introduced on July 20, 2026, by Vicente Gonzalez, a Democrat, and it has since been referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources and a subcommittee for further review.
The bill would mainly impact local officials and residents of Cameron County by formally recognizing the name of the beach. It might also affect any tourism and business activities that rely on the beach's name for branding and marketing.
As of September 2, 2026, the bill is in the early stages of the legislative process, having been introduced and referred to the appropriate committees. The next steps will likely include subcommittee hearings and potential amendments before a vote could occur.
