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 proposes to officially name Boca Chica Beach in Cameron County, Texas, as "Boca Chica Beach." This measure aims to recognize the name that the local community has already been using. Additionally, the bill includes other unspecified purposes, though the primary focus is on the naming designation.
The bill would directly affect the residents and visitors of Boca Chica Beach by formalizing its name. It could also have implications for tourism, local governance, and historical documentation.
HB9779 was introduced on July 20, 2026, and was immediately referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources. As of the latest update, the bill is in its initial stages, having just been introduced and referred for further review and discussion.
