Bill > S0706

This bill defines "major commercial service airport" as a commercial airport classified as medium or large hub by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and it grants the state the exclusive authority to name these airports. It specifically names several major commercial service airports, including renaming the Palm Beach International Airport to "President Donald J. Trump International Airport," which is contingent upon FAA approval and an agreement with the rights holder for perpetual and unrestricted use of the name for branding and promotional purposes. The bill also states that an airport's name remains valid even if it no longer meets the major commercial service airport criteria, and requires the Department of Transportation to annually review these classifications and report any changes to the Legislature. Furthermore, government records created after July 1, 2026, must use these designated airport names, which are considered branding designations and do not necessitate the creation of new legal entities or the amendment of existing contracts by political subdivisions (local government entities that own and control these airports). A political subdivision is considered in compliance if it actively pursues necessary approvals for name changes and begins implementing signage and branding updates promptly after receiving those approvals, with "timely commences" defined as initiating planning and implementation within a reasonable timeframe considering funding and procurement laws. The act takes effect on July 1, 2026.

Health and Social Services

Rules (Senate), Transportation (Senate)

https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/706