Florida Renames State Road 80 as 'President Donald J. Trump Highway'

Governor DeSantis signs new law designating the highway in honor of former president.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 6:41pm

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A vibrant, abstract painting featuring overlapping geometric shapes and brushstrokes in warm sunset colors, evoking the winding path of a highway road with the faint outline of a presidential seal emerging from the composition.The renaming of a major Florida highway after the former president reflects the lasting political influence of Donald Trump in the state.West Palm Beach Today

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has signed Senate Bill 628 into law, officially renaming the entirety of State Road 80 as the 'President Donald J. Trump Highway'. The new designation covers the road that runs across the southern part of the state from Palm Beach to the Gulf Coast.

Why it matters

The decision to rename the major state highway in honor of the former president is seen as a politically-charged move by DeSantis, a close ally of Trump, and is likely to stir up controversy and debate around the legacy of the Trump presidency in the state.

The details

Senate Bill 628 was passed by the Florida legislature earlier this year and designates the 175-mile stretch of State Road 80 that runs from Palm Beach to Fort Myers as the 'President Donald J. Trump Highway'. The new name will be added to all road signs and maps along the route.

  • Governor DeSantis signed the bill into law on April 15, 2026.
  • The new highway designation will take effect on June 1, 2026.

The players

Governor Ron DeSantis

The Republican governor of Florida who signed the bill renaming State Road 80 after former President Donald Trump.

Donald J. Trump

The former president of the United States whose name will now be used to designate a major Florida highway.

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What they’re saying

“President Trump's legacy will live on through this highway that connects the southern part of our state.”

— Governor Ron DeSantis

“This is a fitting tribute to the 45th president and his tremendous impact on Florida and the nation.”

— State Senator Joe Gruters, Bill Sponsor

What’s next

The new highway signs are expected to be installed by the Florida Department of Transportation before the June 1st effective date.

The takeaway

The renaming of State Road 80 as the 'President Donald J. Trump Highway' is a highly partisan move that reflects the continued political influence of the former president in Florida, where he maintains a strong base of support. The decision is likely to further divide public opinion around Trump's legacy.