This bill, titled the "In God We Trust Act," mandates that the Administrator of General Services display or inscribe the national motto of the United States on all federal buildings. It specifies that within one year of the Act's enactment, the motto, which is "In God We Trust," must be placed in a prominent location on every public building. The legislation defines "public building" by referencing existing federal code, ensuring a comprehensive application across government properties. Its core purpose is to make the national motto a ubiquitous and visible fixture throughout federal infrastructure, thereby affirming its presence in public spaces.
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Timeline
Introduced in Senate
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
Introduced in Senate
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
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In God We Trust Act
USA119th CongressS-2736| Senate
| Updated: 9/9/2025
This bill, titled the "In God We Trust Act," mandates that the Administrator of General Services display or inscribe the national motto of the United States on all federal buildings. It specifies that within one year of the Act's enactment, the motto, which is "In God We Trust," must be placed in a prominent location on every public building. The legislation defines "public building" by referencing existing federal code, ensuring a comprehensive application across government properties. Its core purpose is to make the national motto a ubiquitous and visible fixture throughout federal infrastructure, thereby affirming its presence in public spaces.