What does Preamble of In God We Trust Act do?

This bill requires the Administrator of General Services to display or inscribe the national motto of the United States on all Federal buildings. The bill's stated purpose is to require the display or inscription of the national motto on Federal buildings.

What does SHORT TITLE. of In God We Trust Act do?

This Act is formally titled the 'In God We Trust Act'.

What does DISPLAY OF NATIONAL MOTTO ON FEDERAL BUILDINGS. of In God We Trust Act do?

This section defines 'public building' as having the meaning specified in section 3301(a) of title 40, United States Code. The Administrator of General Services is required to inscribe or display the national motto on every public building. This requirement must be completed within one year of the Act's enactment.

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In God We Trust Act

Last updated: 9/9/2025 · Introduced: 9/9/2025

Author: Josh Hawley (R-MO)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill mandates the inscription or display of the national motto, 'In God We Trust,' on all federal buildings.
It defines 'public building' using existing federal code.
Federal buildings must comply with this requirement within one year of the Act's enactment.

119th Congressin committeeHR. 8826(In Committee)Official page

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