In God We Trust Act

This bill, titled the In God We Trust Act, would require the Administrator of the General Services Administration (GSA) to inscribe or display the national motto, “In God We Trust,” in a prominent place on every federal public building within one year of enactment. It defines “public building” by reference to existing law (40 U.S.C. 3301(a)) and requires the motto to be displayed in the manner described in 36 U.S.C. 302. The text provided does not include any funding provisions, enforcement mechanisms, or detailed exemptions. The sponsor listed in the bill is Senator Hawley. In practical terms, if enacted, the bill would mandate a nationwide, visible display of the national motto on all federally owned or leased public buildings (such as federal office buildings, courthouses, post offices, and similar facilities) managed by the GSA, within a year of enactment.