Displaying official US motto in state buildings
SB 503 requires all West Virginia state office buildings and individual agency offices to display the national motto "In God We Trust" in a visible, conspicuous location. The display must be durable, at least 8.5x11 inches, and may include the U.S. flag but no other text or imagery. State funds cannot be used for this display; agencies may only accept private donations. The law, effective July 1, 2026, applies to all state buildings used for official business. It does not change the motto itself but mandates its physical display in specified locations.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Jan 19, 2026
Last action Jan 19, 2026
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Jan 19, 2026
Committee
To Government Organization
upper
Jan 19, 2026
Introduced
Introduced in Senate
upper
Jan 19, 2026
Committee
To Government Organization then Finance
upper
1 primary · 7 co-sponsors
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