United States 112th Congress Status: Died 1 R cosponsors

HCONRES 13 — Reaffirming "In God We Trust" as the official motto of the United States and supporting and encouraging the public display of the national motto in all public buildings, public schools, and other government institutions.

Last action — Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

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  3. Died in session

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Summary

Reaffirms "In God We Trust" as the official motto of the United States. Encourages its display in all public buildings, public schools, and other government institutions.

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Action History

  1. Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

  2. Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

  3. On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 396 - 9, 2 Present (Roll no. 816). (text: CR H7169)

  4. Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H7186)

  5. At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.

  6. DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 13.

  7. Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H7169-7175)

  8. Mr. Forbes moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.

  9. Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 23.

  10. Reported by the Committee on Judiciary. H. Rept. 112-47.

  11. Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.

  12. Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

  13. Subcommittee on the Constitution Discharged.

  14. Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution.

  15. Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

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Frequently asked questions

What does HCONRES 13 do?
Reaffirms "In God We Trust" as the official motto of the United States. Encourages its display in all public buildings, public schools, and other government institutions.
Who sponsors HCONRES 13?
HCONRES 13 is sponsored by Randy Forbes (R).
What is the current status of HCONRES 13?
This bill died with 112th Congress. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track HCONRES 13?
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