House vote: H.Con.Res. 13 // November 1, 2011Needed two-thirds to agree
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
Sponsor: J. Forbes (R-VA)
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.
Law Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.
Who won, and how much of the country was behind them
The dotted gap is 6.6% of U.S. adults whose member did not vote, voted “present,” or whose seat was vacant.
| Side | Outcome | Votes | Share of U.S. adults |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yea | Won | 396 | 91.4% |
| Nay | Lost | 9 | 2.0% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 6.6% |