NC H16

Requires the Legislative Services Officer to display the national motto "In God We Trust" directly above and behind the dais of both the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President of the Senate

Display must be consistent with the historic and patriotic display located above the dais of the Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives

Implementation costs shall first be covered by private gifts or donations to the State for this purpose

If no private funds are received within 90 days of the effective date, the Legislative Services Officer may use available funds to cover costs

Effective date: July 1, 2025