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OK SR58
Resolution
AI Summary
- "In God We Trust" was adopted as the official U.S. motto in 1956 through joint resolution by the 84th Congress and signed by President Eisenhower on July 30, 1956, codified in 36 U.S.C., Section 186.
- The motto was designed as an alternative to "E pluribus unum," which was the first unofficial motto used in 1782.
- The motto first appeared on U.S. coins in 1864 and on paper currency in 1957, following a November 13, 1861 letter from Reverend M.R. Watkinson petitioning the Treasury Department to add religious recognition to coins.
- Legislation was introduced and passed on April 22, 1864, authorizing inclusion of the phrase on one-cent and two-cent coins.
- Oklahoma State Senate members are directed to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the national motto's adoption and cultivate public display of the motto.
Legislative Description
A Resolution commemorating the 60th anniversary of the national motto; encouraging and supporting its public display.
Last Action
Enrolled, filed with Secretary of State
5/4/2016
Full Bill Text
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