Bill > SB1992

This bill requires municipalities and counties in Texas to display the phrase "In God We Trust" on the outside of buildings they own, lease, or use, but only if the signage is donated and the donor also covers the installation costs. The bill amends the Local Government Code by adding a new subchapter that mandates local government entities to place the national motto in a conspicuous location on their buildings. Municipalities and county commissioners courts must comply with this requirement as soon as practicable after the bill's effective date. The bill will take effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote in the Texas legislature; otherwise, it will take effect on September 1, 2025. This legislation appears to be part of a broader movement to promote the national motto in public spaces, requiring no direct cost to local governments since the signage and installation must be donated.