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A resolution supporting the display of the national motto "In God We Trust" in a prominent location in the Foley City Hall Council Chambers.
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A resolution supporting the display of the national motto "In God We Trust" in a prominent location in the Foley City Hall Council Chambers.
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WHEREAS, "In God We Trust" became the United States national motto on July 30, 1956, shortly after our nation led the world through the trauma of World War II; and
WHEREAS, the words have been used on U.S. currency since 1864; and
WHEREAS, the same inspiring slogan is engraved above the entrance to the Senate Chamber as well as above the Speaker's dais in the House of Representatives; and
WHEREAS, in both war and peace, these words have been a profound source of strength and guidance to many generations of Americans; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to display this patriotic motto in the Council Chambers as a way to solemnize public occasions and express confidence in our society.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Foley, Alabama, as follows:
SECTION 1: Declares that the historic and patriotic words of our national motto, "In God We Trust," shall be permanently and prominently displayed in the City of Foley Council Chambers.
SECTION 2: This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its adoption as required by law.