Atheists Object as Kansas Lawmakers Want 'In God We Trust' in Classrooms, Public Buildings

A Kansas lawmaker has introduced a proposed measure requiring every public building in the Sunflower State to display the US national motto, "In God We Trust."

The Wichita Eagle reports House Bill No. 2476 would require all state and municipal buildings, public colleges and universities as well as all public school libraries and classrooms to have the motto displayed.

The bill's lead sponsor is state Rep. Michael Capps from Wichita.

The measure reflects similar bills in other states like Oklahoma and Florida that would require public display of the motto. In 2006, the phrase was also designated as the motto of the state of Florida.

"It should be displayed as an acknowledgment of our country's history and founding principles," Capps said.