Michigan § 2.162 - National motto; placement in public buildings.
Full text of Michigan Michigan Compiled Laws § 2.162 — National motto; placement in public buildings., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2.162. National motto; placement in public buildings.
This state strongly encourages each state agency and unit of local government to exercise their constitutional ability to place the national motto "In God We Trust" in or on public buildings or land owned or occupied by that state agency or unit of local government.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan § 2.162
What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 2.162 cover?
Section 2.162 ("National motto; placement in public buildings.") is part of the Michigan Compiled Laws, the codified statutory law of Michigan. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Michigan § 2.162?
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Is this the official text of Michigan law?
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