HB1243Introduced in the House
Require the display of the state motto in public schools and provide for associated legal representation.
Introduced by Phil Jensen, District 33
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Require the display of the state motto in public schools and provide for associated legal representation.
Where it stands
House of Representatives Do Pass Amended, Failed, YEAS 28, NAYS 38. H.J. 282
February 10, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
HouseStage: Do Pass Amended · February 10, 2026
28
Yes
38
No
4
Absent or Not Voting
70 representatives recorded in this House vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
See how each representative voted
| Representative | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Logan Manhart | 1 | Yes |
| Nick Fosness | 1 | No |
| David Kull | 2 | No |
| John Sjaarda | 2 | Yes |
| Al Novstrup | 3 | No |
| Brandei Schaefbauer | 3 | Yes |
| Dylan Jordan | 4 | Yes |
| Kent Roe | 4 | No |
| Josephine Garcia | 5 | Yes |
| Matt Roby | 5 | No |
Bill history
First read in House and referred to House Education H.J. 192
Scheduled for hearing
Education Motion to amend, Passed Amendment 1243B
Education Do Pass Amended, Passed, YEAS 9, NAYS 6.
House of Representatives Do Pass Amended, Failed, YEAS 28, NAYS 38. H.J. 282
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