OMAHA- LB178 calls for the motto "In God We Trust" to be posted in all classrooms or other prominent places in the school so it can be easily seen. Similar bills have been entertained in the past, but have not advanced very far. LB178 had its hearing on Monday where many gathered to show both support and opposition to the idea.

Nebraska school boards currently have the option of voting on the display of the memo within their schools. Erdman argued that LB 178 had nothing to do with the establishment of religion, and was more about commemorating an important part of U.S. history. “The national motto is not being taught and displayed in Nebraska’s public schools, yet it plays an important role in our history and in our heritage,” Erdman exclaimed.

Supporters pointed to various times in the country's history where faith has played a role. Others, however, said requiring a prominent display in schools would violate students’ freedom of religion. One testified pointed out that the county is not based on one single religion. Rather each individual has the right to choose which religion they follow and the manner in which they will do so.

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