COLUMBUS - A decision by the U.S. Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals today prevents the state from using the words “With God All Things Art Possible” as the official state motto.

It’s a disappointing ruling that we are reviewing with our clients. We are considering our options to appeal the court’s decision, These include petitioning for a review of the decision by all Sixth Circuit judges, or asking the U.S. Supreme Court to take the case. Regardless of which direction we choose, we will ask the Sixth Circuit to stay its decision until the appeals process runs its course.

Ohio has used this motto since 1959. Our argument has been and continues to be that the motto does not promote religion and thus does not violate the Constitution.