Recognizing the 202d anniversary of the adoption of the Great Seal of the State of Missouri.

Bill 118 HRES 958, also known as Recognizing the 202nd anniversary of the adoption of the Great Seal of the State of Missouri, is a resolution introduced in the US Congress to honor and commemorate the historical significance of the Great Seal of Missouri. The Great Seal of Missouri was officially adopted on September 4, 1822, and has since served as a symbol of the state's identity and history.

The resolution acknowledges the importance of the Great Seal in representing the values and heritage of Missouri, as well as its role in promoting unity and pride among the state's residents. It also recognizes the artistic and symbolic elements of the seal, including the state motto "Salus Populi Suprema Lex Esto" which translates to "Let the welfare of the people be the supreme law."

Furthermore, the resolution highlights the seal's depiction of a grizzly bear representing courage and strength, a crescent moon symbolizing the state's newness, and a star representing Missouri as the 24th state to join the Union. It also mentions the seal's inclusion of a helmet and a crest with the Latin phrase "United we stand, divided we fall." Overall, Bill 118 HRES 958 aims to celebrate and honor the rich history and symbolism of the Great Seal of Missouri, recognizing its enduring significance in the state's culture and identity.