Religion Timeline U.S. History By jeremy.banner17 Feb 1, 1692 Salem Witch Trials Jan 1, 1774 Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom Thomas Jefferson asked about his religion Oct 6, 1864 "In God We Trust" The Act of Congress passed. Jan 1, 1959 Atheists Seven States prohibited atheists to be able to hold office. Tried to make on believe in God. Jan 1, 1993 Religious Freedom Restoration Act