The Senate expresses its strong support for designating 2026 as the "Year of Math" in the United States. This initiative aims to underscore the foundational importance of mathematical sciences, recognizing their pervasive influence across all STEM disciplines and their critical contributions to national security and economic prosperity. The resolution highlights how mathematical and statistical advances enable the understanding of complex systems and the design of new technologies, with broad applications in fields such as medicine, artificial intelligence, and energy. A key provision of this resolution is to celebrate the United States being selected as the host for the International Congress of Mathematicians (ICM) in 2026, which will take place in Philadelphia. This prestigious event provides a unique platform to increase the visibility of mathematical sciences as fields of study and to communicate the myriad benefits of education in mathematics and statistics. The Senate also seeks to celebrate the vital role that mathematics and statistics play in the everyday lives of all people, from technology and news to games and music, inspiring future generations to engage with these essential subjects.
A resolution expressing support for declaring 2026 the "Year of Math" in the United States.
USA119th CongressSRES-569| Senate
| Updated: 12/18/2025
The Senate expresses its strong support for designating 2026 as the "Year of Math" in the United States. This initiative aims to underscore the foundational importance of mathematical sciences, recognizing their pervasive influence across all STEM disciplines and their critical contributions to national security and economic prosperity. The resolution highlights how mathematical and statistical advances enable the understanding of complex systems and the design of new technologies, with broad applications in fields such as medicine, artificial intelligence, and energy. A key provision of this resolution is to celebrate the United States being selected as the host for the International Congress of Mathematicians (ICM) in 2026, which will take place in Philadelphia. This prestigious event provides a unique platform to increase the visibility of mathematical sciences as fields of study and to communicate the myriad benefits of education in mathematics and statistics. The Senate also seeks to celebrate the vital role that mathematics and statistics play in the everyday lives of all people, from technology and news to games and music, inspiring future generations to engage with these essential subjects.