This Senate resolution expresses support for declaring 2026 the "Year of Math." It notes that the International Congress of Mathematicians (ICM) will be held in Philadelphia from July 23 to July 30, 2026. The text highlights that mathematical and statistical research is important to many fields, that math education connects to science and engineering, and that the national math community is working to engage students, parents, and educators.
The resolution is a public statement that celebrates math and the United States hosting the ICM. It calls attention to math education, outreach activities, and the benefits of mathematics in areas like technology, health, and transportation. The resolution has been referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation and is listed as in progress.
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The resolution itself lists reasons for support: it says research in the mathematical sciences is active and exciting; math is foundational to advances in science and engineering; math and statistics help understand complex systems and support technology; mathematics has everyday applications across many fields; the national mathematics community aims to keep U.S. strength in the field and to engage future generations; and hosting ICM 2026 provides a platform to increase the visibility of mathematical sciences.
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