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119-sres-569119th Congress

A resolution expressing support for declaring 2026 the "Year of Math" in the United States.

Sponsored By: Senator Hickenlooper, John W. [D-CO]

Introduced

Summary

Would declare 2026 the 'Year of Math' and promote the mathematical sciences. It links that designation to the United States hosting the International Congress of Mathematicians in Philadelphia from July 23 to July 30, 2026.

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  • Families and students: Would raise public attention to how mathematics and statistics shape everyday life, including technology, news, games, literature, and music.
  • Educators and researchers: Would use ICM 2026 as a platform to showcase mathematical research and celebrate prizes such as the Fields Medal.
  • National policy and industry: Would highlight that mathematics underpins all STEM fields and stress its importance for economic prosperity and national security.

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Sponsors & CoSponsors

Sponsor

Hickenlooper, John W. [D-CO]

CO • D

Cosponsors

  • Sen. Capito, Shelley Moore [R-WV]

    WV • R

    Sponsored 12/18/2025

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