This resolution expresses congressional support for designating 2026 as the "Year of Math" in the United States. The declaration is timed to coincide with the International Congress of Mathematicians (ICM) being held in Philadelphia from July 23-30, 2026—only the third time the United States has hosted this prestigious event since it began in 1897. The resolution highlights the importance of mathematics across all scientific and engineering fields, its critical role in addressing national challenges like cybersecurity and healthcare, and its everyday applications in technology and artificial intelligence. The bill also aims to address the perception that math is difficult by promoting it as fascinating and rewarding, encouraging engagement with young students, parents, and educators through hands-on activities. This is a symbolic resolution with no direct funding or regulatory requirements—it simply calls for recognition and visibility of mathematics as a vital discipline to America's economic and national security interests.
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