Senate Resolution 569 expresses congressional support for designating 2026 as the "Year of Math" in the United States. The resolution celebrates the fact that the International Congress of Mathematicians will be 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 emphasizes that mathematics is fundamental to advances in science, engineering, medicine, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and other critical fields, while acknowledging that many Americans have developed negative attitudes toward math despite its importance and relevance to everyday life. The measure calls on the nation to use 2026 as an opportunity to increase visibility of mathematical sciences, inspire young people to pursue math education, and highlight how mathematics underpins national security and economic prosperity. This is a symbolic resolution with no direct funding or implementation requirements.
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