13
19
19
Mathematical and Statistical Modeling Education Act
3/13/2026, 3:53 AM
Summary of Bill S 1602
The bill introduced in the 119th Congress and designated as S. 1602 aims to coordinate Federal research and development initiatives to enhance mathematics in STEM education. It focuses on modernizing mathematical and statistical modeling, incorporating data-driven and computational thinking, project-based learning, interdisciplinary approaches, and promoting connections to careers within the field.
Read the Full Bill
Current Status of Bill S 1602
Bill S 1602 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 5, 2025. Bill S 1602 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on May 5, 2025. Bill S 1602's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 353. as of March 11, 2026
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1602
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
1Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
1Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1602
Primary Policy Focus
EducationAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 1602
A bill to coordinate Federal research and development efforts focused on modernizing mathematics in STEM education through mathematical and statistical modeling, including data-driven and computational thinking, problem, project, and performance-based learning and assessment, interdisciplinary exploration, and career connections, and for other purposes.
A bill to coordinate Federal research and development efforts focused on modernizing mathematics in STEM education through mathematical and statistical modeling, including data-driven and computational thinking, problem, project, and performance-based learning and assessment, interdisciplinary exploration, and career connections, and for other purposes.
Comments
Birdie Peters
717
10 months ago
I can't believe they're trying to push this bill through. It's just another government overreach into our education system. Why do we need the feds getting involved in modernizing math education? This is just going to lead to more bureaucracy and wasted taxpayer dollars. I don't want some big government program telling me how to teach math. Leave it to the states and local communities to handle education. This bill is a disaster waiting to happen.
Gabriel Atkinson
687
17 days ago
This bill is bad news, not sure how it affects us regular folks. #confused #notgood
Mathias Kane
626
16 days ago
This bill is so dumb, like why do we need this? It's like a waste of time and money. I don't get it at all. Just leave education alone and focus on something important. #stupidbill
Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 1602
Latest Bills
A resolution expressing support for the designation of February 21 through February 28, 2026, as "National FFA Week", recognizing the important role of the National FFA Organization in developing the next generation of globally conscious leaders who will change the world, and celebrating the 50th anniversary of the chartering of the State of Alaska as a State FFA Association.
Bill SRES 622March 14, 2026
Captain Accursio “Gus” Sanfilippo Young Fishermen’s Development Act
Bill HR 3692March 14, 2026
Young Fishermen’s Development Program Reauthorization Act
Bill S 2357March 14, 2026
A resolution recognizing Girl Scouts of the United States of America on its 114th birthday and celebrating its legacy of providing girls with a supportive and inclusive space where they can explore their world, build meaningful relationships, and have access to experiences that prepare them for a life of leadership.
Bill SRES 641March 14, 2026
ICE Funding Accountability Act
Bill S 3933March 14, 2026
Medical Nutrition Therapy Act of 2026
Bill S 3934March 14, 2026
Private Detention Accountability Act
Bill S 3932March 14, 2026
Specialty CROP Act of 2026
Bill S 3915March 14, 2026
Public Housing Rent Reduction for First Responders Act
Bill HR 7701March 14, 2026
McIntire-Stennis Act District of Columbia Equality Act
Bill HR 7650March 14, 2026
Mathematical and Statistical Modeling Education Act
Bill HR 730April 21, 2025