Post Quantum Cybersecurity Standards Act
Rep. Stevens Introduces Bipartisan Post Quantum Cybersecurity Standards Act to Protect Critical Infrastructure
This bill is currently moving through the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. The committee recently voted to approve the bill, which means it is now ready to be sent to the full House for further consideration. It is actively moving forward in the legislative process.
Legislative Progress
The bill has support from both parties and deals with a major security concern, but it is still in the very early stages of the lawmaking process.
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NIST and NSF staff would take on new responsibilities related to developing guidance, running the grant program, and expanding cryptography research. This creates additional workload for federal employees at these agencies, though it also represents an investment in their agencies' missions and expertise.
Milestones
Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 35 - 0.
The committee approved this bill and is sending it to the full chamber for a vote. This is a significant step — most bills never get this far.
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
Introduced in House
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
Votes
No votes have been recorded for this legislation yet.
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Post Quantum Cybersecurity Standards Act
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