Congress·In Committee·H.R. 8530

Quantum for Health Act

Quantum Computing: Health and Research Expansion

Apr 27·View on Congress.gov·Read full text

Next up: A house committee

The Quantum for Health Act is currently in the early stages of the legislative process. It was recently sent to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology for review. The bill is actively moving as it waits for the committee to decide on its next steps.

Legislative Progress

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Unlikely to pass

While quantum technology has bipartisan support, this specific bill is in the early stages and needs more cosponsors to move through a divided Congress.

Key Points

This bill aims to use advanced computing technology to solve health problems and provide social benefits. It would officially add the Department of Health and Human Services to the groups leading the nation's strategy for this high-tech research.
The plan doubles the number of national research centers from five to ten. These centers would focus on practical technology and engineering, specifically looking at how this science can improve healthcare, medicine, and chemistry.
It opens up more opportunities for nonprofit research groups to work with the government and universities. It also requires these centers to create outreach programs to help more women and students from diverse backgrounds get into science and technology careers.

Impact Analysis

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Milestones

2 milestones2 actions

Apr 27, 2026House

Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.

Apr 27, 2026

Introduced in House

The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.

No votes, news coverage, or related bills recorded for this bill yet.

Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Quantum for Health Act

Bill NumberHR 8530

Congress119th Congress

ChamberHouse of Representatives

Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.

Data Sources

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