National Security Commission Quantum Computing Act of 2026
Quantum Computing: National Security Commission
This bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process and has been sent to several House committees for review. It is considered active as it waits for these groups to study the proposal before it can move forward. No further actions have been scheduled at this time.
Legislative Progress
The bill has support from both parties, which helps its chances. However, many bills that create study groups are often added to larger defense laws instead of passing by themselves.
Key Points
- This bill creates a group of 11 experts to study quantum computing. This technology uses advanced science to solve problems much faster than today's most powerful computers.
- The group will look at how the United States can stay ahead of other countries in this field. They will also study how these computers might be used in future wars and what ethical rules should be followed.
- The commission will suggest ways to find and train more workers in science and math. This is meant to help the country build a stronger workforce for high tech jobs.
- The Department of Defense will provide up to $10 million to pay for this work. The group must give its first report to Congress and the White House within six months of the bill becoming law.
Impact Analysis
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Milestones
Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committees on Education and Workforce, Foreign Affairs, Science, Space, and Technology, and Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Introduced in House
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Source Information
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
National Security Commission Quantum Computing Act of 2026
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