National Security Commission Quantum Computing Act of 2026
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Overview
This bill establishes the National Security Commission on Quantum Computing to review the United States’ advancements in quantum computing and advise the President and Congress on how to maintain a technological advantage. The commission will consider factors like competitiveness, international trends, workforce development, and ethical implications related to quantum computing’s use, particularly in military applications. It will also recommend ways to better organize the federal government’s response to this technology.
Key provisions
- Establishes the National Security Commission on Quantum Computing.
- Requires the Commission to review advances in quantum computing and assess national security needs.
- Directs the Commission to consider competitiveness, international trends, workforce development, and ethical implications.
- Specifies the composition of the Commission, with appointments from key congressional committees and the Department of Defense.
- Sets deadlines for member appointments and submission of initial and comprehensive reports.
- Authorizes $10 million in funding for the Commission for fiscal year 2027.
- Mandates the Commission to submit reports to the President and Congress annually until 2030.
- Defines the Commission’s status as a federal employee for purposes of certain regulations.
Who is affected
- Department of Defense
- Congress
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