Sponsors (4)
Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
Last progress June 5, 2025 (8 months ago)
Introduced on June 5, 2025 by Emilia Strong Sykes
Directs NIST to expand its work on quantum supply chains by creating or enlarging public–private partnerships that speed development of domestic quantum supply chain technologies, reduce vulnerabilities, and identify the specific technologies the United States needs to stay competitive in quantum information science and engineering. The change adds new responsibilities to NIST’s role under the National Quantum Initiative to coordinate industry, research, and government efforts on the quantum technology supply chain.
Amend Section 201(a) of the National Quantum Initiative Act by modifying paragraph punctuation and adding a new paragraph (8).
In subsection (a), paragraph (6): strike the text appearing after the semicolon (a minor textual/punctuation change as shown in the amendment).
In subsection (a), paragraph (7): replace the final period with a semicolon (a minor textual/punctuation change as shown in the amendment).
Add new paragraph (8) to subsection (a) requiring NIST to establish or expand partnerships with public and private sector entities to (A) accelerate the development of domestic quantum supply chain and supply chain‑supporting technologies, and (B) reduce quantum supply chain vulnerabilities.
Amend subsection (b)(2) of Section 201 by adjusting punctuation in existing subparagraphs and adding a new subparagraph (D).
Primary effects: NIST will need to expand planning and outreach work to create or grow partnerships and to conduct analyses identifying critical quantum supply chain technologies. Research institutions, technology companies, and manufacturers working on quantum hardware, components, materials, test and measurement equipment, and related software will be directly engaged through partnerships and planning exercises. Industry may receive clearer signals about priority technologies and gaps to guide R&D and investment, while academic researchers may be asked to collaborate on standards, testing, and workforce development. Federal agencies and defense or intelligence stakeholders that rely on quantum advances could benefit from reduced supply‑chain risk and clearer domestic capability roadmaps. The amendment itself does not provide funding or procurement guarantees, so the speed and scale of impact will depend on subsequent NIST actions and appropriations. By focusing on domestic development and vulnerability reduction, the change supports industrial policy and resilience goals and may influence private investment and research priorities.