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Quantum Network Infrastructure Act of 2020

USA116th CongressHR-8279| House 
| Updated: 9/16/2020
Lee M. Zeldin

Lee M. Zeldin

Republican Representative

New York

Cosponsors (1)
Bill Foster (Democratic)

Science, Space, and Technology Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Quantum Network Infrastructure Act of 2020 This bill directs the Department of Energy (DOE) to carry out a research, development, and demonstration program to accelerate innovation in quantum network infrastructure in order to (1) facilitate the advancement of distributed quantum computing systems through the internet and intranet, (2) improve the precision of measurements of scientific phenomena and physical imaging technologies, and (3) develop secure national quantum communications technologies and strategies. The DOE shall submit to Congress a four-year research plan that identifies and prioritizes basic research needs relating to quantum network infrastructure.
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Sep 16, 2020
Introduced in House
Sep 16, 2020
Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
  • September 16, 2020
    Introduced in House


  • September 16, 2020
    Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.

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Quantum Network Infrastructure Act of 2020

USA116th CongressHR-8279| House 
| Updated: 9/16/2020
Quantum Network Infrastructure Act of 2020 This bill directs the Department of Energy (DOE) to carry out a research, development, and demonstration program to accelerate innovation in quantum network infrastructure in order to (1) facilitate the advancement of distributed quantum computing systems through the internet and intranet, (2) improve the precision of measurements of scientific phenomena and physical imaging technologies, and (3) develop secure national quantum communications technologies and strategies. The DOE shall submit to Congress a four-year research plan that identifies and prioritizes basic research needs relating to quantum network infrastructure.
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Timeline
Sep 16, 2020
Introduced in House
Sep 16, 2020
Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
  • September 16, 2020
    Introduced in House


  • September 16, 2020
    Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
Lee M. Zeldin

Lee M. Zeldin

Republican Representative

New York

Cosponsors (1)
Bill Foster (Democratic)

Science, Space, and Technology Committee

Science, Technology, Communications

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Advanced technology and technological innovationsComputers and information technologyComputer security and identity theftCongressional oversightGovernment studies and investigationsInfrastructure developmentIntergovernmental relationsInternet and video servicesInternet, web applications, social mediaPhotography and imagingResearch administration and funding