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Quantum in Practice Act

USA119th CongressHR-7749| House 
| Updated: 3/2/2026
Randy Feenstra

Randy Feenstra

Republican Representative

Iowa

Cosponsors (12)
Robert J. Wittman (Republican)Mariannette Miller-Meeks (Republican)Haley M. Stevens (Democratic)Rudy Yakym (Republican)Thomas H. Kean (Republican)Joe Neguse (Democratic)David G. Valadao (Republican)Sarah McBride (Democratic)John W. Rose (Republican)John J. McGuire (Republican)Zoe Lofgren (Democratic)Michael Lawler (Republican)

Science, Space, and Technology Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill amends the National Quantum Initiative Act to specifically incorporate quantum modeling and simulation into its framework. It expands the existing definition of Quantum Information Science to explicitly include modeling and simulation, acknowledging their growing importance in the field. This legislative change aims to ensure that these critical areas are recognized and supported within national quantum initiatives. The bill further amends the Quantum Information Science Research Program by designating quantum molecular modeling or simulation as a key area of focus for research. Congress finds that quantum computing has the potential to spur significant advancements in molecular modeling and simulation, offering accuracy and speed far beyond current supercomputing capabilities. These advancements are expected to yield breakthroughs in diverse fields, including the development of more effective medications, advanced materials for energy storage, and next-generation fertilizers, benefiting various industries and sectors.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-9334
Quantum in Practice Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-1748
Quantum in Practice Act
Mar 2, 2026
Introduced in House
Mar 2, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-9334
    Quantum in Practice Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-1748
    Quantum in Practice Act


  • March 2, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • March 2, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.

Quantum in Practice Act

USA119th CongressHR-7749| House 
| Updated: 3/2/2026
This bill amends the National Quantum Initiative Act to specifically incorporate quantum modeling and simulation into its framework. It expands the existing definition of Quantum Information Science to explicitly include modeling and simulation, acknowledging their growing importance in the field. This legislative change aims to ensure that these critical areas are recognized and supported within national quantum initiatives. The bill further amends the Quantum Information Science Research Program by designating quantum molecular modeling or simulation as a key area of focus for research. Congress finds that quantum computing has the potential to spur significant advancements in molecular modeling and simulation, offering accuracy and speed far beyond current supercomputing capabilities. These advancements are expected to yield breakthroughs in diverse fields, including the development of more effective medications, advanced materials for energy storage, and next-generation fertilizers, benefiting various industries and sectors.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-9334
Quantum in Practice Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-1748
Quantum in Practice Act
Mar 2, 2026
Introduced in House
Mar 2, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-9334
    Quantum in Practice Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-1748
    Quantum in Practice Act


  • March 2, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • March 2, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
Randy Feenstra

Randy Feenstra

Republican Representative

Iowa

Cosponsors (12)
Robert J. Wittman (Republican)Mariannette Miller-Meeks (Republican)Haley M. Stevens (Democratic)Rudy Yakym (Republican)Thomas H. Kean (Republican)Joe Neguse (Democratic)David G. Valadao (Republican)Sarah McBride (Democratic)John W. Rose (Republican)John J. McGuire (Republican)Zoe Lofgren (Democratic)Michael Lawler (Republican)

Science, Space, and Technology Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted