Bill · H.R. 4942· House(119-HR-4942)
Quantum Encryption Readiness and Resilience Act
- Introduced
- 8/8/2025
- Last activity
- 8/8/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
- Sponsored by
- Suhas Subramanyam
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 3
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "Quantum Encryption Readiness and Resilience Act," directs a specific House Subcommittee to submit reports regarding the risks posed by certain quantum computers. The subcommittee must assess the United States' progress in developing cryptographically-relevant quantum computers and adopting security measures compared to other countries. It also requires an assessment of progress made by both private and public sector entities. The subcommittee is tasked with identifying vulnerable economic sectors and developing a plan to mitigate these risks. This plan includes facilitating collaboration, information exchange, and partnerships between the government and the private sector. Finally, the bill mandates the submission of an initial report and subsequent annual reports to Congress.
Yes· 3 of 5
Does this better protect the country from computer attacks?+7
The bill mandates assessments and a mitigation plan to address cybersecurity risks posed by cryptographically-relevant quantum computers.
Would business owners be better off under this?+4
The bill aims to protect economic sectors by providing technical assistance and guidance for adopting post-quantum cryptography.
Does this make it easier to run a small business?+3
The bill provides for technical assistance and cyber hygiene guidance to help private sector entities adopt security measures.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Mitigating National Security Risks: The bill seeks to mitigate cybersecurity and national security risks posed by cryptographically-relevant quantum computers through assessments and a mitigation plan (Section 2(a)(1) and Section 2(a)(3)).
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Increased Security Preparedness: By promoting the adoption of security measures like post-quantum cryptography, the bill aims to protect the United States' capabilities (Section 2(a)(1)(A)(ii)).
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Support for Private Sector Entities: The plan includes supporting the adoption of security measures through technical assistance, piloting projects, and publishing cyber hygiene guidance (Section 2(a)(3)(E)).
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Improved Coordination: The bill facilitates collaboration between government agencies and promotes information exchange and partnerships between the public and private sectors (Section 2(a)(3)(A-C)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts or burdens are explicitly detailed within the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Cybersecurity Defense+7
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Business Owners+4
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Small Business Support+3
- Education And Technology
- Increases Scientific Research Funding+2
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+2
- 9/10/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 8/8/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
Brian FitzpatrickRepublican · Pennsylvania
Pat HarriganRepublican · North Carolina
John McGuireRepublican · Virginia
Haley StevensDemocrat · Michigan