Bill · S. 5139· Senate(119-S-5139)
National Quantum Readiness Act of 2026
- Introduced
- 7/27/2026
- Last activity
- 7/27/2026 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
- Sponsored by
- Mike Rounds
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 1
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "National Quantum Readiness Act of 2026," directs the Secretary of Defense to support the development of quantum technologies. It requires the identification of three next-generation quantum sensor projects to be fielded by September 30, 2028. Additionally, several federal agencies must collaborate on a plan to partner with the private sector to develop quantum-enabling component technologies. This plan may include using prize challenges or advance market commitments. Finally, the Secretary of Defense is tasked with increasing domestic access to specific foundry resources and strengthening supply chains for quantum information science and technology.
Yes· 3 of 6
Does this put more money into scientific research?+5
The bill directs federal agencies to develop plans to support the development of quantum-enabling component technologies.
Does this better protect the country from computer attacks?+5
Developing quantum sensors and networks is a critical component of future national defense and cybersecurity capabilities.
Is this likely to create jobs?+4
The bill promotes private sector partnerships and development of quantum technologies which can stimulate job growth in high-tech sectors.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Deployment of New Technology: The Secretary of Defense must identify three next-generation quantum sensor projects to be fielded by September 30, 2028, which focuses on deploying quantum-enabled sensors and networks (Section 2(a)).
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Private Sector Partnerships: Federal agencies will work together to create a plan that encourages partnering with the private sector through methods like prize challenges or advance market commitments to develop component technologies (Section 2(b)).
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Strengthened Domestic Resources: The Secretary of Defense is directed to take steps to increase domestic access to relevant foundry resources and improve access to critical supply chains for quantum information science and technology (Section 2(c)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts or burdens are mentioned in 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.
- Economy And Finance
- Increases Job Creation+4Improves Small Business Support+3
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Business Owners+4Good For Urban Residents+2
- Education And Technology
- Increases Scientific Research Funding+5
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Cybersecurity Defense+5
- 7/27/2026
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in Senate
Richard BlumenthalDemocrat · Connecticut