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Commerce Secretary tapped to lead US quantum technology strategy

In markupH.R. 10163Latest action

Sponsor: Nicholas A. Langworthy · Representative · NY

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Official title: American Quantum Competitiveness Act

119th Congress

Topics: AI & technology

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Commerce Secretary would advise the president on quantum policy and push for trusted, non-adversarial supply chains.

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What does this do?

This bill directs the Commerce Secretary to become the president's main advisor on quantum technology policy, including supply chain issues for key components. It also requires efforts to encourage private U.S. investment in quantum manufacturing and partnerships with allied nations, states, and agencies to build "trusted quantum supply chains" free of components from covered nations like China, Russia, North Korea, and Iran. The Secretary must publish a public report every three years on actions taken, risks, and policy recommendations.

Who does it affect?

Affects the federal government's role in quantum industrial policy, companies manufacturing or researching quantum technology, and international trade relationships involving sensitive components.

Why does it matter?

The bill shifts industrial policy leadership to Commerce and creates new reporting and coordination requirements without mandating private companies follow specific recommendations or disclose trade secrets.

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Based on the “Introduced in House” text of Aug 27, 2026.

After that text, a committee agreed on Sep 16, 2026 to send the bill to the full chamber with changes. This plain-language version may not reflect them.

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  1. IntroducedAug 27, 2026
  2. House committeeYou are here · Sep 16, 2026
  3. House vote
  4. Senate
  5. The president's desk

Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the president.

Latest action: — Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 36 - 0.

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