Department of Energy Quantum Leadership Act of 2024
The Department of Energy Quantum Leadership Act of 2024 amends the National Quantum Initiative Act to strengthen federal quantum research and development. It establishes new programs for quantum research centers, instrumentation, network infrastructure, and user expansion, with $175 million annually allocated for research through 2029. The bill requires a 10-year strategic plan for quantum high-performance computing, creates a traineeship program for underrepresented students, and includes provisions to support small businesses in accessing quantum resources. It directly affects the Department of Energy, National Laboratories, universities, and the quantum technology industry. The law aims to accelerate U.S. leadership in quantum technology through coordinated research, workforce development, and commercialization efforts.
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in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Aug 2024
Committee Review
Floor Vote
President
Introduced Aug 1, 2024
Last action Nov 21, 2024
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Committee
3
Nov 21, 2024
Upper · Passed
Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Reported by Senator Manchin with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.
upper
Nov 19, 2024
Upper · Passed
Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
upper
Aug 1, 2024
Committee
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (text: CR S5778-5780)
upper
Aug 1, 2024
Introduced
Introduced in Senate
upper
1 primary · 5 co-sponsors
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