TL;DR: The National Quantum Initiative Reauthorization Act of 2026 (S.3597) reauthorizes and expands US investment in quantum computing research and development. The act focuses on workforce development, qua
The National Quantum Initiative Reauthorization Act of 2026 (S.3597) reauthorizes and expands US investment in quantum computing research and development. The act focuses on workforce development, quantum networking, post-quantum cryptography, and maintaining US competitiveness in quantum technology. Japan leads public quantum investment with nearly $8 billion committed, while the US and EU are also increasing funding significantly.
Features
Reauthorizes and expands US quantum computing R&D funding; focuses on workforce and security
Status
Introduced in US Senate (S.3597, 2025-2026)