To amend the National Quantum Initiative Act to require a biennial report on the progress of the Subcommittee on Quantum Information Science of the National Science and Technology Council in implementing the national workforce strategic plan, and for other purposes.

House Bill

H.R. 7292

119th Congress

To amend the National Quantum Initiative Act to require a biennial report on the progress of the Subcommittee on Quantum Information Science of the National Science and Technology Council in implementing the national workforce strategic plan, and for other purposes.

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Introduced:Jan 30, 2026

Primary Sponsor

Michael Lawler

R - NY

Cosponsors

0

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Policy Area

Science, Technology, Communications

Summary

This bill requires the federal government to issue a progress report every two years on how America is building its quantum technology workforce. Quantum computing is an emerging technology that could revolutionize everything from medicine to cybersecurity, and this bill ensures transparency about whether we're training enough scientists and engineers to compete globally in this critical field.

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.

Introduced1/30/2026

StatusReferred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.

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To amend the National Quantum Initiative Act to require a biennial report on the progress of the Subcommittee on Quantum Information Science of the National Science and Technology Council in implementing the national workforce strategic plan, and for other purposes.

This bill requires the federal government to issue a progress report every two years on how America is building its quantum technology workforce. Quantum computing is an emerging technology that could revolutionize everything from medicine to cybersecurity, an

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This bill requires the federal government to issue a progress report every two years on how America is building its quantum technology workforce. Quantum computing is an emerging technology that could revolutionize everything from medicine to cybersecurity, and this bill ensures transparency about whether we're training enough scientists and engineers to compete globally in this critical field.

Bill Number: 7292
Introduced: 1/30/2026
Status: Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
Policy Area: Science, Technology, Communications

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Title: To amend the National Quantum Initiative Act to require a biennial report on the progress of the Subcommittee on Quantum Information Science of the National Science and Technology Council in implementing the national workforce strategic plan, and for other purposes.
Bill Number: 7292
Sponsor: No sponsor
Status: Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
Introduced: 1/30/2026
Summary: This bill requires the federal government to issue a progress report every two years on how America is building its quantum technology workforce. Quantum computing is an emerging technology that could revolutionize everything from medicine to cybersecurity, and this bill ensures transparency about w

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

This bill requires the federal government to issue a progress report every two years on how America is building its quantum technology workforce. Quantum computing is an emerging technology that could revolutionize everything from medicine to cybersecurity, and this bill ensures transparency about whether we're training enough scientists and engineers to compete globally in this critical field.

Last updated: 3/1/2026

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Mandates biennial (every two years) reports tracking America's progress in developing a quantum technology workforce
Ensures accountability for the National Science and Technology Council's efforts to train the next generation of quantum scientists and engineers
Addresses workforce development in quantum computing, an emerging technology sector expected to create thousands of high-paying jobs and strengthen national security
Builds on the National Quantum Initiative Act by adding oversight mechanisms to existing quantum technology programs

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

This bill primarily affects the science and technology education sector, federal research agencies, and students pursuing careers in advanced technology fields. While it doesn't directly fund new programs, it creates accountability for existing workforce initiatives, potentially ensuring better coordination between universities, government labs, and industry to prepare Americans for quantum technology careers. The regular reporting requirement could help identify gaps in training programs and guide future investments in this strategic technology sector.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Science, Technology, Communications

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

7292, 119th Congress (2026). "To amend the National Quantum Initiative Act to require a biennial report on the progress of the Subcommittee on Quantum Information Science of the National Science and Technology Council in implementing the national workforce strategic plan, and for other purposes.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-hr-7292