White House Bets Big on Quantum Future Dominance
Published Date: 6/25/2026
Presidential Document
Summary
The U.S. government is stepping up to keep America the world leader in quantum technology, which can change everything from computers to national security. New plans will boost research, help businesses use quantum tech, and protect sensitive info. These updates will roll out within the next 6 months, aiming to create jobs and keep the country safe and innovative.
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Federal Quantum Supercomputer for Researchers
The order creates the QC-ADDS national effort to build a quantum computer and deliver at least one such machine to a Department of Energy facility, and to the extent possible make it available to the scientific community. The Secretary of Energy must identify technical specifications within 90 days and agencies must explore private-sector partnership models within 180 days.
Private-Sector Pull for Quantum Companies
The Secretary of Commerce is directed to develop a plan, potentially including advance market commitments, to encourage contributions from commercial quantum computing companies to the QC-ADDS effort; the Secretary of Energy must explore private-sector partnership models within 180 days. These steps are intended to spur private investment and partnerships with Federal programs.
Plans to Strengthen Domestic Quantum Supply Chain
The Secretary of Commerce (with the Secretary of Energy and others) must develop a plan to analyze QIST supply chains and reduce manufacturing barriers; within 180 days the Secretary of War must increase domestic access to Department of War-sponsored QIST foundry resources, and the Director of NSF shall issue grants for QIST user facilities. These actions are intended to bolster domestic manufacturing and research capacity.
Federal QIST Recruitment, Pay, and Training Push
Within 90 days the Office of Personnel Management must develop a Government-wide QIST recruitment and retention strategy, potentially including special pay rates and increased limits for recruitment and retention incentives. Within 180 days the APST and NSF will promote post-secondary training and initiate a network of National QIST Workforce Development Institutes.
International Trade and Export Controls for Quantum Firms
The Secretary of State and the Secretary of Commerce must align international engagement to ensure U.S. quantum companies have access to markets and trusted supply chains and to harmonize research security and export control policies with allies; the Secretary of Commerce and U.S. Trade Representative shall recommend measures to address foreign trade barriers within the order's timelines (for example, recommendations to the President through the APST).
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