National Security Commission Quantum Computing Act of 2026
Sponsored By: Representative Lawler, Michael [R-NY-17]
Introduced
Summary
National Security Commission on Quantum Computing would create an independent federal commission to review U.S. advances in quantum computing and recommend actions to protect national and economic security. The panel would focus on military risks, international competition, research investment, and workforce needs.
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Bill Overview
Analyzed Economic Effects
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New federal quantum commission
If enacted, this bill would create the National Security Commission on Quantum Computing as a temporary federal commission. The Commission would have 11 members appointed by the Defense Secretary and leaders of the House and Senate Armed Services Committees, and appointments must be completed within 90 days. Members would be deemed federal employees and serve for the life of the Commission. The Commission would send an initial report to the President and Congress within 180 days, then a full report within one year and annually thereafter until October 1, 2030, when the Commission would end. Up to $10,000,000 from amounts authorized for FY2027 for the Department of Defense would be made available to the Commission, and those funds would remain available until expended.
Sponsors & CoSponsors
Sponsor
Lawler, Michael [R-NY-17]
NY • R
Cosponsors
Rep. Ryan, Patrick [D-NY-18]
NY • D
Sponsored 6/15/2026
Rep. Gottheimer, Josh [D-NJ-5]
NJ • D
Sponsored 8/31/2026
Roll Call Votes
No roll call votes available for this bill.
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