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Quantum Industry Coalition Highlights Funding Priorities For The National Quantum Initiative Reauthorization Act

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Briefings

The Quantum Industry Coalition urged Congress to pass the National Quantum Initiative Reauthorization Act in 2027 through the 2027 National Defense Authorization Act. The group prioritized funding for testbeds, technology centers, and workforce development, recommending harmonization of security standards with the CHIPS and Science Act. Key stakeholders include Amazon Web Services, IBM, and Microsoft, who endorsed the bill. The initiative expired in September 2023, though some programming continued. The letter emphasizes China's rapid quantum investment and urges immediate legislative action to avoid duplicative overlaps.

Key points

• The Quantum Industry Coalition sent a letter to Senate and House committees on October 30, 2026, urging passage of the National Quantum Initiative Reauthorization Act.
• Coalition members include Amazon Web Services, IBM, Microsoft, and IonQ, with unanimous endorsement of both chambers' versions of the bill.

Context

The National Quantum Initiative expired in September 2023 after its 2018 reauthorization, though some programming continued. The 2027 National Defense Authorization Act is the primary vehicle for reauthorization, and the Quantum Industry Coalition is urging Congress to prioritize funding for testbeds, technology centers, and workforce development. The letter highlights China's rapid quantum investment and recommends harmonizing security standards with the CHIPS and Science Act to streamline compliance.

Limitations

The evidence is limited to a single letter from the Quantum Industry Coalition dated October 30, 2026, obtained by The Quantum Insider. It does not include direct quotes from the bill text, specific budget figures, or confirmed legislative outcomes. The letter states the bill needs to be enacted this year but does not confirm the final text or whether it passed. The coalition's endorsement is based on their own assessment rather than independent verification of the bill's content.

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