The Quantum Instrumentation for Science and Engineering Act establishes a federal grant program to enhance the nation's quantum research infrastructure and capabilities. The legislation directs the National Science Foundation to provide competitive grants to institutions of higher education and eligible nonprofit organizations for upgrading quantum research facilities and expanding access to quantum information science, technology, and engineering resources. This initiative builds upon the existing National Quantum Initiative Act framework to address critical infrastructure gaps in quantum research and development. The bill aims to accelerate quantum technology development by improving both the physical research infrastructure and the human capital necessary to operate and maintain sophisticated quantum research equipment. By facilitating partnerships between academic institutions, nonprofit organizations, and industry, the legislation seeks to create a more robust and accessible quantum research ecosystem across the United States.

What is the status of HR8237?

Introduced as of April 9, 2026.

The Quantum Instrumentation for Science and Engineering Act establishes a federal grant program to enhance the nation's quantum research infrastructure and capabilities. The legislation directs the National Science Foundation to provide competitive grants to institutions of higher education and eligible nonprofit organizations for upgrading quantum research facilities and expanding access to quantum information science, technology, and engineering resources. This initiative builds upon the existing National Quantum Initiative Act framework to address critical infrastructure gaps in quantum research and development. The bill aims to accelerate quantum technology development by improving both the physical research infrastructure and the human capital necessary to operate and maintain sophisticated quantum research equipment. By facilitating partnerships between academic institutions, nonprofit organizations, and industry, the legislation seeks to create a more robust and accessible quantum research ecosystem across the United States.

What is the status of HR8237?

Introduced as of April 9, 2026.

HR8237 U.S. House: Quantum Instrumentation for Science and…

Introduced

H. R. 8237

Introduced in House · April 10, 2026

April 9, 2026

Ms. Salinas (for herself and Mr. Baird) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology

A BILL

To amend the National Quantum Initiative Act to upgrade and improve access to quantum research resources, and for other purposes.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled,

SECTION 1. Short title.

This Act may be cited as the “Quantum Instrumentation for Science and Engineering Act”.

Introduced

H. R. 8237

Introduced in House · April 10, 2026

April 9, 2026

Ms. Salinas (for herself and Mr. Baird) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology

A BILL

To amend the National Quantum Initiative Act to upgrade and improve access to quantum research resources, and for other purposes.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled,

SECTION 1. Short title.

This Act may be cited as the “Quantum Instrumentation for Science and Engineering Act”.

Introduced

H. R. 8237

Introduced in House · April 10, 2026

April 9, 2026

Ms. Salinas (for herself and Mr. Baird) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology

A BILL

To amend the National Quantum Initiative Act to upgrade and improve access to quantum research resources, and for other purposes.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled,

SECTION 1. Short title.

This Act may be cited as the “Quantum Instrumentation for Science and Engineering Act”.

Introduced

H. R. 8237

Introduced in House · April 10, 2026

April 9, 2026

Ms. Salinas (for herself and Mr. Baird) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology

A BILL

To amend the National Quantum Initiative Act to upgrade and improve access to quantum research resources, and for other purposes.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled,

SECTION 1. Short title.

This Act may be cited as the “Quantum Instrumentation for Science and Engineering Act”.

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