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(e) Report on Certain Drivers of Deforestation and Environmental Degradation in the Brazilian Amazon.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of State, in coordination with relevant Federal agencies, shall submit a report to Congress regarding certain drivers of deforestation and environmental d…

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(e) Report on Certain Drivers of Deforestation and Environmental Degradation in the Brazilian Amazon.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of State, in coordination with relevant Federal agencies, shall submit a report to Congress regarding certain drivers of deforestation and environmental d…

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(a) In General.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary, in consultation with the Attorney General, the Secretary of the Treasury, and the heads of other Federal departments and agencies as appropriate, shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a comprehensive strategy, with a classif…

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(a) In General.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary, in consultation with the Attorney General, the Secretary of the Treasury, and the heads of other Federal departments and agencies as appropriate, shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a comprehensive strategy, with a classif…

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``(ii) In a civil action brought under section 2255 or 2255A, for purposes of paragraph (1), the court may-- ``(I) order the plaintiff or defendant to provide to the court or the Government, as applicable, any equipment necessary to maintain care, custody, and control of such property or material; and ``(II) take reasonable measures, and…

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``(ii) In a civil action brought under section 2255 or 2255A, for purposes of paragraph (1), the court may-- ``(I) order the plaintiff or defendant to provide to the court or the Government, as applicable, any equipment necessary to maintain care, custody, and control of such property or material; and ``(II) take reasonable measures, and…

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  1. ``(iv) Recommended performance measures for upgrading to post-quantum cryptography for the following tasks: ``(I) Preparation for upgrading to post-quantum cryptography, including-- ``(aa) the adoption of hardware integrating quantum- resistant cryptographic algorithms; and ``(bb) the deployment of software-only post-quantum cryptography overlays that meet or exceed security standards set forth in the Federal Information Processing Standards issued by the National Institute of Standards and Technology. ``(II) Establishment of a baseline understanding of the data inventory, including through the use of automated tools to identify assets. ``(III) Planning and execution of post-quantum cryptographic solutions, including ensuring that data at rest and in motion is subject to appropriate protections.

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  2. ``(ii) Recommended standards to apply to determine whether a quantum computer meets such definition, including-- ``(I) the characteristics of such computers; and ``(II) the particular point at which such computers are capable of attacking real-world systems that classical computers are unable to attack. ``(iii) Guidelines for assessing the urgency of upgrading to post-quantum cryptography for each Federal agency relative to-- ``(I) the critical functions of each agency; and ``(II) the risk each agency faces should a cryptographically relevant quantum computer attack a system operated by the agency.

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  3. ``(3) Strategy for federal agency upgrade to post-quantum cryptography.-- ``(A) National quantum cybersecurity upgrade strategy.--The Secretary of Commerce, in coordination with the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy and in consultation with the Quantum Economic Development Consortium and the head of any other agency the Secretary of Commerce considers appropriate, shall develop a National Quantum Cybersecurity Upgrade Strategy that includes the following: ``(i) A definition of a cryptographically relevant quantum computer.

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  4. ``(B) Dissemination of guidance.-- ``(i) In general.--The Director of the National Institute of Standards and Technology shall make available to entities in the private sector the guidance established under subparagraph (A). ``(ii) Special publications.--The Director may satisfy the requirement under clause (i) through the publication of Special Publications.

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  5. ``(E) Sector risk management agency.--The term `sector risk management agency' has the meaning given such term in section 2200 of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 650). ``(2) Guidance on upgrading to post-quantum cryptography.-- ``(A) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this subsection, the Director of the National Institute of Standards and Technology, in consultation with the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy, the Secretary of Homeland Security, and the head of any other agency the Director of the National Institute of Standards and Technology considers appropriate, shall establish guidance for upgrading information systems to post-quantum cryptography, including guidance that is specifically tailored for critical infrastructure sectors.

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  6. ``(D) Post-quantum cryptography.--The term `post-quantum cryptography'-- ``(i) means those cryptographic algorithms or methods that are assessed not to be specifically vulnerable to attack by either a quantum computer or classical computer; and ``(ii) includes-- ``(I) the lattice-based digital signature algorithm specified in National Institute of Standards and Technology Federal Information Processing Standards Publication 204 (dated August 13, 2024; relating to Module-Lattice-Based Digital Signature Standard), or any successor standard; ``(II) the module-lattice-based key-encapsulation mechanism specified in National Institute of Standards and Technology Federal Information Processing Standards Publication 203 (dated August 13, 2024; relating to Module-Lattice-Based Key- Encapsulation Mechanism Standard), or any successor standard; and ``(III) any cryptographic algorithm or method implemented in accordance with National Institute of Standards and Technology Federal Information Processing Standard Publication 140-3 (dated March 22, 2019; relating to Security Requirements for Cryptographic Modules), or any successor standard, operating within a zero trust architecture as described in National Institute of Standards and Technology Special Publication 800-207 (dated August 2020; relating to Zero Trust Architecture), or any successor standard.

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  7. ``(B) Classical computer; quantum computer.--The terms `classical computer' and `quantum computer' have the meanings given such terms in section 3 of the Quantum Computing Cybersecurity Preparedness Act (Public Law 117-260; 6 U.S.C. 1526 note). ``(C) Critical infrastructure sectors.--The term `critical infrastructure sectors' means the critical infrastructure sectors defined in the National Security Memorandum on `Critical Infrastructure Security and Resilience' (NSM-22), dated April 30, 2024.

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  8. ``(B) Foreign countries or entities of concern.--None of the funds made available under this subsection may be obligated or expended to promote, establish, or finance quantum research activities between a United States entity and a foreign country of concern or foreign entity of concern, including the entity's subsidiaries, except such restriction shall not apply to participation by award recipients in consensus-based international standardization activities. ``(e) Post-quantum Cryptography Deployment.-- ``(1) Definitions.--In this subsection: ``(A) Appropriate congressional committees.--The term `appropriate congressional committees' means-- ``(i) the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate; and ``(ii) the Committee on Energy and Commerce of the House of Representatives.

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  9. Government National Standards Strategy for Critical and Emerging Technology, or successor strategies. ``(3) Prohibitions.-- ``(A) Confucius institutes.--None of the funds made available under this subsection may be obligated or expended to an institution of higher education that maintains a [[Page S4012]] contract or agreement between such institution and a Confucius Institute (as defined in section 10339A of the Research and Development, Competition, and Innovation Act (42 U.S.C. 19039)) or any successor of a Confucius Institute.

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  10. ``(d) International Quantum Research and Metrology.-- ``(1) In general.--The Director of the National Institute of Standards and Technology shall, in coordination with the Secretary of State and the Director of the National Science Foundation, promote, establish, and support international quantum information science, engineering, and technology research, metrology research, and standardization, as appropriate, to enhance international cooperation, meet United States commitments, and support United States engagement in international voluntary standards for quantum information science, engineering, and technology. ``(2) Alignment.--In carrying out this section, the Director of the National Institute of Standards and Technology shall ensure alignment with the National Quantum Information Science Strategy and the U.S.

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  11. ``(4) Plan to strengthen and secure quantum supply chains.--Not later than 3 years after the date of the enactment of the National Quantum Initiative Reauthorization Act of 2026, the Secretary of Commerce shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a plan identifying opportunities to strengthen supply chains and build capacity.

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  12. ``(3) Recommendations for avoiding shocks to quantum supply chains.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of the National Quantum Initiative Reauthorization Act of 2026, the Secretary of Commerce shall, in coordination with the Secretary of Energy, the Director of the National Science Foundation, the Secretary of Defense, the Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, the Administrator of the Small Business Administration, and the heads of such other Federal agencies as the Secretary of Commerce considers relevant, develop and submit to the appropriate committees of Congress specific recommendations for actions to mitigate harm to quantum supply chains from a supply chain shock.

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  13. ``(2) Study on critical quantum supply chains.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of the National Quantum Initiative Reauthorization Act of 2026, the Secretary of Commerce and the Secretary of Energy shall jointly-- ``(A) complete a study documenting the critical quantum supply chains and identified high-priority gaps and vulnerabilities; and ``(B) submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the findings with respect to the study completed pursuant to subparagraph (A).

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  14. ``(B) Identify current and future high-priority gaps and vulnerabilities in quantum supply chains, such as-- ``(i) single points of failure, sole source, consolidated manufacturing, or where there are limited United States and partner national suppliers; and ``(ii) critical components, elements, materials, equipment, and infrastructure. ``(C) Identify potential supply chain shocks to the quantum supply chain that may disrupt, strain, or eliminate the supply chain.

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  15. 1526 note; Public Law 117-260)), and practices to replace cryptographic keys or algorithms with minimal disruption to current applications and systems;''; (D) by amending paragraph (4) to read as follows: ``(4) shall carry out research, development, and demonstration projects, as appropriate, to facilitate the development of quantum applications, including research on quantum supply chain-enabling technologies, such as lasers, cryogenics, and other supporting technologies;''; (E) by redesignating paragraphs (5), (6), and (7) as paragraphs (7), (8), and (9), respectively; (F) by inserting after paragraph (4) the following: ``(5) shall, in coordination with the Secretary of State, promote United States participation in international standards organizations related to quantum information science, engineering, and technology; ``(6) shall establish or expand partnerships with the public sector and private sector-- ``(A) to accelerate the development of domestic quantum supply chain and supply chain-supporting technologies; ``(B) to reduce quantum supply chain vulnerabilities; and ``(C) to avoid offshoring to, or dependence on, foreign countries of concern for critical components of capabilities in the quantum supply chain;''; (G) in paragraph (7), as so redesignated, by striking ``infrastructure'' and inserting ``, communications, sensing, and computing''; and (H) in paragraph (8), as so redesignated-- (i) by inserting ``nonprofit research organizations,'' after ``universities,''; and (ii) by striking ``and engineering'' and inserting ``, engineering, and technology and expanding the domestic STEM workforce''; (2) in subsection (b)-- (A) in paragraph (1)-- (i) by striking ``future measurement'' and inserting ``research, measurement''; and (ii) by striking ``science and technology'' and inserting ``science, engineering, and technology''; (B) in paragraph (2)-- (i) by amending subparagraph (A) to read as follows: ``(A) to gather and assess information on the quantum industry to address the needs identified in paragraph (1);''; and (ii) by striking subparagraphs (B) and (C) and inserting the following new subparagraphs: ``(B) to provide recommendations regarding how the National Institute of Standards and Technology, the Program, and other Federal agencies, as appropriate, can address the gaps in the research necessary to meet the needs identified in paragraph (1); and ``(C) to assess and identify key areas for establishing, expanding, or developing international partnerships that will meet the needs identified in paragraph (1).''; (C) in paragraph (3)-- (i) by striking ``Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, the'' and inserting ``The''; and (ii) by inserting ``periodically, but not less frequently than once every five years,'' after ``shall''; and (D) by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(4) Sense of congress on coordination.--It is the sense of Congress that, as may be appropriate, Federal agencies that are involved in the transition or translation of research results to practical quantum applications or that have a mission that could benefit from the development of quantum technologies, should engage with the consortium to inform and accelerate progress in such areas.''; and (3) by striking subsection (c) and inserting the following new subsections: ``(c) Quantum Supply Chains.-- ``(1) Mapping and planning.--The Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Industry and Analysis shall carry out the following activities: ``(A) Assess, map, and model supply chains for quantum networking, quantum computing, quantum communications, quantum simulation, and quantum sensing technologies and applications.

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  16. NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGY ACTIVITIES AND QUANTUM CONSORTIUM. Section 201 of the National Quantum Initiative Act (15 U.S.C. 8831) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)-- (A) in paragraph (1), by striking ``science and technology'' and inserting ``science, engineering, and technology''; (B) in paragraph (2)-- (i) by inserting ``attract, educate, and'' before ``train''; and (ii) by striking ``science and technology'' and inserting ``science, engineering, and technology''; (C) by amending paragraph (3) to read as follows: ``(3) shall carry out research to facilitate the development and standardization, as appropriate, of quantum cryptography, post-quantum cryptography (as such term is defined in section 3 of the Quantum Computing Cybersecurity Preparedness Act (6 U.S.C.

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  17. ``(d) Recommendations.--To assist in the administration of this section, the Subcommittee on Quantum Information Science may provide recommendations on key challenges in quantum information science, engineering, and technology that would be well suited for a prize competition under subsection (a). The recommendations shall include a scope for efforts carried out under such subsection.''. SEC. 6521. SUNSET OF NATIONAL QUANTUM INITIATIVE. Subsection (a) of section 107 of the National Quantum Initiative Act (15 U.S.C. 8815), as redesignated by section 6510 of this Act, is amended to read as follows: ``(a) In General.--Except as provided in subsection (b), the authority to carry out sections 101, 102, 103, 104, and 105 shall terminate on December 30, 2034.''. SEC. 6522.

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  18. ``(b) Purpose.--Any prize competition carried out under subsection (a) shall be for the purpose of stimulating innovation to advance the ability of the United States to achieve high-priority breakthroughs for applications in quantum information science, engineering, and technology, such as in quantum computing, quantum sensing, quantum communications, quantum networking, quantum algorithms, and quantum cryptography. ``(c) Coordination With Subcommittees.--Each prize competition conducted under subsection (a) may be conducted in coordination with members of the Subcommittee on Quantum Information Science and the Subcommittee on the Economic and Security Implications of Quantum Information Science.

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  19. 3719), or such other prize competition authority as may be available to the head of an agency, to accelerate the development of applications and algorithms in quantum information science, engineering, and technology; and ``(2) define a measurable set of performance goals for participants in the prize competitions to demonstrate their solutions on a level playing field while making a significant advancement over the current state of the art.

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  20. ``(a) In General.--Subject to the availability of appropriations, any head of a Federal agency with a representative serving on [[Page S4011]] the Subcommittee on Quantum Information Science established under section 103 may, individually or in cooperation with one or more heads of Federal agencies-- ``(1) conduct a prize competition under section 24 of the Stevenson-Wydler Technology Innovation Act of 1980 (15 U.S.C.

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  21. ``(d) Briefing.--Not later than 30 days after the date on which the Strategy is completed, the Director shall brief the committees specified in subsection (a) on the Strategy.''. SEC. 6520. PRIZE CHALLENGES. The National Quantum Initiative Act (15 U.S.C. 8801 et seq.) is amended-- (1) by redesignating section 106 as section 107; and (2) by inserting after section 105A, as added by section 6519 of this Act, the following: ``SEC. 106. NATIONAL QUANTUM PRIZE CHALLENGES.

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  22. ``(6) The ability and risks of domestic manufacturers and suppliers and those of allies and partners of the United States to meet the needs of the global quantum supply chain, including raw materials such as helium-3, plans for engagement with allies and partners, manufacturers, and suppliers, and options to mitigate gaps and vulnerabilities in the global quantum supply chain. ``(7) A plan to safeguard research and technology supported through international cooperation, as appropriate, in whole or in part, including in quantum technologies critical to national security, from malign influence, theft, or exfiltration by foreign entities of concern. ``(8) As necessary, a description of such legislative or administrative action as is needed to carry out the Strategy.

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  23. ``(2) Plans for diplomatic engagement with key strategic allies and partners of the United States that have demonstrated unique capabilities in one or more areas of quantum information science, engineering, and technology. ``(3) Efforts and plans to address risks to the national security and economic interests of the United States during development and deployment of quantum technologies worldwide. ``(4) Efforts and plans to promote global development and deployment of quantum technologies, including through international engagement and leadership in the development of international standards that are aligned with United States national interests. ``(5) Efforts and plans to develop, attract, and retain international talent.

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  24. ``(b) Designation.--The strategy developed under subsection (a) shall be known as the `International Quantum Cooperation Strategy' (in this section referred to as the `Strategy'). ``(c) Elements.--In the development of the Strategy, the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy, the National Quantum Coordination Office, the Subcommittee on Quantum Information Science, the Subcommittee on the Economic and Security Implications of Quantum Information Science, the Secretary of State, and the relevant agencies shall consider including the following: ``(1) The establishment of international partnerships to advance research and development in quantum information science, engineering, and technology.

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  25. ``(a) Strategy Required.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this section, the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy shall, in coordination with the Secretary of State and in consultation with the Secretary of Commerce, the Secretary of Energy, the Director of the National Science Foundation, the Director of the National Institute of Standards and Technology, the Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, and the heads of other Federal agencies, as appropriate, develop and submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, and the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate, and the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology and the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives a strategy-- ``(1) to establish collaborative international partnerships to advance research and development, testing and evaluation, and interoperability in quantum information science, engineering, and technology with allies and partners of the United States, and other countries, when in the security, strategic, technological, and scientific interests of the United States; ``(2) to ensure continued participation by the United States in bilateral and multilateral efforts to advance quantum information science, engineering, and technology on the international stage, including programs to advance research and development, testing and evaluation, and interoperability in quantum information science, engineering, and technology with allies and partners of the United States; ``(3) to promote the integrity and impartiality of international standards organizations and processes related to quantum information science, engineering, and technology; and ``(4) to ensure responsible and ethical research and development, testing and evaluation, and interoperability in quantum information science, engineering, and technology.

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  26. SEC. 6519. INTERNATIONAL QUANTUM COOPERATION STRATEGY. The National Quantum Initiative Act (15 U.S.C. 8801 et seq.) is amended by inserting after section 105 the following new section: ``SEC. 105A. INTERNATIONAL QUANTUM COOPERATION STRATEGY.

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  27. 8814a) is amended-- (1) in subsection (b)-- (A) in paragraph (10), by striking ``and'' after the semicolon; (B) by redesignating paragraph (11) as paragraph (12); and (C) by inserting after paragraph (10) the following: ``(11) the National Aeronautics and Space Administration; and''; and (2) in subsection (c)-- (A) in paragraph (1), by striking ``information science'' and inserting ``information science, engineering, and technology''; (B) in paragraph (2), by inserting ``or to supply chains'' before the semicolon; (C) in paragraph (3), by inserting ``or supply chains'' before the semicolon; (D) in paragraph (5)-- (i) by inserting ``, engineering, and technology'' after ``quantum information science''; and (ii) by inserting ``any'' before ``export controls''; (E) in paragraph (6), by striking ``information science'' and inserting ``information science, engineering, and technology''; (F) in paragraph (7), by striking ``and'' after the semicolon; (G) in paragraph (8)-- (i) by striking ``information science'' and inserting ``information science, engineering, and technology''; and (ii) by striking the period and inserting a semicolon; and (H) by adding at the end the following: ``(9) in coordination with the Subcommittee on Quantum Information Science, identify opportunities to increase coordination between civilian, military, and intelligence quantum research entities, reduce unnecessary duplicative quantum research activities, and facilitate collaboration between quantum research agencies with specialized capabilities or expertise in one or more aspects of quantum information science, engineering, and technology; and ``(10) recommend strategies for attracting and retaining students and scholars with expertise in quantum-related fields to Federal departments and agencies.''.

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  28. ``(4) Public summary.--The Advisory Committee shall make a public-facing summary of each report submitted under paragraph (3) available on the website of the Advisory Committee to promote transparency and accountability.''. SEC. 6518. SUBCOMMITTEE ON THE ECONOMIC AND SECURITY IMPLICATIONS OF QUANTUM INFORMATION SCIENCE. Section 105 of the National Quantum Initiative Act (15 U.S.C.

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  29. ``(3) Report to congress.--Not later than March 1 of each year, the Advisory Committee shall submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate, the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate, and the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology of the House of Representatives a report summarizing the findings of the Advisory Committee with respect to the evaluation most recently conducted under paragraph (1), including specific recommendations for-- ``(A) improvements to the Program; ``(B) consolidation or termination of programs or activities within the Program; and ``(C) realignment of funding to high-impact areas within the Program.

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  30. ``(2) Elements.--Each evaluation under paragraph (1) shall assess-- ``(A) which Federal programs or activities within the Program have made measurable progress toward program goals; ``(B) which Federal programs within the Program have produced tangible scientific, workforce, or commercial outcomes; ``(C) which programs or activities within the Program have overlapping missions or duplicative structures; ``(D) resource utilization and return on investment of each major component of the Program; and ``(E) barriers to performance or implementation of the Program, including structural, regulatory, or administrative challenges.

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  31. 5195c(e))).''; (3) in subsection (e)-- (A) by inserting ``through December 31, 2030'' after ``thereafter''; and (B) by adding at the end the following new sentence: ``In the first such report required after the date of the enactment of the National Quantum Initiative Reauthorization Act of 2026, the Advisory Committee shall assess the benefits and opportunities to strengthen quantum communications corridors in which Federal laboratories, institutions of higher education, and other entities conducting quantum information science, engineering, and technology research are connected via quantum communication networks capable of securely transmitting information.''; (4) by redesignating subsections (e) through (g) as subsections (f) through (h), respectively; and (5) by inserting after subsection (d) the following: ``(e) Performance and Usefulness Assessment of National Quantum Initiative Program.-- ``(1) Annual evaluation required.--Not less frequently than once each year, the Advisory Committee shall, in coordination with the Subcommittee on Quantum Information Science, conduct an evaluation of the effectiveness, progress, and usefulness of activities carried out under the Program.

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  32. NATIONAL QUANTUM INITIATIVE ADVISORY COMMITTEE. Section 104 of the National Quantum Initiative Act (15 U.S.C. 8814) is amended-- (1) by amending subsection (b) to read as follows: ``(b) Qualifications.--The Advisory Committee shall consist of members, appointed by the President, who-- ``(1) are representative of-- ``(A) industry; and ``(B) universities and Federal laboratories that are qualified to provide advice and information on quantum information science, engineering, and technology research, development, demonstrations, standards, STEM education and workforce, technology transfer, economics, and national security, or research security; and ``(2) may hold doctoral degrees in physical sciences, mathematics, computer science, engineering, or related fields.''; (2) in subsection (d)(2)-- (A) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``science and technology'' and inserting ``science, engineering, and technology''; (B) in subparagraph (D)-- (i) by striking ``to'' and inserting ``promote innovation, foster a robust United States quantum industry, and''; and (ii) by striking ``science and technology'' and inserting ``science, engineering, and technology''; (C) in subparagraph (E), by inserting ``, including to address any gaps that may exist in basic research, capabilities, workforce, supply chain, or coordination among participating Federal agencies'' before the semicolon; (D) in subparagraph (F), by striking ``open standards for, quantum information science and technology; and'' and inserting ``international standards in open and transparent standardization systems for quantum information science, engineering, and technology;''; (E) in subparagraph (G)-- (i) by striking ``societal,''; and (ii) by striking the period and inserting a semicolon; and (F) by adding at the end the following new subparagraphs: ``(H) the domestic and international cooperation needs and goals of the Program, including those related to infrastructure and the supply chain of quantum information science, engineering, and technology; and ``(I) the degree to which quantum information science, engineering, and technology-- ``(i) is enhancing or can enhance-- ``(I) the capabilities of the United States advanced industrial economy; and ``(II) Federal, State, and local government capabilities and services; and [[Page S4010]] ``(ii) can protect or optimize critical infrastructure (as such term is defined in section 1016(e) of Public Law 107-56 (42 U.S.C.

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  33. ``(3) Comparison to artificial intelligence technologies.-- For any potential use case identified under paragraph (1) for a Federal department or agency, the head of the department or agency may, in consultation with the Subcommittee, consider the quantum use case's interplay with artificial intelligence and compare its anticipated costs, functionality, and benefits. ``(4) Reporting.--The Subcommittee, as part of the annual report on the budget for the Program under subsection (g), shall report progress in carrying out the activities under this subsection, including information relating to the following: ``(A) The potential use cases identified pursuant to paragraph (1). ``(B) The status of plans developed pursuant to paragraph (2). ``(C) Any obstacles to addressing such potential use cases, including lack of funding.''. SEC. 6517.

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  34. ``(E) Value proposition as a result of each interagency partnership opportunity.''; (3) in subsection (h)(2)(A), by inserting ``, including a description of agency roles and responsibilities'' before the period; and (4) by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(i) Quantum Use Cases.-- ``(1) In general.--The Subcommittee shall identify potential use cases for quantum technologies that could advance the missions of Federal departments and agencies participating in the Program. ``(2) Quantum on-ramp.--For each potential use case identified pursuant to paragraph (1) for a Federal department or agency, the head of the Federal department or agency may, in consultation with the Subcommittee, develop a plan to enable such department or agency to address the potential use case.

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  35. SEC. 6516. SUBCOMMITTEE ON QUANTUM INFORMATION SCIENCE. Section 103 of the National Quantum Initiative Act (15 U.S.C. 8813) is amended-- (1) in subsection (d)-- (A) in paragraph (1), by striking ``the quantum information science and technology research,'' and inserting ``quantum information science, engineering, and technology research, quantum application development, and demonstration,''; (B) in paragraph (4)-- (i) by inserting ``, engineering, and technology'' after ``science''; and (ii) by inserting ``skillset'' before ``diversity''; (C) in paragraph (5)-- (i) by inserting ``, engineering, and technology'' after ``science''; and (ii) by inserting ``and conduct comparative benchmarking of Federal investments and research strategies relative to those of strategic allies and partners of the United States and other countries'' after ``development efforts''; (D) in paragraph (6)-- (i) by striking ``science and technology'' and inserting ``science, engineering, and technology''; and (ii) by striking ``and'' after the semicolon; (E) in paragraph (7)-- (i) by inserting ``, engineering, and technology'' after ``science''; and (ii) by striking the period and inserting a semicolon; and (F) by adding at the end the following: ``(8) facilitate interagency partnership opportunities to advance quantum applications related to advanced manufacturing, biotechnology, critical minerals, chemistry, space, and other sectors; and ``(9) evaluate the competitiveness and capabilities of the United States in quantum technologies with respect to quantum computing, sensing, networking, and applications.''; (2) in subsection (g)(2)-- (A) in paragraph (A), by inserting ``numbers'' after ``budget''; (B) in paragraph (B), by inserting ``numbers'' after ``budget''; and (C) by adding at the end the following new paragraphs: ``(D) Metrics for measuring the impact of the Program for the current fiscal year, for each Federal department and agency described in subsection (b).

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  36. 8812) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)(2)-- (A) in subparagraph (A), by inserting ``who shall be'' before ``appointed''; and (B) by amending subparagraph (B) to read as follows: ``(B) staff comprising employees detailed from the Federal departments and agencies specified in section 103(b).''; and (2) in subsection (b)-- (A) in paragraph (3), by striking ``science and technology'' and inserting ``science, engineering, and technology research, development, workforce, and international''; (B) by amending paragraph (4) to read as follows: ``(4) ensure coordination among the collaborative ventures or consortia established under this Act, including under section 201(a), the Multidisciplinary Centers for Quantum Research and Education established under section 302(a), the National Quantum Information Science Research Centers established under section 402(a), and the Quantum Economic Development Consortium;''; (C) in paragraph (6), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a semicolon; (D) in paragraph (7)-- (i) by inserting ``nonprofit research organizations,'' after ``universities,''; and (ii) by striking the period at the end and inserting a semicolon; and (E) by adding after paragraph (7) the following: ``(8) promote understanding and adoption of viable quantum capabilities that strengthen the United States economy, as may be appropriate; ``(9) track, monitor, and promote policies that will ensure the stability of the United States quantum workforce, quantum supply chain, domestic quantum industry, and international trade; and ``(10) ensure coordination and avoid unnecessary duplication of existing quantum-related activities, other activities carried out under this Act, and other related programs, as appropriate.''.

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  37. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (Public Law 115-232; 10 U.S.C. 4001 note), quantum educational activities and programs authorized pursuant to section 10661 of the Research and Development, Competition, and Innovation Act (42 U.S.C. 19261), and activities conducted at any Federal laboratory or National Laboratory;''; and (5) in paragraph (5)-- (A) by striking ``industry and universities'' and inserting ``industry, universities, and strategic allies and partners''; and (B) by inserting ``, including human resources'' after ``resources''. SEC. 6515. NATIONAL QUANTUM COORDINATION OFFICE. Section 102 of the National Quantum Initiative Act (15 U.S.C.

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  38. [[Page S4009]] SEC. 6514. NATIONAL QUANTUM INITIATIVE PROGRAM. Subsection (b) of section 101 of the National Quantum Initiative Act (15 U.S.C. 8811) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1)-- (A) by striking ``development'' and inserting ``research, development, and near-, medium-, and long-term demonstration''; and (B) by striking ``information science and technology''; (2) in paragraph (2)-- (A) by striking ``science and technology'' and inserting ``science, engineering, and technology''; and (B) by inserting ``infrastructure,'' after ``demonstration,''; (3) in paragraph (3)-- (A) by inserting ``and retain'' after ``to develop''; and (B) by striking ``science and technology'' and inserting ``science, engineering, and technology''; (4) by amending paragraph (4) to read as follows: ``(4) provide for interagency planning and coordination of Federal quantum information science, engineering, and technology research, development, demonstration, standards engagement, and other activities under the Program, including activities authorized pursuant to section 234 of the John S.

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  39. 8802) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1)-- (A) by amending subparagraph (A) to read as follows: ``(A) to expand the number of researchers, educators, and students with training in quantum information science, engineering, and technology to develop a domestic workforce pipeline and retain international talent to the extent consistent with national security and international competitiveness;''; (B) in subparagraph (B), by striking ``science at the'' and inserting ``science, engineering, and technology at the''; (C) in subparagraph (D)-- (i) by striking ``science and technology'' and inserting ``science, engineering, and technology''; and (ii) by striking ``and'' after the semicolon; and (D) by adding at the end the following: ``(F) to facilitate development of quantum applications, including quantum-hybrid applications, to promote innovation; and ``(G) to support advancements in emerging technologies that could benefit from or benefit the development of quantum technology and promote research, development, demonstration, and application of such emerging technologies in quantum information science, engineering, and technology and scientific discovery.''; (2) in paragraph (2), by striking ``science and technology'' and inserting ``science, engineering, and technology''; (3) in paragraph (3), by striking ``science and technology'' and inserting ``science, engineering, and technology''; (4) in paragraph (4)-- (A) by inserting ``National Laboratories,'' after ``Federal laboratories,''; and (B) by striking ``and'' after the semicolon; (5) in paragraph (5)-- (A) in the matter preceding subparagraph (A)-- (i) by inserting ``partnerships, research collaborations, and'' after ``international''; and (ii) by striking ``science and technology security'' and inserting ``science, engineering, and technology''; (B) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``and'' after the semicolon; (C) in subparagraph (B), by striking the period at the end and inserting a semicolon; and (D) by adding at the end the following: ``(C) to facilitate cooperation in the advancement of quantum capabilities among the United States and its strategic allies and partners to strengthen and secure the quantum-relevant supply chain and related ecosystem; and ``(D) to coordinate on potential export or strategic trade controls where appropriate; and''; and (6) by adding at the end the following: ``(6) improving the maturity and scale of the quantum industry.''.

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  40. ``(17) Supply chain shock.--The term `supply chain shock'-- ``(A) means an event causing severe or serious disruption to normal operations or capacity in a supply chain; and ``(B) includes-- ``(i) a natural disaster; ``(ii) a pandemic; ``(iii) a biological threat; ``(iv) a cyber attack; ``(v) a geopolitical conflict; ``(vi) a terrorist or geopolitical attack; ``(vii) a trade disruption caused by-- ``(I) a foreign country of concern; or ``(II) an entity or an individual subject to the jurisdiction of such a country; and ``(viii) an event for which the President declares a major disaster or an emergency under section 401 or 501, respectively, of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170; 42 U.S.C. 5191).''. SEC. 6513. PURPOSES. Section 3 of the National Quantum Initiative Act (15 U.S.C.

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  41. ``(15) Quantum sensing.--The term `quantum sensing'-- ``(A) means the use of quantum mechanics to enhance or enable new sensors; and ``(B) can include uses of superposition and entanglement, nonclassical states, and advances in accuracy and precision enabled by quantum control. ``(16) STEM.--The term `STEM' means the academic and professional disciplines of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, including computer science.

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  42. ``(11) Quantum computing.--The term `quantum computing' means any of a variety of quantum computing technologies, including quantum annealing and quantum gate-model systems that utilize a variety of architectures, such as superconductors, ion traps, photonics, neutral atoms, atomic spin, electron spin, or topological qubits.''; (6) by amending paragraph (12), as so redesignated, to read as follows: ``(12) Quantum information science, engineering, and technology.--The term `quantum information science, engineering, and technology' means the understanding, translation, use, or application of the laws of quantum physics for the storage, transmission, manipulation, computing, simulation, or measurement of information.''; and (7) by inserting after paragraph (13), as so redesignated, the following: ``(14) Quantum networking.--The term `quantum networking' means the transmission of quantum information and the distribution and use of entanglement across nodes to enable new information technology applications and fundamental science.

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  43. 15801).''; (5) by inserting after paragraph (9), as so redesignated, the following: ``(10) Quantum applications.--The term `quantum applications' means uses of quantum information science, engineering, and technology, including quantum algorithms and software, quantum computing and quantum-classical hybrids, quantum sensing, quantum networking, quantum encryption, quantum simulation, or quantum communications applications.

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  44. 1701 et seq.); or ``(E) determined by the Secretary of State, in consultation with the Secretary of Commerce, the Secretary of Defense, and the Director of National Intelligence, to be engaged in unauthorized conduct that is detrimental to the national security or foreign policy of the United States.''; (3) in paragraph (7), as so redesignated, by striking ``(a)'' each place it appears; (4) by inserting after paragraph (7), as so redesignated, the following new paragraph: ``(8) National laboratory.--The term `National Laboratory' has the meaning given such term in section 2 of the Energy Policy Act of 2005 (42 U.S.C.

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  45. 2751 et seq.); ``(v) section 224, 225, 226, 227, or 236 of the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 (42 U.S.C. 2274, 2275, 2276, 2277, and 2284); ``(vi) the Export Control Reform Act of 2018 (50 U.S.C. 4801 et seq.); or ``(vii) the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C.

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  46. 1189(a)); ``(B) included on the list of specially designated nationals and blocked persons maintained by the Office of Foreign Assets Control of the Department of the Treasury (commonly known as the `SDN list'); ``(C) owned by, controlled by, or subject to the jurisdiction or direction of a government of a foreign country that is a covered nation (as such term is defined in section 4872(f) of title 10, United States Code); ``(D) alleged by the Attorney General to have been involved in activities for which a conviction was obtained under-- ``(i) chapter 37 of title 18, United States Code (commonly known as the `Espionage Act'); ``(ii) section 951 or 1030 of title 18, United States Code; ``(iii) chapter 90 of title 18, United States Code (commonly known as the `Economic Espionage Act of 1996'); ``(iv) the Arms Export Control Act (22 U.S.C.

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  47. ``(6) Foreign entity of concern.--The term `foreign entity of concern' means a foreign entity that is-- ``(A) designated as a foreign terrorist organization by the Secretary of State under section 219(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C.

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  48. 8801) is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraphs (4), (5), (6), (7), the first paragraph (8) (relating to the definition of the ``Subcommittee on Economic and Security Implications''), and the second paragraph (8) (relating to the definition of the ``Subcommittee on Quantum Information Science'') as paragraphs (7), (9), (12), (13), (18), and (19), respectively; (2) by inserting after paragraph (3) the following: ``(4) Federal laboratory.--The term `Federal laboratory' has the meaning given such term in section 4 of the Stevenson-Wydler Technology Innovation Act of 1980 (15 U.S.C. 3703). ``(5) Foreign country of concern.--The term `foreign country of concern' means a country that is a covered nation (as such term is defined in section 4872(f) of title 10, United States Code).

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  49. Subtitle B--National Quantum Initiative Reauthorization Act of 2026 SEC. 6511. SHORT TITLE. This subtitle may be cited as the ``National Quantum Initiative Reauthorization Act of 2026''. SEC. 6512. DEFINITIONS. Section 2 of the National Quantum Initiative Act (15 U.S.C.

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  50. (5) A cost-benefit analysis weighing the national security resilience benefits of expanded launch infrastructure with the substantial investments required to support heavy-lift launch vehicles. (6) An analysis of the manner in which such alternative launch options will inform future operational and capability requirements for national security launch providers. (7) A framework for integrating nontraditional and inland ranges into the national launch enterprise through Federal range services, dynamic airspace management, and flexible deployment capabilities. (8) The assumptions and conditions on which the report is based and an assessment of their viability. (c) Form.--The report required by subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form but may contain a classified annex.

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