Quantum Sandbox for Near-Term Applications Act of 2025
In committee: it can still change before the session ends.
- Stage
- In committee
- Started in
- Senate
- Sponsors
- 2
- Latest action
- Apr 8, 2025
What it does
The bill would amend the National Quantum Initiative Act to create a public-private partnership called a "quantum sandbox" focused on accelerating the development and testing of near-term quantum applications—such as quantum computing, communication, sensing, and hybrid systems—that can be deployed within 24 months. Led by the Secretary of Commerce in coordination with the Director of NIST, the program would engage industry, national laboratories, federally funded research centers, and the broader U.S. quantum ecosystem to lower barriers to accessing quantum hardware and promote innovation with tangible benefits for businesses and consumers. The initiative aims to strengthen U.S. leadership…
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Where it stands
Introduced (Done)
Committee (Current step)
Floor (Not started)
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What moved
Who is involved
Sponsors
The lawmakers who put their names on it, lead sponsors first.
Where it goes next
While a bill can still move, the questions are about people and money.