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To amend the National Quantum Initiative Act to make certain additions relating to quantum modeling and simulation, and for other purposes.
Summary
This bill amends the National Quantum Initiative Act to include quantum modeling and simulation as part of the federal quantum information science research program. The bill expands the definition of quantum information science to explicitly include modeling and simulation capabilities alongside computing. The amendments aim to support research into quantum molecular modeling and simulation, which could have applications in fertilizer development, pharmaceutical research, battery technology, materials science, protective gear, and superconductors.
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Sponsor (1)
12 cosponsors
- Rep. Kean, Thomas H. [R-NJ-7] (R-NJ)
- Rep. Lawler, Michael [R-NY-17] (R-NY)
- Rep. Lofgren, Zoe [D-CA-18] (D-CA)
- Rep. McBride, Sarah [D-DE-At Large] (D-DE)
- Rep. McGuire, John J. [R-VA-5] (R-VA)
- Rep. Miller-Meeks, Mariannette [R-IA-1] (R-IA)
- Rep. Neguse, Joe [D-CO-2] (D-CO)
- Rep. Rose, John W. [R-TN-6] (R-TN)
- Rep. Stevens, Haley M. [D-MI-11] (D-MI)
- Rep. Valadao, David G. [R-CA-22] (R-CA)
- Rep. Wittman, Robert J. [R-VA-1] (R-VA)
- Rep. Yakym, Rudy [R-IN-2] (R-IN)
Money behind the sponsor
Top reported contributors to Randy Feenstra’s campaign committee (2024 cycle) — who funds the bill’s sponsor, not a claim about this bill. Data from FEC.
- NULL $38,384
- MARQUIS MANAGEMENT INC. $21,800
- BGR GROUP $15,800
- DOLL DISTRIBUTING $13,700
- FRONTIER BANK $13,450
Organizations whose employees gave the most — itemized individual contributions grouped by the donor’s reported employer (FEC Schedule A). Full finance for Randy Feenstra → · Outside spending →
Actions (2)
- Mar 2, 2026 Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. · house
- Mar 2, 2026 Introduced in House
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Full text
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
March 2, 2026
Mr. Feenstra (for himself, Ms. Stevens, Mr. Valadao, Mrs. Miller-Meeks, Mr. Kean, Mr. Wittman, Mr. Yakym, Mr. Lawler, Ms. McBride, and Ms. Lofgren) 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 make certain additions relating to quantum modeling and simulation, 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 in Practice Act”.
SEC. 2. FINDINGS.
Congress finds the following:
(1) Quantum computing has the potential to spur advancements in molecular modeling and simulation that will benefit Americans.
(2) Quantum molecular simulations and modeling will enable scientists to study chemical elements and reactions with accuracy and speed that is far beyond the abilities of existing supercomputers.
(3) Advances in molecular simulations and modeling would give researchers tools that could lead to breakthroughs across industries and sectors, including—
(A) modeling the nitrogen fixation process utilized by bacteria, which could be used to develop synthetic fertilizers without the high energy and material costs of current methods, creating the next generation of fertilizers;
(B) creating more effective medications and reducing harmful interactions or side effects;
(C) developing new materials to increase energy storage capacity and create more powerful battery technologies;
(D) developing lighter, stronger metals;
(E) creating materials for more durable protective gear for law enforcement and military; and
(F) developing new types of superconductors.
SEC. 3. QUANTUM MODELING AND SIMULATION.
(a) Definition of Quantum Information Science.—Section 2(6) of the National Quantum Initiative Act (15 U.S.C. 8801(6)) is amended by inserting “modeling, simulation,” after “computing”.
(b) Quantum Information Science Research Program.—Section 401(b)(3) of the National Quantum Initiative Act (15 U.S.C. 8851(b)(3)) is amended—
(1) in subparagraph (F), by striking “and” at the end;
(2) in subparagraph (G), by adding “and” after the semicolon; and
(3) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph:
“(H) quantum molecular modeling or simulation;”. <all>
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