H.R. 7749 – Quantum in Practice Act

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The Quantum in Practice Act updates the National Quantum Initiative Act to recognize quantum modeling and simulation as key parts of quantum information science. By expanding the definition and creating a dedicated research category, the bill aims to boost advances in areas like drug development, fertilizer creation, energy storage, and new materials. These changes affect federal research programs and the scientists and industries that rely on quantum technologies.

Key Provisions

Amends the definition of "Quantum Information Science" in the National Quantum Initiative Act to explicitly include "modeling" and "simulation" alongside computing.
Adds a new subparagraph (H) to the Quantum Information Science Research Program, specifically authorizing research on quantum molecular modeling or simulation.

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Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.

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March 2, 2026

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Introduced in House

March 2, 2026

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Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.

Science, Space, and Technology Committee

March 2, 2026

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Introduced in HouseIssued March 2, 2026

I

119th CONGRESS

2d Session

H. R. 7749

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.

1.

Short title

This Act may be cited as the Quantum in Practice Act.

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.

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;

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