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HJR 181

Memorials, Retirement - Carol Westlake -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by John Clemmons

Creates a temporary Alabama Quantum Evaluation Task Force to study quantum computing's economic impact and publish a 10-year development plan with public-private partnerships.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · HJR 181

HJR 181 — Alabama Quantum Evaluation Task Force (Enacted April 17, 2025)

Status: Enacted
Filed: March 10, 2025 | Delivered to Governor: April 10, 2025 | Enacted: April 17, 2025
Classification: Resolution (subject: Economic Development)

Overview / Purpose

HJR 181 creates the Alabama Quantum Evaluation Task Force to study and publish a report assessing the economic impacts and applications of quantum computing for the State of Alabama. The resolution seeks to identify opportunities for public‑private partnerships, guide workforce and research development, and produce a 10‑year development and evaluation plan for quantum computing in the state.

Key provisions

  • Establishes the Alabama Quantum Evaluation Task Force and defines membership, duties, staffing, reporting requirements, and a sunset date.
  • Directs the task force to:
    • Study the use, application, and economic impacts of quantum computing across industries (including agriculture, education, health care, manufacturing, supply chain management, technology innovation, and workforce development).
    • Identify opportunities for public‑private partnerships to advance quantum research and development in Alabama.
    • Develop and administer a 10‑year Alabama Quantum Computing Development and Evaluation Plan.
  • Requires the task force to prepare a written report with findings, economic impact assessment, and recommendations (including proposed legislation and programs).
  • Mandates coordination among appointing authorities to ensure membership reflects racial, gender, geographic, urban/rural, and economic diversity.
  • Directs certain state agencies to provide staffing and meeting space (Alabama Department of Commerce; Department of Economic and Community Affairs; Office of Information Technology; Department of Workforce).

Membership (selected)

Cochairs:
- Secretary of Commerce
- Secretary of Information Technology
- Director, Department of Economic and Community Affairs
- Secretary of Workforce

Other members include:
- CEO of the Alabama Technology Network
- State Superintendent of Education (or designee)
- 1 Senator appointed by Senate Minority Leader
- 2 House members (appointed by Speaker and House Minority Leader)
- 3 private‑sector appointees by the Governor (at least one small business owner)
- One HBCU representative (Governor appointment)
- Representatives from public and private 4‑year institutions and university‑affiliated innovation/entrepreneurial centers (appointed by Governor and Lieutenant Governor)

Vacancies must be filled with successors meeting the same qualifications.

Timeline, meetings & reporting

  • First meeting: must be called by cochairs within 30 days of the resolution’s passage.
  • Minimum of three meetings required before the report is submitted.
  • Final report due to the Governor, legislative leaders, and relevant committee chairs not later than the fifth legislative day of the 2026 Regular Session.
  • Upon submission of the report, the task force is dissolved (task force is temporary).

Compensation & administration

  • Legislative members receive legislative compensation, per diem, and travel (per Section 49, Alabama Constitution of 2022).
  • Nonlegislative members serve without compensation but may be reimbursed for necessary expenses per their appointing authority’s policies.
  • Agencies named must provide staff and meeting space; no separate funding or appropriation is included in the resolution.

Required filings

  • Task force must provide meeting notices, member names, final report, and other produced documents to the Secretary of State per Code of Alabama §36‑14‑17.1.

Potential impact

HJR 181 creates a short‑term, cross‑sector mechanism to evaluate quantum computing opportunities and risks for Alabama’s economy, research institutions, workforce, and industries. The report and the 10‑year plan can inform legislative action, workforce training programs, infrastructure investments, and public‑private collaborations. The resolution does not appropriate funds; administrative support costs are expected to be absorbed by the named state agencies.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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