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HR 6351

To amend the National Quantum Initiative Act to require support for regional innovation initiatives in quantum information science and technology, and for other purposes.

119th Congress Introduced by Laura Gillen and 1 co-sponsor

Requires federal support for regional QIST innovation initiatives, aligning national priorities with regional universities, labs, and industry.

Introduced in House
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Bill Summary · HR 6351

Summary of HR 6351 (Introduced in the House)

Overview

  • Bill number: HR 6351
  • Title: To amend the National Quantum Initiative Act to require support for regional innovation initiatives in quantum information science and technology, and for other purposes
  • Status: Introduced in the House
  • Introduced: December 2, 2025
  • Current action: Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (same day as introduction)

Purpose and intent

The bill amends the National Quantum Initiative Act with the objective of ensuring federal support for regional innovation initiatives related to quantum information science and technology (QIST). The aim appears to align national quantum R&D efforts with regional innovation ecosystems, potentially strengthening collaboration among universities, national laboratories, industry, and state/local governments to advance QIST development and deployment at the regional level.

Key provisions (high-level, inferred from the bill’s title)

  • Amends the National Quantum Initiative Act to require support for regional innovation initiatives in QIST.
  • Likely authorizes, directs, or expands mechanisms (such as funding programs, partnerships, or technical assistance) to foster regional QIST activities.
  • Could establish or reinforce roles for federal agencies participating in the National Quantum Initiative in relation to regional initiatives.
  • May include reporting, oversight, or accountability provisions to Congress on progress and outcomes of regional initiatives.
  • Definitions and specific programmatic details are not provided in the available summary; the exact scope would be determined by the enacted text.

Who would be affected

  • Federal agencies involved in quantum information science and the National Quantum Initiative (e.g., agencies administering QIST programs).
  • Regional actors including universities, national laboratories, research institutions, regional consortia, state and local governments, industry partners, startups, and regional economic development organizations.
  • Researchers, students, and workers in quantum-related fields who participate in regional innovation activities.
  • Entities applying for grants or participating in federal regional initiatives related to QIST, once programs are established.

Procedural and timeline considerations

  • Current status moves from introduction to referral: HR 6351 was referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology on December 2, 2025, the same day it was introduced.
  • If advanced, typical next steps could include committee hearings, a markup, and possible floor consideration in the House.
  • There is no stated companion bill in the Senate (as of the provided information), so passage would require further Senate action or negotiation.

Potential impact and considerations

  • Positive impact: Strengthens alignment between national QIST priorities and regional innovation ecosystems, potentially broadening participation, speeding commercialization, and enhancing regional workforce development.
  • Risks and considerations: Requires careful implementation to avoid uneven distribution of funding, ensure measurable outcomes, and maintain coordination across multiple federal agencies and regional partners. Clear definitions, performance metrics, and oversight would be important for accountability.

Next steps for readers

  • Monitor the committee’s actions on HR 6351 for hearings, amendments, and a potential markup.
  • Check for the availability of the bill’s full text to review specific provisions, definitions, and funding implications.

If you’d like, I can provide a section-by-section analysis once the full text becomes available or compare this bill to prior related legislation.

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

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