HR 8462 — National Quantum Initiative Reauthorization Act

(a) Computer and network security research grants (1) In general The Director shall award grants for basic research on innovative approaches to the structure of computer and network hardware and software that are aimed at enhancing computer security. Research areas may include— (A) authentication, cryptography, and other secure data communications technology; (B) computer forensics and intrusion detection; (C) reliability of computer and network applications, middleware, operating systems, control systems, and communications infrastructure; (D) privacy and confidentiality; (E) network security architecture, including tools for security administration and analysis; (F) emerging threats; (G) vulnerability assessments and techniques for quantifying risk; (H) remote access and wireless security; (I) enhancement of law enforcement ability to detect, investigate, and prosecute cyber-crimes, including those that involve piracy of intellectual property; (J) secure fundamental protocols that are integral to inter-network communications and data exchange; (K) secure software engineering and software assurance, including— (i) programming languages and systems that include fundamental security features; (ii) portable or reusable code that remains secure when deployed in various environments; (iii) verification and validation technologies to ensure that requirements and specifications have been implemented; and (iv) models for comparison and metrics to assure that required standards have been met; (L) holistic system security that— (i) addresses the building of secure systems from trusted and untrusted components; (ii) proactively reduces vulnerabilities; (iii) addresses insider threats; and (iv) supports privacy in conjunction with improved security; (M) monitoring and detection; (N) mitigation and rapid recovery methods; (O) security of wireless networks and mobile devices; (P) security of cloud infrastructure and services; (Q) security of election-dedicated voting system software and hardware; and (R) role of the human factor in cybersecurity and the interplay of computers and humans and the physical world. (2) Merit review; competition Grants shall be awarded under this section on a merit-reviewed competitive basis. (3) Authorization of appropriations There are authorized to be appropriated to the National Science Foundation to carry out this subsection— (A) $35,000,000 for fiscal year 2003; (B) $40,000,000 for fiscal year 2004; (C) $46,000,000 for fiscal year 2005; (D) $52,000,000 for fiscal year 2006; and (E) $60,000,000 for fiscal year 2007. (b) Computer and network security research centers (1) In general The Director shall award multiyear grants, subject to the availability of appropriations, to institutions of higher education, nonprofit research institutions, or consortia thereof to establish multidisciplinary Centers for Computer and Network Security Research. Institutions of higher education, nonprofit research institutions, or consortia thereof receiving such grants may partner with 1 or more government laboratories or for-profit institutions, or other institutions of higher education or nonprofit research institutions. (2) Merit review; competition Grants shall be awarded under this subsection on a merit-reviewed competitive basis. (3) Purpose The purpose of the Centers shall be to generate innovative approaches to computer and network security by conducting cutting-edge, multidisciplinary research in computer and network security, including improving the security and resiliency of information technology, reducing cyber vulnerabilities, and anticipating and mitigating consequences of cyber attacks on critical infrastructure, by conducting research in the areas described in subsection (a)(1). (4) Applications An institution of higher education, nonprofit research institution, or consortia thereof seeking funding under this subsection shall submit an application to the Director at such time, in such manner, and containing s...

In this chapter: (1) Advisory Committee The term “Advisory Committee” means the National Quantum Initiative Advisory Committee established under section 8814(a) of this title. (2) Appropriate committees of Congress The term “appropriate committees of Congress” means— (A) the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate; (B) the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate; and (C) the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology of the House of Representatives. (3) Coordination Office The term “Coordination Office” means the National Quantum Coordination Office established under section 8812(a) of this title. (4) Institution of higher education The term “institution of higher education” has the meaning given the term in section 1001(a) of title 20. (5) Program The term “Program” means the National Quantum Initiative Program implemented under section 8811(a) of this title. (6) Quantum information science The term “quantum information science” means the use of the laws of quantum physics for the storage, transmission, manipulation, computing, or measurement of information. (7) Quantum network infrastructure The term “quantum network infrastructure” means any facility, expertise, or capability that is necessary to enable the development and deployment of scalable and diverse quantum network technologies. (8)  1 Subcommittee on Economic and Security Implications The term “Subcommittee on Economic and Security Implications” means the Subcommittee on the Economic and Security Implications of Quantum Information Science established under section 8814a(a) of this title. (8)  1 Subcommittee on Quantum Information Science The term “Subcommittee on Quantum Information Science” means the Subcommittee on Quantum Information Science of the National Science and Technology Council established under section 8813(a) of this title.

The purpose of this chapter is to ensure the continued leadership of the United States in quantum information science and its technology applications by— (1) supporting research, development, demonstration, and application of quantum information science and technology— (A) to expand the number of researchers, educators, and students with training in quantum information science and technology to develop a workforce pipeline; (B) to promote the development and inclusion of multidisciplinary curriculum and research opportunities for quantum information science at the undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral level; (C) to address basic research knowledge gaps, including computational research gaps; (D) to promote the further development of facilities and centers available for quantum information science and technology research, testing and education; and (E) to stimulate research on and promote more rapid development of quantum-based technologies; (2) improving the interagency planning and coordination of Federal research and development of quantum information science and technology; (3) maximizing the effectiveness of the Federal Government’s quantum information science and technology research, development, and demonstration programs; (4) promoting collaboration among the Federal Government, Federal laboratories, industry, and universities; and (5) promoting the development of international standards for quantum information science and technology security— (A) to facilitate technology innovation and private sector commercialization; and (B) to meet economic and national security goals.

(a) In general The President shall implement a National Quantum Initiative Program. (b) Requirements In carrying out the Program, the President, acting through Federal agencies, councils, working groups, subcommittees, and the Coordination Office, as the President considers appropriate, shall— (1) establish the goals, priorities, and metrics for a 10-year plan to accelerate development of quantum information science and technology applications in the United States; (2) invest in fundamental Federal quantum information science and technology research, development, demonstration, and other activities to achieve the goals established under paragraph (1); (3) invest in activities to develop a quantum information science and technology workforce pipeline; (4) provide for interagency planning and coordination of Federal quantum information science and technology research, development, demonstration, standards engagement, and other activities under the Program; (5) partner with industry and universities to leverage knowledge and resources; and (6) leverage existing Federal investments efficiently to advance Program goals and priorities established under paragraph (1).

(a) Establishment (1) In general The President shall establish a National Quantum Coordination Office. (2) Administration The Coordination Office shall have— (A) a Director appointed by the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy, in consultation with the Secretary of Commerce, the Director of the National Science Foundation, and the Secretary of Energy; and (B) staff comprised of employees detailed from the Federal departments and agencies described in section 8813(b) of this title (b) Responsibilities The Coordination Office shall— (1) provide technical and administrative support to— (A) the Subcommittee on Quantum Information Science; (B) the Advisory Committee; and (C) the Subcommittee on Economic and Security Implications; (2) oversee interagency coordination of the Program, including by encouraging and supporting joint agency solicitation and selection of applications for funding of activities under the Program; (3) serve as the point of contact on Federal civilian quantum information science and technology activities for Federal departments and agencies, industry, universities 1 professional societies, State governments, and such other persons as the Coordination Office considers appropriate to exchange technical and programmatic information; (4) ensure coordination among the collaborative ventures or consortia established under section 8831(a) of this title, Multidisciplinary Centers for Quantum Research and Education established under section 8842(a) of this title, and the National Quantum Information Science Research Centers established under section 8852(a) of this title; (5) conduct public outreach, including the dissemination of findings and recommendations of the Advisory Committee, as appropriate; (6) promote access to and early application of the technologies, innovations, and expertise derived from Program activities to agency missions and systems across the Federal Government, and to industry, including startup companies; and (7) promote access, through appropriate Federal Government agencies, and an open and competitive merit-reviewed process, to existing quantum computing and communication systems developed by industry, universities, and Federal laboratories to the general user community in pursuit of discovery of the new applications of such systems. (c) Funding Funds necessary to carry out the activities of the Coordination Office shall be made available each fiscal year by the Federal departments and agencies described in section 8813(b) of this title, as determined by the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy.

(a) Establishment The President shall establish, through the National Science and Technology Council, the Subcommittee on Quantum Information Science. (b) Membership The Subcommittee shall include a representative of— (1) the National Institute of Standards and Technology; (2) the National Science Foundation; (3) the Department of Energy; (4) the National Aeronautics and Space Administration; (5) the Department of Defense; (6) the Office of the Director of National Intelligence; (7) the Office of Management and Budget; (8) the Office of Science and Technology Policy; and (9) such other Federal department or agency as the President considers appropriate. (c) Chairpersons The Subcommittee shall be jointly chaired by the Director of the National Institute of Standards and Technology, the Director of the National Science Foundation, and the Secretary of Energy. (d) Responsibilities The Subcommittee shall— (1) coordinate the quantum information science and technology research, information sharing about international standards development and use, and education activities and programs of the Federal agencies; (2) establish goals and priorities of the Program, based on identified knowledge and workforce gaps and other national needs; (3) assess and recommend Federal infrastructure needs to support the Program; (4) assess the status, development, and diversity of the United States quantum information science workforce; (5) assess the global outlook for quantum information science research and development efforts; (6) evaluate opportunities for international cooperation with strategic allies on research and development in quantum information science and technology; and (7) propose a coordinated interagency budget for the Program to the Office of Management and Budget to ensure the maintenance of a balanced quantum information science research portfolio and an appropriate level of research effort. (e) Strategic plans In order to guide the activities of the Program and meet the goals, priorities, and anticipated outcomes of the Federal departments and agencies described in subsection (b), the Subcommittee shall— (1) not later than 1 year after December 21, 2018, develop a 5-year strategic plan; (2) not later than 6 years after December 21, 2018, develop a subsequent 5-year strategic plan; and (3) periodically update each plan, as necessary. (f) Submittal to Congress The chairpersons of the Subcommittee shall submit to the President, the Advisory Committee, and the appropriate committees of Congress each strategic plan developed under subsection (e) and any updates thereto. (g) Annual program budget report (1) In general Each year, concurrent with the annual budget request submitted by the President to Congress under section 1105 of title 31, the chairpersons of the Subcommittee shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress and such other committees of Congress as the chairpersons deem appropriate a report on the budget for the Program. (2) Contents Each report submitted under paragraph (1) shall include the following: (A) The budget of the Program for the current fiscal year, for each Federal department and agency described in subsection (b). (B) The budget proposed for the Program for the next fiscal year, for each Federal department and agency described in subsection (b). (C) An analysis of the progress made toward achieving the goals and priorities established under subsection (d)(2). (h) Report on quantum networking and communications (1) In general Not later than January 1, 2026, the Quantum Networking Working Group within the Subcommittee on Quantum Information Science of the National Science and Technology Council, in coordination with the Subcommittee on the Economic and Security Implications of Quantum Information Science, shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report detailing a plan for the advancement of quantum networking and communications technology in the United States, building on the report...

(a) In general The President shall establish a National Quantum Initiative Advisory Committee. (b) Qualifications The Advisory Committee shall consist of members, appointed by the President, who are representative of industry, universities, and Federal laboratories and are qualified to provide advice and information on quantum information science and technology research, development, demonstrations, standards, education, technology transfer, commercial application, or national security and economic concerns. (c) Membership consideration In selecting the members of the Advisory Committee, the President may seek and give consideration to recommendations from the Congress, industry, the scientific community (including the National Academy of Sciences, scientific professional societies, and universities), the defense community, and other appropriate organizations. (d) Duties (1) In general The Advisory Committee shall advise the President, the Subcommittee on Quantum Information Science, and the Subcommittee on Economic and Security Implications and make recommendations for the President to consider when reviewing and revising the Program. (2) Independent assessments The Advisory Committee shall conduct periodic, independent assessments of— (A) any trends or developments in quantum information science and technology; (B) the progress made in implementing the Program; (C) the management, coordination, implementation, and activities of the Program; (D) whether the Program activities and the goals and priorities established under section 8813(d)(2) of this title are helping to maintain United States leadership in quantum information science and technology; (E) whether a need exists to revise the Program; (F) whether opportunities exist for international cooperation with strategic allies on research and development in, and the development of open standards for, quantum information science and technology; and (G) whether national security, societal, economic, legal, and workforce concerns are adequately addressed by the Program. (e) Reports Not later than 180 days after December 21, 2018, and at least biennially thereafter, the Advisory Committee shall submit to the President, the appropriate committees of Congress, and such other committees of Congress as the Advisory Committee deems appropriate a report on the findings of the independent assessment under subsection (d), including any recommendations for improvements to the Program. (f) Travel expenses of non-Federal members Non-Federal members of the Advisory Committee, while attending meetings of the Advisory Committee or while otherwise serving at the request of the head of the Advisory Committee away from their homes or regular places of business, may be allowed travel expenses, including per diem in lieu of subsistence, as authorized by section 5703 of title 5, for individuals in the Government serving without pay. Nothing in this subsection shall be construed to prohibit members of the Advisory Committee who are officers or employees of the United States from being allowed travel expenses, including per diem in lieu of subsistence, in accordance with existing law. (g) FACA exemption The Advisory Committee shall be exempt from section 14 of the Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.).1

(a) Establishment The President shall establish, through the National Science and Technology Council, the Subcommittee on the Economic and Security Implications of Quantum Information Science. (b) Membership The Subcommittee shall include a representative of— (1) the Department of Energy; (2) the Department of Defense; (3) the Department of Commerce; (4) the Department of Homeland Security; (5) the Office of the Director of National Intelligence; (6) the Office of Management and Budget; (7) the Office of Science and Technology Policy; (8) the Department of Justice; (9) the National Science Foundation; (10) the National Institute of Standards and Technology; and (11) such other Federal department or agency as the President considers appropriate. (c) Responsibilities The Subcommittee shall— (1) in coordination with the Director of the Office and 1 Management and Budget, the Director of the National Quantum Coordination Office, and the Subcommittee on Quantum Information Science, track investments of the Federal Government in quantum information science research and development; (2) review and assess any economic or security implications of such investments; (3) review and assess any counterintelligence risks or other foreign threats to such investments; (4) recommend goals and priorities for the Federal Government and make recommendations to Federal departments and agencies and the Director of the National Quantum Coordination Office to address any counterintelligence risks or other foreign threats identified as a result of an assessment under paragraph (3); (5) assess the export of technology associated with quantum information science and recommend to the Secretary of Commerce and the Secretary of State export controls necessary to protect the economic and security interests of the United States as a result of such assessment; (6) recommend to Federal departments and agencies investment strategies in quantum information science that advance the economic and security interest of the United States; (7) recommend to the Director of National Intelligence and the Secretary of Energy appropriate protections to address counterintelligence risks or other foreign threats identified as a result of the assessment under paragraph (3); and (8) in coordination with the Subcommittee on Quantum Information Science, ensure the approach of the United States to investments of the Federal Government in quantum information science research and development reflects a balance between scientific progress and the potential economic and security implications of such progress. (d) Technical and administrative support (1) In general The Secretary of Energy, the Director of National Intelligence, and the Director of the National Quantum Coordination Office may provide to the Subcommittee personnel, equipment, facilities, and such other technical and administrative support as may be necessary for the Subcommittee to carry out the responsibilities of the Subcommittee under this section. (2) Support related to classified information The Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy and the Director of National Intelligence shall provide to the Subcommittee technical and administrative support related to the responsibilities of the Subcommittee that involve classified information, including support related to sensitive compartmented information facilities and the storage of classified information.

(a) In general Except as provided in subsection (b), the authority to carry out sections 8811, 8812, 8813, 8814, and 8814a of this title shall terminate on the date that is 11 years after December 21, 2018. (b) Extension The President may continue the activities under such sections if the President determines that such activities are necessary to meet national economic or national security needs.

(a) National Institute of Standards and Technology activities As part of the Program, the Director of the National Institute of Standards and Technology— (1) shall continue to support and expand basic and applied quantum information science and technology research and development of measurement and standards infrastructure necessary to advance commercial development of quantum applications; (2) shall use the existing programs of the National Institute of Standards and Technology, in collaboration with other Federal departments and agencies, as appropriate, to train scientists in quantum information science and technology to increase participation in the quantum fields; (3) shall carry out research to facilitate the development and standardization of quantum cryptography and post-quantum classical cryptography; (4) shall carry out research to facilitate the development and standardization of quantum networking, communications, and sensing technologies and applications; (5) for quantum technologies determined by the Director of the National Institute of Standards and Technology to be at a readiness level sufficient for standardization, shall provide technical review and assistance to such other Federal agencies as the Director considers appropriate for the development of quantum networking infrastructure standards; (6) shall establish or expand collaborative ventures or consortia with other public or private sector entities, including industry, universities, and Federal laboratories for the purpose of advancing the field of quantum information science and engineering; and (7) may enter into and perform such contracts, including cooperative research and development arrangements and grants and cooperative agreements or other transactions, as may be necessary in the conduct of the work of the National Institute of Standards and Technology and on such terms as the Director considers appropriate, in furtherance of the purposes of this chapter. (b) Quantum consortium (1) In general Not later than 1 year after December 21, 2018, the Director of the National Institute of Standards and Technology shall convene a consortium of stakeholders to identify the future measurement, standards, cybersecurity, and other appropriate needs for supporting the development of a robust quantum information science and technology industry in the United States. (2) Goals The goals of the consortium shall be— (A) to assess the current research on the needs identified in paragraph (1); (B) to identify any gaps in the research necessary to meet the needs identified in paragraph (1); and (C) to provide recommendations on how the National Institute of Standards and Technology and the Program can address the gaps in the necessary research identified in subparagraph (B). (3) Report to Congress Not later than 2 years after December 21, 2018, the Director of the National Institute of Standards and Technology shall submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology of the House of Representatives a report summarizing the findings of the consortium. (c) Funding The Director of the National Institute of Standards and Technology shall allocate up to $80,000,000 to carry out the activities under this section for each of fiscal years 2019 through 2023, subject to the availability of appropriations. Amounts made available to carry out this section shall be derived from amounts appropriated or otherwise made available to the National Institute of Standards and Technology.

(a) In general The Director of the National Science Foundation, in consultation with other Federal departments and agencies, as appropriate, shall award grants to institutions of higher education or eligible nonprofit organizations (or consortia thereof) to establish at least 2, but not more than 5, Multidisciplinary Centers for Quantum Research and Education (referred to in this section as “Centers”). (b) Collaborations A collaboration receiving an award under this subsection may include institutions of higher education, nonprofit organizations, and private sector entities. (c) Purpose The purpose of the Centers shall be to conduct basic research and education activities in support of the goals and priorities established under section 8813(d)(2) of this title, including by— (1) continuing to advance quantum information science and engineering; (2) supporting curriculum and workforce development in quantum information science and engineering; and (3) fostering innovation by bringing industry perspectives to quantum research and workforce development, including by leveraging industry knowledge and resources. (d) Requirements (1) In general An institution of higher education or an eligible nonprofit organization (or a consortium thereof) seeking funding under this section shall submit an application to the Director of the National Science Foundation at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Director may require. (2) Applications Each application under paragraph (1) shall include a description of— (A) how the Center will work with other research institutions and industry partners to leverage expertise in quantum science, education and curriculum development, and technology transfer; (B) how the Center will promote active collaboration among researchers in multiple disciplines involved in quantum research, including physics, engineering, mathematics, computer science, chemistry, and material science; (C) how the Center will support long-term and short-term workforce development in the quantum field; (D) how the Center can support an innovation ecosystem to work with industry to translate Center research into applications; and (E) a long-term plan to become self-sustaining after the expiration of funding under this section. (e) Selection and duration (1) In general Each Center established under this section is authorized to carry out activities for a period of 5 years. (2) Reapplication An awardee may reapply for additional, subsequent periods of 5 years on a competitive, merit-reviewed basis. (3) Termination Consistent with the authorities of the National Science Foundation, the Director of the National Science Foundation may terminate an underperforming Center for cause during the performance period. (f) Funding The Director of the National Science Foundation shall allocate up to $10,000,000 for each Center established under this section for each of fiscal years 2019 through 2023, subject to the availability of appropriations. Amounts made available to carry out this section shall be derived from amounts appropriated or otherwise made available to the National Science Foundation.

(a) Establishment (1) In general The Secretary of Energy, acting through the Director of the Office of Science (referred to in this section as the “Director”), shall ensure that the Office of Science carries out a program, in consultation with other Federal departments and agencies, as appropriate, to establish and operate at least 2, but not more than 5, National Quantum Information Science Research Centers (referred to in this section as “Centers”) to conduct basic research to accelerate scientific breakthroughs in quantum information science and technology and to support research conducted under section 8851 of this title. (2) Requirements (A) Competitive, merit-reviewed process The Centers shall be established through a competitive, merit-reviewed process. (B) Applications An eligible applicant under this subsection shall submit to the Director an application at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Director determines to be appropriate. (C) Eligible applicants The Director shall consider applications from National Laboratories, institutions of higher education, research centers, multi-institutional collaborations, and any other entity that the Secretary of Energy determines to be appropriate. (b) Collaborations A collaboration that receives an award under this section may include multiple types of research institutions and private sector entities. (c) Requirements To the maximum extent practicable, the Centers developed, constructed, operated, or maintained under this section shall serve the needs of the Department of Energy, industry, the academic community, and other relevant entities to create and develop processes for the purpose of advancing basic research in quantum information science and improving the competitiveness of the United States. (d) Coordination The Secretary of Energy shall ensure the coordination, and avoid unnecessary duplication, of the activities of each Center with the activities of— (1) other research entities of the Department of Energy, including— (A) the Nanoscale Science Research Centers; (B) the Energy Frontier Research Centers; (C) the Energy Innovation Hubs; and (D) the National Laboratories; (2) institutions of higher education; and (3) industry. (e) Duration (1) In general Each Center established under this section is authorized to carry out activities for a period of 5 years. (2) Reapplication An awardee may reapply for additional, subsequent periods of 5 years. The Director shall approve or disapprove of each reapplication on a competitive, merit-reviewed basis. (3) Termination Consistent with the authorities of the Department of Energy, the Secretary of Energy may terminate an underperforming Center for cause during the performance period. (f) Funding The Secretary of Energy shall allocate up to $25,000,000 for each Center established under this section for each of fiscal years 2019 through 2023, subject to the availability of appropriations. Amounts made available to carry out this section shall be derived from amounts appropriated or otherwise made available to the Department of Energy.

(a) In general The Secretary of Energy (referred to in this section as the “Secretary”) shall carry out a research, development, and demonstration program to accelerate innovation in quantum network infrastructure in order to— (1) facilitate the advancement of distributed quantum computing systems through the internet and intranet; (2) improve the precision of measurements of scientific phenomena and physical imaging technologies; (3) develop secure national quantum communications technologies and strategies; (4) demonstrate quantum networking utilizing the Department of Energy’s Energy Sciences Network User Facility; and (5) advance the relevant domestic supply chains, manufacturing capabilities, and associated simulations or modeling capabilities. (b) Program In carrying out this section, the Secretary shall— (1) coordinate with— (A) the Director of the National Science Foundation; (B) the Director of the National Institute of Standards and Technology; (C) the Chair of the Subcommittee on Quantum Information Science of the National Science and Technology Council established under section 8813(a) of this title; and (D) the Chair of the Subcommittee on the Economic and Security Implications of Quantum Science; (2) conduct cooperative research with industry, National Laboratories, institutions of higher education, and other research institutions to facilitate new quantum infrastructure methods and technologies, including— (A) quantum-limited detectors, ultra-low loss optical channels, space-to-ground connections, and classical networking and cybersecurity protocols; (B) entanglement and hyper-entangled state sources and transmission, control, and measurement of quantum states; (C) quantum interconnects that allow short range local connections between quantum processors; (D) transducers for quantum sources and signals between optical wavelength regimes, including telecommunications regimes and quantum computer-relevant domains, including microwaves; (E) development of quantum memory buffers and small-scale quantum computers that are compatible with photon-based quantum bits in the optical or telecommunications wavelengths; (F) long-range entanglement distribution, including allowing entanglement-based protocols between small- and large 1 scale quantum processors, at the terrestrial and space-based level using quantum repeaters and optical or laser communications; (G) quantum routers, multiplexers, repeaters, and related technologies necessary to create secure long-distance quantum communication; and (H) integration of systems across the quantum technology stack into traditional computing networks, including the development of remote controlled, high-performance, and reliable implementations of key quantum network components by leveraging the expertise, infrastructure and supplemental investments at the National Laboratories in the Energy Sciences Network User Facility; (3) engage with the Quantum Economic Development Consortium and other organizations, as applicable, to transition component technologies to help facilitate as appropriate the development of a quantum supply chain for quantum network technologies; (4) advance basic research in advanced scientific computing, particle and nuclear physics, and material science to enhance the understanding, prediction, and manipulation of materials, processes, and physical phenomena relevant to quantum network infrastructure; (5) develop experimental tools and testbeds in collaboration with the Energy Sciences Network User Facility necessary to support cross-cutting fundamental research and development activities with diverse stakeholders from industry, National Laboratories, and institutions of higher education; and (6) consider quantum network infrastructure applications that span the Department of Energy’s missions in energy, environment, and national security. (c) Leveraging In carrying out this section, the Secretary shall leverage resources, infrastructure, and expertise acros...

(a) In general The Secretary of Energy (referred to in this section as the “Secretary”) shall establish and carry out a program, to be known as the “Quantum User Expansion for Science and Technology program” or “QUEST program”, to encourage and facilitate access to United States quantum computing hardware and quantum computing clouds for research purposes— (1) to enhance the United States quantum research enterprise; (2) to educate the future quantum computing workforce; (3) to accelerate the advancement of United States quantum computing capabilities; and (4) to advance the relevant domestic supply chains, manufacturing processes, and associated simulations or modeling capabilities. (b) Program In carrying out this section, the Secretary shall— (1) coordinate with— (A) the Director of the National Science Foundation; (B) the Director of the National Institute of Standards and Technology; (C) the Chair of the Subcommittee on Quantum Information Science of the National Science and Technology Council established under section 8813(a) of this title; and (D) the Chair of the Subcommittee on the Economic and Security Implications of Quantum Science; (2) provide researchers based within the United States with access to, and use of, United States quantum computing resources through a competitive, merit-reviewed process; (3) consider applications from the National Laboratories, multi-institutional collaborations, institutions of higher education, industry stakeholders, and any other entities that the Secretary determines are appropriate to provide national leadership on quantum computing related issues; (4) coordinate with private sector stakeholders, the user community, and interagency partners on program development and best management practices; and (5) to the extent practicable, balance user access to commercial prototypes available for use across a broad class of applications and Federal research prototypes that enable benchmarking a wider variety of early-stage devices. (c) Leveraging In carrying out this section, the Secretary shall leverage resources and expertise across the Department of Energy and from— (1) the National Institute of Standards and Technology; (2) the National Science Foundation; (3) the National Aeronautics and Space Administration; (4) other relevant Federal agencies; (5) the National Laboratories; (6) industry stakeholders; (7) institutions of higher education; and (8) the National Quantum Information Science Research Centers. (d) Security In carrying out the activities authorized by this section, the Secretary, in consultation with the Director of the National Science Foundation and the Director of the National Institute of Standards and Technology, shall ensure proper security controls are in place to protect sensitive information, as appropriate. (e) Funding Of the funds authorized to be appropriated for the Department of Energy’s Office of Science, there are authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary to carry out the activities under this section— (1) $30,000,000 for fiscal year 2023; (2) $31,500,000 for fiscal year 2024; (3) $33,075,000 for fiscal year 2025; (4) $34,728,750 for fiscal year 2026; and (5) $36,465,188 for fiscal year 2027.