Federal Register #14413

Executive Order on Advancing Quantum Information Science and Technology

This executive order from the Executive Office of the President sets a national agenda for advancing quantum information science and technology (QIST) in the United States. - Government Buyer: - Executive Office of the President - Multiple federal agencies tasked: Department of Energy, Department of Commerce, Department of War, National Science Foundation (NSF), National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), National Security Agency (NSA), and others - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the order - No products, part numbers, or purchase quantities are specified - Key directives: - Update the National Quantum Strategy - Develop quantum computing, sensing, and networking capabilities - Strengthen domestic quantum supply chains - Protect sensitive quantum technologies and intellectual property - Expand the quantum workforce and support commercialization - Foster collaboration across government, industry, academia, and international partners - Notable requirements: - Emphasis on maintaining U.S. leadership in quantum innovation - Focus on national security, economic competitiveness, and international engagement - No immediate procurement or acquisition actions specified

Description

This executive order, signed by the President and published in the Federal Register, outlines a comprehensive national strategy to advance quantum information science and technology (QIST) in the United States. It directs multiple federal agencies to update the National Quantum Strategy, develop quantum computing capabilities, deploy quantum sensors and networks, strengthen domestic quantum supply chains, protect quantum technologies, expand the quantum workforce, and engage with international partners. The order emphasizes maintaining U.S. leadership in quantum innovation, supporting commercialization, ensuring national security, and fostering collaboration across government, industry, and academia.

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