Army Quantum Readiness Act
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (20 Aug 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
What this bill does
H.R. 10130, the Army Quantum Readiness Act, would direct the Secretary of the Army to establish an Army Quantum Readiness and Advanced Computing Initiative. The initiative would prepare the Army to integrate quantum computing, quantum sensing, quantum networking, and related advanced computing technologies into future operations, intelligence, logistics, and command-and-control functions. It would require the Army to identify potential applications, assess infrastructure needs (such as power, cooling, networking, cybersecurity, and secure facilities), evaluate acquisition approaches, seek partnerships with laboratories, universities, and industry, and develop a workforce strategy. The Secretary could also set up pilot and demonstration projects testing quantum-related computing architectures, artificial intelligence applications, post-quantum cybersecurity, and secure networking.
The bill primarily affects the Department of the Army and its research, acquisition, and personnel functions, along with potential partner institutions such as universities, federal research centers, and private companies. It does not directly affect the general public.
Within 270 days of enactment, the Secretary of the Army would have to report to the congressional defense committees on quantum readiness requirements, infrastructure investments, workforce needs, recommended pilot programs, and any additional legislative or acquisition authority needed.
The bill was introduced on August 20, 2026, by Rep. Tim Moore and referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. It has not yet been voted on, and further committee action would be required before it could advance.
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Timeline
20 Aug 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 10130 do?
- H.R. 10130, the Army Quantum Readiness Act, would direct the Secretary of the Army to establish an Army Quantum Readiness and Advanced Computing Initiative. The initiative would prepare the Army to integrate quantum computing, quantum sensing, quantum networking, and related advanced computing technologies into future operations, intelligence, logistics, and command-and-control functions. It would require the Army to identify potential applications, assess infrastructure needs (such as power, cooling, networking, cybersecurity, and secure facilities), evaluate acquisition approaches, seek partnerships with laboratories, universities, and industry, and develop a workforce strategy. The Secretary could also set up pilot and demonstration projects testing quantum-related computing architectures, artificial intelligence applications, post-quantum cybersecurity, and secure networking. The bill primarily affects the Department of the Army and its research, acquisition, and personnel functions, along with potential partner institutions such as universities, federal research centers, and private companies. It does not directly affect the general public. Within 270 days of enactment, the Secretary of the Army would have to report to the congressional defense committees on quantum readiness requirements, infrastructure investments, workforce needs, recommended pilot programs, and any additional legislative or acquisition authority needed. The bill was introduced on August 20, 2026, by Rep. Tim Moore and referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. It has not yet been voted on, and further committee action would be required before it could advance.
- Has H.R. 10130 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 10130. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 10130?
- H.R. 10130 was sponsored by Rep. Moore, Tim [R-NC-14] (R-NC), with 1 cosponsor.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 10130?
- Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. (20 Aug 2026).
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