HR 1748 United States House · 118th Congress

Quantum in Practice Act

HR 1748, the Quantum in Practice Act, amends the National Quantum Initiative Act to explicitly include "quantum molecular modeling or simulation" as a priority research area. This change directs federal funding and research efforts toward advancing quantum computing applications for molecular-level simulations. The bill directly affects scientists and researchers working under the National Quantum Initiative Act by expanding their program focus to include modeling chemical processes, materials, and reactions. Key provisions add this specific research category to existing funding priorities, aiming to accelerate breakthroughs in fields like sustainable fertilizers, drug development, and advanced materials. The policy change is purely procedural, redirecting existing program resources without creating new funding.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2023
Committee Review
Floor Vote
President
Introduced Mar 23, 2023 Last action Mar 23, 2023