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posted by Fnord666 on Wednesday December 26 2018, @02:24PM   Printer-friendly
from the both-signed-and-did-not-sign dept.

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Trump signs legislation to boost quantum computing research with $1.2 billion

President Donald Trump on Friday signed legislation ramping up quantum computing research and development.

The National Quantum Initiative Act (H.R. 6227) authorizes $1.2 billion over five years for federal activities aimed at boosting investment in quantum information science, or QIS, and supporting a quantum-smart workforce.

The law also establishes a National Quantum Coordination Office, calls for the development of a five-year strategic plan and establishes an advisory committee to advise the White House on issues relating to quantum computing.

"This next great technological revolution has far-reaching implications for job creation, economic growth and national security," Michael Kratsios, deputy assistant to the president for technology policy, said in a White House statement. "We look forward to building upon efforts to support the quantum-smart workforce of the future and engage with government, academic and private-sector leaders to advance QIS."

Today's White House signing came after the bill was approved by unanimous consent in the Senate and by a vote of 348-11 vote in the House.


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  • (Score: 0) by Anonymous Coward on Wednesday December 26 2018, @11:56PM

    by Anonymous Coward on Wednesday December 26 2018, @11:56PM (#778795)

    It's so small that it actually follows the rules of quantum physics.