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Langworthy Introduces American Quantum Competitiveness Act

9/1/2026

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U.S. Representative Nick Langworthy introduced the American Quantum Competitiveness Act.
The bill makes the Department of Commerce the lead agency for commercial quantum technology.
It orders Commerce to craft a national quantum competitiveness strategy with industry and allies.
The act seeks to expand U.S. manufacturing investment and secure supply chains for quantum parts.
Supporters claim it will generate jobs for manufacturers and workers on New York’s I-90 corridor.

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U.S. Representative Nick Langworthy introduced the American Quantum Competitiveness Act.
The bill makes the Department of Commerce the lead agency for commercial quantum technology.
It orders Commerce to craft a national quantum competitiveness strategy with industry and allies.
The act seeks to expand U.S. manufacturing investment and secure supply chains for quantum parts.
Supporters claim it will generate jobs for manufacturers and workers on New York’s I-90 corridor.