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This bill aims to advance quantum manufacturing and research coordination in the United States by establishing several key initiatives. The bill requires the National Quantum Initiative Program to appoint a liaison between the Department of Energy and the National Science Foundation to ensure coordination and avoid duplication of quantum research efforts. It directs the Secretary of Commerce, in consultation with the Secretary of Energy, to determine the manufacturing capabilities needed for quantum technologies and establish a Manufacturing USA Institute focused on creating an end-to-end quantum manufacturing ecosystem. This institute would support designing, fabricating, and testing quantum technologies, develop a skilled workforce, create a resilient quantum supply chain, and provide prototyping access. Additionally, the bill mandates two important studies: one by the National Academies to assess the progress of the National Quantum Initiative Program across areas like sensing, communications, computing, and workforce development, and another by a consortium to identify impediments to collaboration between research centers, industry, and academia, and develop recommendations for addressing these challenges. The bill covers a wide range of quantum technologies, including various qubit technologies (like those based on topological materials, photons, trapped ions, and superconducting devices) and quantum-enabling technologies such as single photon sources, lasers, and cryogenic technologies.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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