H.R. 10163 — American Quantum Competitiveness Act

This section defines terms used in the Act, including “quantum technology” as the application of quantum information science in interstate or foreign commerce, “trusted foreign partner” as the European Union or a NATO, EU, or OECD member that is not a covered nation, and “trusted supplier” as an entity domiciled, headquartered, and organized under the laws of the United States or a trusted foreign partner.

This section directs the Secretary to serve as the principal advisor to the President on policy for the commercial manufacturing, deployment, use, and scaling of quantum technology; the supply of critical components; and the establishment and resiliency of trusted quantum supply chains. It also requires the Secretary to support United States commercial leadership in these areas by promoting private investment and entering into agreements with trusted suppliers, foreign partners, agencies, states, or other appropriate entities, while consulting with relevant stakeholders.

This section directs the Secretary of Commerce to promote the establishment, maintenance, and resiliency of a trusted quantum supply chain, identify and address investment barriers, assess availability of critical components, and manage risks from components supplied by covered nations in coordination with trusted partners and agencies. It requires the Secretary to publish a national strategy report on U.S. quantum technology competitiveness and supply chain resiliency within 2 years and every 3 years thereafter, after consulting stakeholders, while protecting confidential business information.