Quantum Readiness and Innovation Act of 2025

This bill would require the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to issue guidance within 180 days on upgrading computer systems to post-quantum cryptography, which is encryption designed to resist attacks by quantum computers. The guidance would include versions tailored to critical infrastructure sectors and criteria for buying commercial solutions, and NIST would share it with private companies. Within 360 days, the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy would develop a National Quantum Cybersecurity Upgrade Strategy and set up a voluntary pilot program to help federal agencies and their partners upgrade their systems. Participating entities would have to upgrade at least one high-impact system within 18 months, and reports would go to Congress.

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Sponsors

• Gary C. Peters Democrat sponsor
• 1 cosponsors