§ 8802. Purposes

The purpose of this chapter is to ensure the continued leadership of the United States in quantum information science and its technology applications by—

• (1) supporting research, development, demonstration, and application of quantum information science and technology—
  • (A) to expand the number of researchers, educators, and students with training in quantum information science and technology to develop a workforce pipeline;
  • (B) to promote the development and inclusion of multidisciplinary curriculum and research opportunities for quantum information science at the undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral level;
  • (C) to address basic research knowledge gaps, including computational research gaps;
  • (D) to promote the further development of facilities and centers available for quantum information science and technology research, testing and education; and
  • (E) to stimulate research on and promote more rapid development of quantum-based technologies;
• (2) improving the interagency planning and coordination of Federal research and development of quantum information science and technology;
• (3) maximizing the effectiveness of the Federal Government’s quantum information science and technology research, development, and demonstration programs;
• (4) promoting collaboration among the Federal Government, Federal laboratories, industry, and universities; and
• (5) promoting the development of international standards for quantum information science and technology security—
  • (A) to facilitate technology innovation and private sector commercialization; and
  • (B) to meet economic and national security goals.