H.R. 9318 explained · 119th Congress · Pending in Congress
National Security Commission Quantum Computing Act of 2026
Cosponsors: 2 (2 D, 0 R) · per Congress.gov, 2026-10-14
Introduced: 2026-06-15
Latest action (2026-06-15): Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committees on Education and Workforce, Foreign Affairs, Science, Space, and Technology, and Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
What H.R. 9318 does, in plain terms
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The bill is constitutional as an exercise of Congress's powers under the Necessary and Proper Clause and the power to provide for the common defense.
The establishment of a national security commission on quantum computing falls within the enumerated powers of Congress to provide for the common defense and general welfare, and to make all laws necessary and proper for executing those powers. The commission is an advisory body that aids Congress and the executive in formulating policy on a matter of national security, which is a proper exercise of legislative authority under Article I, Section 8, Clause 18. As argued in Federalist No. 23, the powers related to national defense should be coextensive with the objects of that power, and Congres…
This bill proposes a commission to guide federal investment in quantum computing for national security. The Constitution grants Congress the power to provide for the common defence (Article I, Section 8, Clause 1) and to promote the progress of science and useful arts (Article I, Section 8, Clause 8). However, I see two hazards: first, any federal action that preempts the states in matters of education and workforce development may violate the Tenth Amendment, which reserves such powers to the states. Second, the broad delegation of authority to a commission, without clear limits, could infrin…
The establishment of a National Security Commission on Quantum Computing falls within the enumerated powers of Congress to provide for the common defense and to make all laws necessary and proper for executing those powers. Quantum computing is a matter of national security, and Congress may create advisory commissions to inform its decisions on defense and general welfare. The bill does not exceed the limited and enumerated powers of the federal government, as it merely establishes a commission to study and recommend, without assuming any executive or judicial authority. The referral to multi…
The establishment of a commission to advise on quantum computing for national security falls within the powers granted to Congress under Article I, Section 8, which includes the power to provide for the common defense and general welfare. The Necessary and Proper Clause (Article I, Section 8, Clause 18) authorizes Congress to create such a body as a means to execute its enumerated powers. In McCulloch v. Maryland (1819), this Court affirmed that Congress may choose any means not prohibited by the Constitution and consistent with its letter and spirit to carry out its powers. The commission is …
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Quantum Security Advisory Commission Act of 2025
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To establish a federal commission to study and advise on quantum computing developments relevant to national security, ensuring the United States maintains technological leadership and addresses potential threats.
Bipartisan rationale: Honors Democratic priorities: federal investment in emerging technology for national security, protection of encryption and critical infrastructure, and inclusion of academic and industry experts. Honors Republican priorities: limited government through a temporary commission with a clear sunset, no new permanent bureaucracy, strict funding cap from existing appropriations, and prohibition on regulatory overreach. Both parties benefit from a focused, accountable advisory body that avoids mission creep.
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