Randy Feenstra (R-IA)
Quantum in Practice Act
A Republican bill with 4 Democratic cosponsors · See all 12 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "Quantum in Practice Act," aims to amend the National Quantum Initiative Act. It specifically seeks to include quantum modeling and simulation within the definition of quantum information science. The legislation adds quantum molecular modeling or simulation to the existing research program. These additions are intended to support advancements in molecular modeling and simulation.
Yes· 3 of 6
- Scored +5
Is this likely to grow the economy?
The bill expands research into quantum molecular modeling which could lead to breakthroughs across various industries.
- Scored +5
Does this put more money into scientific research?
The bill amends the National Quantum Initiative Act to include quantum molecular modeling and simulation in the research program.
- Scored +4
Does this put more money into wind, solar and other renewable power?
The bill supports research into new materials to increase energy storage capacity and improve battery technologies.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Advancements in Agriculture: The bill notes that modeling the nitrogen fixation process used by bacteria could lead to the development of synthetic fertilizers that do not require the high energy and material costs of current methods (Section 2).
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Medical Improvements: Researchers could use these tools to create more effective medications while reducing harmful interactions or side effects (Section 2).
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Energy Innovation: The bill suggests these advancements could lead to the development of new materials that increase energy storage capacity and create more powerful battery technologies (Section 2).
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Material Science Improvements: Findings indicate the bill could lead to the development of lighter, stronger metals (Section 2).
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Safety and Defense: The tools could be used to create materials for more durable protective gear for law enforcement and military personnel (Section 2).
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Superconductor Development: The legislation identifies the potential for developing new types of superconductors (Section 2).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are mentioned: The provided text does not list any specific sections or provisions that would result in negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this put more money into wind, solar and other renewable power? — The bill supports research into new materials to increase energy storage capacity and improve battery technologies. Does this invest in rural communities? — The development of more efficient synthetic fertilizers could benefit agricultural communities.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to grow the economy? — The bill expands research into quantum molecular modeling which could lead to breakthroughs across various industries.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more money into scientific research? — The bill amends the National Quantum Initiative Act to include quantum molecular modeling and simulation in the research program.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would farmers be better off under this? — The bill's focus on improving fertilizer efficiency through nitrogen fixation modeling would benefit the agricultural sector.
- Healthcare
- Does this lower the price of prescription medicines? — The bill aims to aid researchers in creating more effective medications with fewer side effects through molecular modeling.
- 3/9/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/5/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 3/2/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
- 9 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
Thomas KeanRepublican · New Jersey
Zoe LofgrenDemocrat · California
Michael LawlerRepublican · New York
Mariannette Miller-MeeksRepublican · Iowa
Sarah McBrideDemocrat · Delaware
John McGuireRepublican · Virginia
Joe NeguseDemocrat · Colorado
John RoseRepublican · Tennessee
Haley StevensDemocrat · Michigan
David ValadaoRepublican · California
Robert WittmanRepublican · Virginia
Rudy YakymRepublican · Indiana