The initiative’s director said teams are on track to meet forthcoming deadlines and a minimum viable product will be unveiled in 2026.

Officials from NIST, NSF and DOE noted workforce challenges during a hearing to inform the National Quantum Initiative reauthorization efforts in the House.

The bipartisan legislation from Sens. Maria Cantwell, D-Wash., and Todd Young, R-Ind., would refresh the federal program for the first time since its 2023 expiration.

An announced restructure of the Department of Energy also includes an office for technology roadmaps.

The White House released five federal priorities for fiscal year 2027. They come as administration actions face backlash from scientists and researchers.

The tech giant and government contractor shared a timeline for fortifying its systems against future quantum threats Wednesday. Early adoption is estimated for 2029.

The support also comes as House lawmakers introduced a bill that would amend the National Quantum Initiative Act to add a “sandbox” for the tech at NIST.

48% of federal government cyber officials surveyed by GDIT cited legacy systems as a challenge to implementing post-quantum cryptography standards.

Prioritizing systems, working toward “crypto agility,” and procuring compliant tools are among the actions officials highlight for post-quantum cryptography readiness.

An OSTP report offered three recommendations aimed at QIST development at the federal level, with a special focus on agencies.