National Quantum Information Science Research Centers

Section 402 of the National Quantum Initiative Act (15 U.S.C. 8852) is amended— (1) in subsection (a)— (A) in paragraph (1)— (i) by striking basic; and (ii) by striking science and technology and to support research conducted under section 401 and inserting science, engineering, and technology, expand capacity for the domestic quantum workforce, and support research conducted under sections 401, 403, and 404; and (B) in paragraph (2)(C), by inserting that may include 1 or more commercial entities after collaborations; (2) in subsection (b), by inserting and should be inclusive of the variety of viable quantum technologies, as appropriate before the period at the end; (3) in subsection (c)— (A) by striking basic; and (B) by inserting, engineering, and technology, accelerating quantum workforce development, after science; (4) in subsection (e), by striking paragraph (2) and inserting the following: (2) Renewal Each Center established under this section may be renewed for an additional period of 5 years following a successful, merit-based review and approval by the Director.; and (5) in subsection (f), in the first sentence— (A) by striking $25,000,000 and inserting $35,000,000; and (B) by striking 2019 through 2023 and inserting 2026 through 2030.