House Science Committee
National Quantum Initiative Act passes the House
The goal is to develop a cohesive national strategy for research into quantum information science (QIS).
Are flying cars ready for take-off? No, but Rep. Lamar Smith is
Rep. Smith, R-Texas, is super into flying cars.
House Science chairman debuts plan for National Quantum Initiative
The National Quantum Initiative Act is intended to advance the nation’s development of the emerging technology, which could bring big advancements in computing power.
DHS piloting blockchain standards for supply chain security
Officials said blockchain holds promise for supply chain security, but needs interoperability standards to be effectively utilized.
Stefanik bill calls for commission to study AI’s national security benefits
The New York congresswoman wants to create an independent commission to study artificial intelligence’s impact in the U.S. and how to apply it to the federal government.
NSF and congressional leaders fret declining R&D budget with China on the rise
Congressional leaders lamented that while the NSF’s budget remains at 2017 levels, the Chinese are committing more R&D resources to emerging technologies.