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Senate committee hears plan to create Texas Quantum Initiative to boost research and cybersecurity
Summary
Senators heard testimony supporting House Bill 47 51, which would establish a Texas Quantum Initiative to co‑ordinate university, industry and state efforts on quantum computing, networking and workforce development. Supporters argued the state risks falling behind internationally; some members questioned whether a state initiative is necessary.
The Committee on Business & Commerce took testimony on House Bill 47 51, which would establish a Texas Quantum Initiative within the governor’s office to coordinate state, university and private-sector efforts in quantum computing, networking and workforce development.
"Quantum technology is no longer a far off concept. It's an imminent reality," sponsor Rep. Sarah Parker told the committee as she described a plan to support research, grants and a new strategic fund for university–business innovation. The initiative would be…
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