Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and Government Innovation Chairwoman Nancy Mace announced an upcoming hearing titled “Preparing for the Quantum Age: When Cryptography Breaks.” This session will address the state of quantum computing, its competitive landscape globally, and its impact on cybersecurity.
Mace emphasized the importance of advancing quantum computing in the U.S. to remain competitive internationally and secure data. "The United States must continue to advance quantum computing if we’re going to stay competitive globally and secure Americans’ data," she stated. She highlighted previous efforts like the Quantum Computing Cybersecurity Preparedness Act of 2022 but stressed that further actions are necessary to protect against advanced cyber threats.
Scheduled for Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at 2:00 PM ET in Room 2247 of the Rayburn House Office Building, the hearing will feature several witnesses. These include Dr. Scott Crowder from IBM Quantum Adoption, Marisol Cruz Cain from the Government Accountability Office, and Denis Mandich from Qrypt.
Chairwoman Mace expressed anticipation for insights from experts on enhancing American innovation in quantum technology to maintain U.S. leadership worldwide. The hearing will be available via a livestream.
