The bill directs a federal science subcommittee to create a strategy for federal agencies to move to post-quantum cryptography, which is designed to resist attacks by quantum and classical computers. The strategy must assess each agency’s urgency, set migration measures, and plan how to monitor high-risk entities, including critical infrastructure providers. Within 180 days, a pilot program must require each sector risk management agency to upgrade at least one high-impact system by January 1, 2027. Federal officials must survey migration costs and resources, and submit reports to Congress. The Comptroller General must assess agency progress each year.
Federal agencies would assess and report on their systems and begin testing post-quantum protections. The bill also calls for advice on encouraging private-sector adoption, but does not require private companies or individuals to make changes.
The bill sets no funding amount. It requires officials to estimate migration costs, needed resources, and the time and equipment required.
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