Greater Rochester Chamber president Bob Duffy supports new American Quantum Competitiveness Act and its focus on emerging technology

Rochester, New York – Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Bob Duffy is voicing support for new federal legislation aimed at strengthening the United States’ position in the rapidly developing field of quantum technology.

Duffy’s comments came after Congressman Nick Langworthy introduced the American Quantum Competitiveness Act, a bill designed to create a more coordinated national approach to the development and commercial use of quantum technologies.

Quantum technology is expected to have a major effect on several areas, including computing, communications and sensing. As the technology continues to develop, its potential reaches beyond the research community, with possible consequences for American businesses, economic growth and national security.

In his response to the legislation, Duffy highlighted the importance of bringing together government, researchers and private industry as the United States works to compete in an emerging technology sector.

“Quantum technologies are critical to the next generation of computing, communications, and sensing. Creating a unified strategy and concerted focus on emerging technologies is a proven track record for success, creating new jobs and opportunities across our economy. That is exactly what this bill does for quantum technologies. On behalf of our business community, Greater Rochester Chamber appreciates Representative Langworthy’s leadership in building a deeper and more strategic connection between industry, research, and government.”

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The proposed legislation would place the Department of Commerce in the role of federal lead for commercial quantum technology. It would also establish a national strategy centered on several key areas, including manufacturing, investment and commercialization.

Another major focus of the bill would be the development of trusted domestic supply chains. Supporters say building those capabilities in the United States could be important as the country seeks to maintain its economic and technological competitiveness while reducing vulnerabilities in critical areas.

For the Rochester business community, the legislation also reflects the importance of connections between companies, research institutions and government agencies. Duffy’s statement emphasized that cooperation among those groups can help turn emerging technologies into new economic opportunities.

Quantum technology is still an evolving field, but its possible applications are drawing increasing attention. Advances in quantum computing, communications and sensing could influence industries and government operations in the years ahead.

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The American Quantum Competitiveness Act seeks to give those efforts a more unified direction at the federal level. Rather than relying on separate initiatives, the proposed strategy would focus on coordinating efforts involving research, manufacturing, investment and commercialization.

Duffy’s support adds a voice from the Greater Rochester business community to the discussion surrounding the legislation. His comments also underscore the potential for emerging technologies to contribute to job creation and economic development when research and commercial interests work together.

Additional information about the American Quantum Competitiveness Act, including details about the legislation and its reported support, is available through Congressman Langworthy’s office and the full press release announcing the bill.