House vote: H.R. 7535 // December 13, 2022Needed two-thirds to concur
Quantum Computing Cybersecurity Preparedness Act
Sponsor: Ro Khanna (D-CA)
This act addresses the migration of executive agencies' information technology systems to post-quantum cryptography. Post-quantum cryptography is encryption strong enough to resist attacks from quantum computers developed in the future. The act does not apply to national security systems.
Government Operations and Politics Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.
Who won, and how much of the country was behind them
The dotted gap is 4.5% of U.S. adults whose member did not vote, voted “present,” or whose seat was vacant.
| Side | Outcome | Votes | Share of U.S. adults |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yea | Won | 412 | 94.8% |
| Nay | Lost | 3 | 0.7% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 4.5% |