U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senators Steve Daines (R-MT) and Andy Kim (D-N.J.) announced their bipartisan resolution commemorating the 100th anniversary of the development of quantum mechanics passed the U.S. Senate.
The resolution recognizes America’s global leadership in quantum science and highlights the critical role that U.S. universities, laboratories, and private sector innovators play in advancing this cutting-edge field. It also celebrates the contributions of Montana’s growing optics and photonics industry, which supports quantum innovation and high-tech job growth across the state.
“One hundred years ago, quantum mechanics transformed our understanding of the world and today, American innovation is carrying that legacy forward. From computing to secure communications, the United States is leading the world in quantum technology and Montana is playing a big role. I’m proud to lead this bipartisan resolution to celebrate a century of scientific achievement” Daines said.
“Over the course of 100 years, quantum mechanics has transformed from evolving theories into the kind of advancements and innovation that changes lives. From the research at Princeton to the work at the Stevens Institute right here in New Jersey, we continue to see this science helping shape our future – creating jobs and economic growth now while promising to look after our health, nation’s security, and more for years to come,” said Kim.
Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), and Todd Young (R-Ind.) joined Daines and Kim in introducing the resolution.
Read the resolution HERE.
Daines has long championed investment in quantum research, and introduced the “National Quantum Initiative Act” in December- read the release HERE.
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