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This bipartisan legislation addresses a pivotal intersection where advancing quantum computing capabilities directly threaten current encryption standards protecting critical infrastructure like the electric grid. By mandating federal evaluation of these risks and facilitating the transition to post-quantum cryptography (PQC), the bill aims to secure bulk power systems against future decryption attacks before they become feasible. The initiative highlights an urgent operational need for utilities to integrate quantum-safe protocols into their IT and OT environments as NIST standards mature.

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Bipartisan Bill Targets Quantum Cybersecurity Risks to U.S. Electric Grid

The Quantum InsiderAugust 18, 20265 min read

Insider Brief Press release – U.S. Senators Chris Coons (D-Del.) and Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) introduced the Quantum Grid Utility Assurance and Resilient Defense Act of 2026 (Quantum-GUARD Act) to strengthen electric grid resilience by proactively addressing cybersecurity threats posed by quantum computing. Quantum computing technology is rapidly progressing, and powerful quantum computers may soon be […]

Senators Chris Coons and Mike Rounds have introduced the bipartisan Quantum-GUARD Act to address quantum-related cybersecurity risks to the U.S. electric grid. The bill would direct FERC to consider quantum cybersecurity risks, establish a DOE testing environment for PQC adoption, and study vulnerabilities across the bulk electric power system. The legislation focuses on helping utilities and government agencies assess quantum risks and transition critical IT and operational technology systems to post-quantum cryptography. Press release – U.S. Senators Chris Coons (D-Del.) and Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) introduced…

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