Washington · 2025–26 Regular Sessions · Bill
HB 2446: Quantum technology industry
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 2446 is a bill introduced in the Washington House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Developing the quantum technology industry into the state's economic development and workforce. Primary sponsor: Stephanie Barnard (R). It lists 4 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 30, 2026): Referred to Appropriations.
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Official title
AN ACT Relating to developing the quantum technology industry into the state's economic development and workforce;
Nonpartisan staff bill reports (analyses) are available on the official bill page.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 4 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephanie Barnard | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 8 |
| Brandy Donaghy | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 44 |
| Cindy Ryu | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 32 |
| Osman Salahuddin | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 48 |
| Clyde Shavers | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 10 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Referred to Appropriations.
- TEDV - Majority; 1st substitute bill be substituted, do pass.
- Minority; without recommendation.
- TEDV - Executive action taken by committee.
- First reading, referred to Technology, Economic Development, & Veterans.