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    AB-940
    Budget & Economy

    Quantum Innovation Zones.

    Engrossed
    CA
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    2025-2026 Regular Session
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    Key Takeaways

    • Establishes Quantum Innovation Zones to accelerate California's quantum computing development.
    • Creates a diverse board of directors with representatives from government, industry, and academia.
    • Requires annual progress reports tracking job creation and workforce training in quantum computing.
    • Mandates partnerships between cities, universities, and businesses to secure funding and resources.

    Summary

    Assembly Member Wicks' proposal to establish Quantum Innovation Zones across California aims to position the state at the forefront of quantum computing development through regional collaboration between cities and counties. The zones would create dedicated areas where local governments, academic institutions, private employers, and workforce organizations coordinate efforts to advance quantum computing technology and economic growth.

    The legislation establishes a comprehensive governance structure through boards of directors comprising representatives from seven key stakeholder groups, including local government officials, quantum computing employers, academic experts, labor organizations, and workforce development entities. These boards would identify strategic projects, facilitate partnerships with federal agencies and research institutions, and review state policies affecting quantum computing development. Board members serve two-year terms without compensation and must follow strict conflict of interest protocols.

    Each Quantum Innovation Zone must maintain a public website and establish a steering committee to track and report annual metrics on job creation, wage levels, grant funding, and workforce training activities within the zone. The zones aim to leverage California's existing technological and academic resources while coordinating access to tax incentives, grants, and private investment - though the legislation does not include direct state funding appropriations. Cities and counties can opt into forming these zones through local legislative resolutions, creating a voluntary framework for regional collaboration in quantum computing advancement.

    Key Dates

    Next Step
    Referred to the Senate Standing Committee on Local Government
    Next Step
    Senate Committee
    Referred to the Senate Standing Committee on Local Government
    Hearing has not been scheduled yet
    Senate Business, Professions and Economic Development Hearing
    Senate Committee
    Senate Business, Professions and Economic Development Hearing
    Do pass, but first be re-referred to the Committee on [Local Government]
    Vote on Assembly Floor
    Assembly Floor
    Vote on Assembly Floor
    AB 940 Wicks Assembly Third Reading
    Assembly Appropriations Hearing
    Assembly Committee
    Assembly Appropriations Hearing
    Do pass
    Assembly Economic Development, Growth, And Household Impact Hearing
    Assembly Committee
    Assembly Economic Development, Growth, And Household Impact Hearing
    Do pass and be re-referred to the Committee on [Appropriations]
    Introduced
    Assembly Floor
    Introduced
    Read first time. To print.

    Contacts

    Profile
    Steven ChoiR
    Senator
    Committee Member
    Not Contacted
    Not Contacted
    Profile
    Scott WienerD
    Senator
    Committee Member
    Not Contacted
    Not Contacted
    Profile
    Tim GraysonD
    Senator
    Bill Author
    Not Contacted
    Not Contacted
    Profile
    Buffy WicksD
    Assemblymember
    Bill Author
    Not Contacted
    Not Contacted
    Profile
    Maria DurazoD
    Senator
    Committee Member
    Not Contacted
    Not Contacted
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    Steven ChoiR
    Senator
    Committee Member
    Profile
    Scott WienerD
    Senator
    Committee Member
    Profile
    Tim GraysonD
    Senator
    Bill Author
    Profile
    Buffy WicksD
    Assemblymember
    Bill Author
    Profile
    Maria DurazoD
    Senator
    Committee Member
    Profile
    Kelly SeyartoR
    Senator
    Committee Member
    Profile
    John LairdD
    Senator
    Committee Member
    Profile
    Josh HooverR
    Assemblymember
    Bill Author
    Profile
    Jesse ArreguinD
    Senator
    Committee Member
    Profile
    Christopher CabaldonD
    Senator
    Committee Member
    Profile
    Stan EllisR
    Assemblymember
    Bill Author

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    Introduced By

    Buffy Wicks
    Buffy WicksD
    California State Assembly Member
    Stan Ellis
    Stan EllisR
    California State Assembly Member
    Josh Hoover
    Josh HooverR
    California State Assembly Member
    Co-Authors
    Jesse Arreguin
    Jesse ArreguinD
    California State Senator
    Tim Grayson
    Tim GraysonD
    California State Senator
    40% progression
    Bill has passed all readings in its first house and is ready to move to the other house (5/27/2025)

    Latest Voting History

    View History
    June 23, 2025
    PASS
    Senate Committee
    Senate Business, Professions and Economic Development Hearing
    AyesNoesNVRTotalResult
    100111PASS

    Key Takeaways

    • Establishes Quantum Innovation Zones to accelerate California's quantum computing development.
    • Creates a diverse board of directors with representatives from government, industry, and academia.
    • Requires annual progress reports tracking job creation and workforce training in quantum computing.
    • Mandates partnerships between cities, universities, and businesses to secure funding and resources.

    Get Involved

    Act Now!

    Email the authors or create an email template to send to all relevant legislators.

    Introduced By

    Buffy Wicks
    Buffy WicksD
    California State Assembly Member
    Stan Ellis
    Stan EllisR
    California State Assembly Member
    Josh Hoover
    Josh HooverR
    California State Assembly Member
    Co-Authors
    Jesse Arreguin
    Jesse ArreguinD
    California State Senator
    Tim Grayson
    Tim GraysonD
    California State Senator

    Summary

    Assembly Member Wicks' proposal to establish Quantum Innovation Zones across California aims to position the state at the forefront of quantum computing development through regional collaboration between cities and counties. The zones would create dedicated areas where local governments, academic institutions, private employers, and workforce organizations coordinate efforts to advance quantum computing technology and economic growth.

    The legislation establishes a comprehensive governance structure through boards of directors comprising representatives from seven key stakeholder groups, including local government officials, quantum computing employers, academic experts, labor organizations, and workforce development entities. These boards would identify strategic projects, facilitate partnerships with federal agencies and research institutions, and review state policies affecting quantum computing development. Board members serve two-year terms without compensation and must follow strict conflict of interest protocols.

    Each Quantum Innovation Zone must maintain a public website and establish a steering committee to track and report annual metrics on job creation, wage levels, grant funding, and workforce training activities within the zone. The zones aim to leverage California's existing technological and academic resources while coordinating access to tax incentives, grants, and private investment - though the legislation does not include direct state funding appropriations. Cities and counties can opt into forming these zones through local legislative resolutions, creating a voluntary framework for regional collaboration in quantum computing advancement.

    40% progression
    Bill has passed all readings in its first house and is ready to move to the other house (5/27/2025)

    Key Dates

    Next Step
    Referred to the Senate Standing Committee on Local Government
    Next Step
    Senate Committee
    Referred to the Senate Standing Committee on Local Government
    Hearing has not been scheduled yet
    Senate Business, Professions and Economic Development Hearing
    Senate Committee
    Senate Business, Professions and Economic Development Hearing
    Do pass, but first be re-referred to the Committee on [Local Government]
    Vote on Assembly Floor
    Assembly Floor
    Vote on Assembly Floor
    AB 940 Wicks Assembly Third Reading
    Assembly Appropriations Hearing
    Assembly Committee
    Assembly Appropriations Hearing
    Do pass
    Assembly Economic Development, Growth, And Household Impact Hearing
    Assembly Committee
    Assembly Economic Development, Growth, And Household Impact Hearing
    Do pass and be re-referred to the Committee on [Appropriations]
    Introduced
    Assembly Floor
    Introduced
    Read first time. To print.

    Latest Voting History

    View History
    June 23, 2025
    PASS
    Senate Committee
    Senate Business, Professions and Economic Development Hearing
    AyesNoesNVRTotalResult
    100111PASS

    Contacts

    Profile
    Steven ChoiR
    Senator
    Committee Member
    Not Contacted
    Not Contacted
    Profile
    Scott WienerD
    Senator
    Committee Member
    Not Contacted
    Not Contacted
    Profile
    Tim GraysonD
    Senator
    Bill Author
    Not Contacted
    Not Contacted
    Profile
    Buffy WicksD
    Assemblymember
    Bill Author
    Not Contacted
    Not Contacted
    Profile
    Maria DurazoD
    Senator
    Committee Member
    Not Contacted
    Not Contacted
    0 of 11 row(s) selected.
    Page 1 of 3
    Select All Legislators
    Profile
    Steven ChoiR
    Senator
    Committee Member
    Profile
    Scott WienerD
    Senator
    Committee Member
    Profile
    Tim GraysonD
    Senator
    Bill Author
    Profile
    Buffy WicksD
    Assemblymember
    Bill Author
    Profile
    Maria DurazoD
    Senator
    Committee Member
    Profile
    Kelly SeyartoR
    Senator
    Committee Member
    Profile
    John LairdD
    Senator
    Committee Member
    Profile
    Josh HooverR
    Assemblymember
    Bill Author
    Profile
    Jesse ArreguinD
    Senator
    Committee Member
    Profile
    Christopher CabaldonD
    Senator
    Committee Member
    Profile
    Stan EllisR
    Assemblymember
    Bill Author