Regular Session
Government Affairs & Regulatory Compliance Analysis
HB4751 establishes the Texas Quantum Initiative, a state-backed economic development program designed to fund quantum computing, networking, and sensing technologies through grants. This legislation imposes no new regulatory burdens or penalties on general business operations; rather, it creates a strategic revenue opportunity for the technology and manufacturing sectors, contingent upon specific legislative appropriation.
Rep. Giovanni Capriglione·House Bill·Regular Session
Office of the Governor (Economic Development and Tourism) • Texas Quantum Initiative Advisory Committee
This legislation has regulatory implications for the following Texas businesses and organizations:
Standard regulatory changes (effective 2025-09-01). Review during normal business planning.
Affected business types:
lowMinimal cost impact anticipated.
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Key implementation requirements and action items for compliance with this legislation
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The following areas are legally vague and will be defined by the Advisory Committee. Monitor these closely:
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This bill's path through the Texas Legislature
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Common questions about HB4751
HB4751 establishes the Texas Quantum Initiative, a state-backed economic development program designed to fund quantum computing, networking, and sensing technologies through grants. This legislation imposes no new regulatory burdens or penalties on general business operations; rather, it creates a strategic revenue opportunity for the technology and manufacturing sectors, contingent upon specific legislative appropriation.
HB4751 was authored by Texas Representative Giovanni Capriglione during the Regular Session.
HB4751 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on June 20, 2025.
HB4751 is enforced by Office of the Governor (Economic Development and Tourism) and Texas Quantum Initiative Advisory Committee.
The regulatory priority for HB4751 is rated as "low". Businesses and organizations should review the legislation to understand potential impacts.
The cost impact of HB4751 is estimated as "low". This may vary based on industry and implementation requirements.
HB4751 addresses topics including economic & industrial development, economic & industrial development--general, education, education--higher and education--higher--institutions & programs.
Key dates for HB4751: Effective date is 2025-09-01. Rulemaking: Deadline for Governor to make initial appointments to the Texas Quantum Initiative Advisory Committee. (2026-01-01); Submission of comprehensive strategic plan for the quantum economy to state leadership. (December 31 (Annually)). Consult with legal counsel regarding applicability.
HB4751 primarily affects technology companies and data processors. These businesses should review the legislation with their legal and compliance teams to understand potential impacts.
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