Letter 1

Background 4

The Quantum Computing Component of the National Quantum Strategy Does Not Address All Desirable Characteristics 12

Agencies Support Quantum Information Science Workforce Development; Assessment in Progress 21

Conclusions 25

Recommendation for Executive Action 25

Agency Comments 25

Appendix I Objectives, Scope, and Methodology 27

Appendix II Related GAO work 30

Appendix III GAO Contacts and Staff Acknowledgements 31