The bill, titled S. 4823, aims to update the Export-Import Bank Act of 1945 by expanding the scope of the Program on China and Transformational Exports to include quantum information science and technology. This suggests a focus on supporting U.S. exports in the emerging field of quantum technology, particularly in relation to competition with China.
Supporters of the bill argue that including quantum information science and technology in the Export-Import Bank's mandate will enhance U.S. competitiveness in a critical technological area. They believe this move could foster innovation and secure American leadership in quantum technologies, which are seen as vital for national security and economic growth.
Critics of the bill express concerns that it may further escalate tensions with China and lead to a tech arms race. Some worry that prioritizing quantum technology exports could divert resources from other important sectors and that the bill does not adequately address the ethical implications of quantum technologies.
The analysis of bill S. 4823, which aims to amend the Export-Import Bank Act to include quantum information science and technology, reveals no direct industry overlaps between the sponsor Andy Kim's top donor industries and the bill's subject matter. The lobbying activity in this policy area includes various organizations, but none appear to have a direct financial interest in quantum information science and technology. The largest lobbying expenditure comes from the Port of New Orleans at $130,000, which does not relate to the bill's focus on quantum technology. Therefore, the potential for conflicts of interest is minimal, as the financial contributions from sponsors do not align with the bill's objectives.
Organizations that lobbied on issues related to this bill's policy area.
| Client | Lobbying Firm | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| CRYPTO COUNCIL FOR INNOVATION | CRYPTO COUNCIL FOR INNOVATION | $310,000 |
| PORT OF NEW ORLEANS (PORT NOLA) | SQUIRE PATTON BOGGS | $130,000 |
| RPM INTERNATIONAL INC | THE CJR GROUP, INC. | $40,000 |
| LA MAESTRA FOUNDATION ON BEHALF OF LA MAESTRA FAMILY CLINIC, INC. | SQUIRE PATTON BOGGS | $20,000 |
| JEFFERSON PARISH CORONER'S OFFICE | ADAMS AND REESE, LLP | $20,000 |
| GREENVILLE WATER SYSTEM | ADAMS AND REESE, LLP | $20,000 |
| NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR OILHEAT RESEARCH AND EDUCATION | SQUIRE PATTON BOGGS | $10,000 |
| CLEVELAND STATE UNIVERSITY | THE CJR GROUP, INC. | $10,000 |
| BELLEFAIRE JCB | THE CJR GROUP, INC. | $10,000 |
| TERADAR | BELTWAY GUIDED STRATEGIES | $7,500 |
| NATIONAL PARENTS UNION ACTION FUND INC. | NATIONAL PARENTS UNION ACTION FUND INC. | undisclosed |
| METABANK | SQUIRE PATTON BOGGS | undisclosed |
| MEAB SAL | SQUIRE PATTON BOGGS | undisclosed |
| M1 GROUP | SQUIRE PATTON BOGGS | undisclosed |
| US-INDIA STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP FORUM, INC. | US-INDIA STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP FORUM, INC. | undisclosed |
Source: Senate Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) filings, 2026
Top industries funding Andy Kim, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
