10/31/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/31/2025 16:25
U.S. SENATE - U.S. Senator Steve Daines today met with Montana State University President Brock Tessman and toured MSU's new state of the art quantum research facility.
"It's a blast to be back at my alma mater, MSU, on Halloween, and see all the great additions made to the university. Quantum research is at the forefront of today's technological advancements and supports hundreds of Montana jobs. This quantum research facility at MSU will help our students learn critical skills for the workforce and helps contribute to America's position as a global leader in technology, and I was glad to visit," said Daines.
Background:
Daines is a leader in supporting quantum research, both in Montana and across the nation. In February 2025 he introduced the DOE Quantum Leadership Act to authorize more than $2.5 billion for quantum research at the U.S. Department of Energy- read more HERE. In June 2025 he introduced and the Senate unanimously passed his resolution celebrating 100 years of American quantum innovation-read more HERE.
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Contact: Matt Lloyd, Gabby Wiggins