Ohio House Passes Bill to Establish Frontier Technology & Quantum Study Commission

State Representative Heidi Workman (R–Rootstown) today announced that the Ohio House unanimously passed House Bill 650 – legislation to establish the Frontier Technologies and Quantum Commission, a bipartisan effort aimed at preparing Ohio for the rapid advancement of emerging technologies with significant economic, ethical, and security implications.

The commission would study frontier technologies including artificial intelligence and agentic systems, biotechnology, quantum computing, cybersecurity, and robotics – areas that are transforming industries, reshaping the workforce, and influencing national security and public policy.

“We all feel this tectonic shift. Innovation races ahead, rewriting workplaces, economies, and security in months, not decades. Together, these forces represent one of the most significant technological transformations in modern history,” said Workman. “This is about preparedness, competitiveness, and responsible leadership in a moment that demands all three.”

The proposed commission would include members of the Ohio House and Senate. The commission will receive expert testimony, analyze emerging trends, and deliver recommendations to the General Assembly. 

Rep. Workman, who sponsored the bill, emphasized that H.B. 650 is fiscally responsible and designed to serve as a foundational step toward smart, future-oriented policymaking.

House Bill 650 now heads to the Ohio Senate for further consideration.