The Quantum Grid Utility Assurance and Resilient Defense Act of 2026, also known as the Quantum-GUARD Act, aims to enhance the cybersecurity of the electric grid by addressing the potential risks posed by quantum computers. The main objective is to ensure that the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) takes into account these cybersecurity threats when reviewing standards related to the reliability of the bulk-power system. Key provisions of the Act include requirements for FERC to consider cybersecurity risks from quantum computers when evaluating reliability standards.