SIA Statement on Senate Commerce Committee Legislation that Funds CHIPS & Science Programs
May 2, 2024 | SIAEstimated reading time: Less than a minute
The Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) today released the following statement from Vice President of Government Affairs David Isaacs in support of provisions included in legislation pending before the Senate Commerce Committee that would fund critical CHIPS & Science Act programs.
“SIA supports provisions in legislation pending before the Senate Commerce Committee that include funding for the CHIPS incentives program and critical research programs authorized by the CHIPS & Science Act. These provisions would advance innovation and promote resiliency throughout the semiconductor supply chain. We commend the leadership of Chair Cantwell in proposing these important provisions to fund CHIPS & Science programs.”
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