Proposed 'Securing Semiconductor Supply Chains Act'

The Frame

What this does

If enacted, this amendment would require the program to solicit state-level input and submit a formal report to Congress on strategies to increase domestic semiconductor manufacturing without receiving any new federal funding.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

State-level economic development organizations

These organizations are required to provide comments and recommendations to the Executive Director of SelectUSA regarding semiconductor investment.

SelectUSA

The program is tasked with soliciting state input, coordinating with federal agencies, and submitting a formal report to Congress.

What changed

Last recorded activity June 24, 2026.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

This proposed amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act aims to strengthen the U.S. semiconductor supply chain by leveraging the Department of Commerce's '' program. It requires the government to coordinate with state-level economic development organizations to attract foreign investment in semiconductor manufacturing while preventing foreign adversaries from benefiting from these efforts.

Key Facts

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Why It Matters

If enacted, this amendment would require the program to solicit state-level input and submit a formal report to Congress on strategies to increase domestic semiconductor manufacturing without receiving any new federal funding.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this amendment cost taxpayers more money?

No. The amendment explicitly states that no additional funds are authorized and that the program must use existing resources.

What is the goal of this legislation?

The goal is to secure the U.S. semiconductor supply chain by attracting into domestic manufacturing and production.

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Zero-Cost Mandate

The amendment mandates new reporting and coordination duties for the SelectUSA program while explicitly prohibiting any new funding, forcing the agency to reprioritize existing resources.

SelectUSA

Connected Entities

organizationCommittee on Energy and Commerce of the House of Representatives“Recipient of the required report.”Map →

organizationCommittee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate“Recipient of the required report.”Map →

personMrs. Blackburn“U.S. Senator who co-sponsored the amendment.”Map →

organizationSelectUSA“Department of Commerce program tasked with coordinating investment strategies.”Map →

personMr. Peters“U.S. Senator who submitted the amendment.”Map →

organizationDepartment of Commerce“Federal department overseeing the SelectUSA program.”Map →

Sources

Open source document

www.govinfo.gov

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