WASHINGTON— This week, the United States House of Representatives passed the Building Chips in America Act. Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson voted in favor of this legislation. This bill will accelerate the environmental regulatory process and avoid unnecessary delays for domestic semiconductor chip manufacturing projects.

“Bringing semiconductor manufacturing back to the United States is crucial for both our national security and economic stability,” said Rep. Simpson. “While the Chinese Communist Party has invested billions to dominate the global semiconductor market, federal bureaucracy here at home has delayed domestic chip production and weakened our standing on the world stage. Semiconductors are the backbone of America's national security, economic growth, and global competitiveness. With Idaho leading the charge in this industry, I was proud to support this legislation that strengthens our position and counters China's chokehold over critical resources.”

The Senate companion of the Building Chips in America Act of 2023 (S. 2228), introduced by Senators Cruz (R-TX) and Kelly (D-AZ), passed the Senate on December 14th, 2023. This legislation will now head to the president’s desk to be signed into law.