Securing Semiconductor Supply Chains Act of 2025
Securing Semiconductor Supply Chains Act of 2025
Plain Language Summary
# Securing Semiconductor Supply Chains Act of 2025 - Summary **What the bill does:** This bill directs SelectUSA, a Department of Commerce program, to gather input from state economic development organizations about how the federal government can attract foreign companies to invest in U.S. semiconductor manufacturing. SelectUSA would then report back to Congress with recommendations on strategies to bring more semiconductor production to America and strengthen the country's supply chain for these critical computer chips. **Who it affects:** The bill primarily affects state governments, the Department of Commerce, and semiconductor manufacturers.
It could indirectly benefit American workers and consumers by potentially increasing domestic semiconductor production and reducing dependence on foreign sources for these essential components used in everything from computers to automobiles. **Current status:** The bill has passed the House of Representatives. It now moves to the Senate for consideration. The bill is focused on information-gathering and strategy development rather than directly funding or mandating specific actions, making it a relatively modest legislative step aimed at improving coordination between federal and state efforts to boost domestic semiconductor manufacturing.
CRS Official Summary
Securing Semiconductor Supply Chains Act of 2025This bill requires the SelectUSA program to solicit comments from state economic development organizations regarding federal efforts to increase foreign direct investment in semiconductor-related manufacturing and production. SelectUSA must then report to Congress on such comments and the strategies that SelectUSA may employ to increase such investment and to secure the U.S. semiconductor supply chain.SelectUSA is a Department of Commerce program established to coordinate federal efforts to attract and retain business investment in the United States.
Latest Action
Received in the Senate.