Sens. Kelly and Budd Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Create $7 Million Grants for Chip Manufacturing Training
The CHIPS Training in America Act of 2026 is currently in the early stages of the legislative process. It was recently introduced in the Senate and sent to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation for review. No further actions are scheduled at this time.
The bill has support from both parties and builds on a popular existing law, but it still needs to pass through committees and both chambers of Congress.
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Small semiconductor-related businesses could benefit from a larger pool of trained workers in their regions, especially since the grant program prioritizes areas with growing microelectronics ecosystems. However, the 50% cost-sharing requirement may limit participation for smaller firms in the required partnerships.
“the National Semiconductor Technology Center shall give priority to eligible partnerships located in areas with growing microelectronics ecosystems”
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
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Introduced in Senate
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
CHIPS Training in America Act of 2026
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