01 — The Text
What.
- Requires SelectUSA (Commerce Department program) to ask state economic development officials how to attract foreign chip makers to invest in U.S. semiconductor manufacturing.
- SelectUSA must report Congress findings and recommend strategies to secure domestic chip supply chains.
- Focuses on foreign direct investment in semiconductor-related manufacturing and production facilities.
02 — The Stakes
So what?
- Tech companies and states competing for semiconductor factories benefit from coordinated federal recruitment efforts.
- U.S. reduces dependence on foreign chip suppliers, critical for national security and tech industry supply chain reliability.
- No direct spending mandated; uses existing SelectUSA resources to improve outreach and strategy.
03 — The Path
Now what?
- Senate passed unanimously May 20; bill now at House desk awaiting assignment to committee.
- House must review, potentially amend, and vote before sending to president for signature.
- Track progress at Congress.gov or contact your House representative to gauge local interest in semiconductor investment.
Legislative History
Actions.
- May 26, 2025 — Held at the desk.
- May 26, 2025 — Received in the House.
- May 23, 2025 — Message on Senate action sent to the House.
- May 20, 2025 — Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3002; text: CR S3002-3003)
- May 20, 2025 — Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.
- May 6, 2025 — Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 67.
- May 6, 2025 — Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Reported by Senator Cruz without amendment. With written report No. 119-18.
- May 6, 2025 — Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Reported by Senator Cruz without amendment. With written report No. 119-18.