As President Joe Biden signed the CHIPS and Science Act – or CHIPS Act – this week, investing $52 billion into made-in-American semiconductor manufacturing, Michigan lawmakers declared the legislation a victory for the state. “The new CHIPS Act is a big deal for us in Michigan,” said U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow, who pushed for the passage of the CHIPS … Read more
The CHIPS and Science Act of 2022, which received wide bipartisan support, includes $52.7 billion to increase domestic semiconductor production After initial setbacks with its earlier iteration, the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022 sailed through both chambers of Congress early this week. The bill, which held uncharacteristically broad bipartisan support, hit some unexpected roadblocks in its last 24 … Read more
SAGINAW, Mich. (WJRT) – President Joe Biden signed a $280 billion bipartisan bill to boost domestic high tech manufacturing in the U.S which includes creating semiconductor chips right here on U.S soil. The CHIPS and Science Act has been bounced around for months with many Michigan legislators working to include the state in the investment … Read more
The Marshall Fredericks Sculpture Museum is excited to partner with Creative 360 to celebrate a new public art project in Midland with a dedication event, 6-7:30 p.m. Aug. 10 at the Creative 360 Stage, Studio and Galleries located at 1517 Bayliss St., Midland. The sculpture by Midland-based artist Annie Stout is part of the “NEA … Read more
President Joe Biden virtually celebrated with Michigan leaders as $52 billion in semiconductor incentives move closer to becoming a reality. The CHIPS and Science Act is currently awaiting Biden’s signature after Congress approved it last week. The legislation will promote domestic semiconductor production and research. Biden had to cancel his in-person trip to Michigan after testing … Read more
The legislation, which Congress passed last week, will pump $52 billion in incentives to increase domestic production of semiconductors and microchips that are used in many electronic devices. Semiconductor manufacturing is set to receive a boost in Michigan and across the country following the passage of the CHIPS and Science Act. The legislation, which Congress … Read more
Hemlock Semiconductor welcomed Governor Whitmer and heard from President Biden on Tuesday to celebrate the passage of the Chips and Science Act which sets aside 50 billion dollars over the next five years for domestic production of microchips. President Biden, Governor Whitmer, as well as Michigan Senators and Representatives met at Hemlock Semiconductor to discuss … Read more
HEMLOCK, Mich. (WJRT) – President Joe Biden was part of a virtual event in Saginaw County to celebrate the passage the CHIPS and Science Act on Tuesday. The bill will provide billions of dollars in funding to jump start semiconductor chip production in the U.S. and in Michigan. The semiconductor chip shortage has forced automakers … Read more
President Joe Biden took part — virtually — in a Tuesday event in Saginaw County celebrating the recent passage of the CHIPS Act. The act authorizes a $52 billion federal investment over the next five years in domestic semiconductor manufacturing and provides a 25% tax credit for new or expanded facilities that make semiconductors or … Read more
President Biden, who is still contagious with COVID, attended a virtual event at Hemlock Semiconductor Operations in Michigan LANSING, Mich. (WILX) – The CHIPS act appears to be on track to be signed into law. The Creating Helpful Incentives for the Production of Semiconductors for America Act, or CHIPS Act, would give $52 billion in … Read more