Memory Chip Competitiveness Assessment Act of 2026
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
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Overview
This bill directs the Secretary of Commerce to conduct a comprehensive study of the advanced memory technology marketplace in the United States. The study will examine factors such as demand, supply chains, potential barriers, and the impact on consumers and businesses. It also requires the Secretary to consult with various stakeholders and publish a report with an opportunity for public comment.
Key provisions
- Requires the Secretary of Commerce to conduct a study of the advanced memory technology marketplace.
- The study must assess demand, supply constraints, and potential barriers to supply.
- The study should analyze the impact on consumers and small businesses.
- The Secretary must consult with federal agencies and relevant industry stakeholders.
- The Secretary must consider supply chain vulnerabilities, particularly those involving ‘countries of concern’.
- The study must explore potential regulatory and legislative solutions to increase domestic supply.
- The Secretary must provide a public report and allow for public comment before finalizing it.
- Defines ‘advanced memory technology’ as semiconductor memory using leading-edge technologies for high-performance computing.
Who is affected
- Manufacturers of advanced memory technology
- Semiconductor manufacturers
- Consumers
- Small businesses
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