Securing Semiconductor Supply Chains Act of 2025

Bill Number: H.R. 2480
Origin Chamber: House
Congress: 119th Congress, Session 1
Policy Area: Commerce
Status: Passed House
Latest Action: 2025-04-29: Received in the Senate.
Last Updated: 2026-07-11T02:58:23Z

AI-Generated Summary

Purpose

The Securing Semiconductor Supply Chains Act of 2025 aims to strengthen the U.S. semiconductor supply chain by promoting foreign direct investment (FDI)—money invested by foreign companies into U.S. operations—in domestic manufacturing and production. It requires the SelectUSA program (a Department of Commerce initiative that helps attract business investment to the U.S.) to work with state-level economic development organizations to identify opportunities, address barriers, and develop strategies for increasing such investments, while ensuring benefits do not go to foreign adversaries.

Key Provisions

Definitions and Findings (Sections 2–3): Defines SelectUSA and outlines congressional findings on the critical role of semiconductors in the economy and national security, the impacts of supply shortages (e.g., from the COVID-19 pandemic), the need for a resilient global supply chain, and SelectUSA's potential to drive FDI for onshoring or diversifying vulnerable areas like fabrication (chip-making), advanced packaging, and manufacturing materials/equipment.
Coordination with States (Section 4): Within 180 days of enactment, SelectUSA's Executive Director must solicit input from state-level economic development organizations (groups that promote local business growth) on:
Federal support for FDI in semiconductor production.
Barriers to investment and ways to enhance state efforts.
Opportunities to attract FDI.
Resource gaps or challenges.
Based on this, develop recommendations for SelectUSA to boost FDI independently or via partnerships, and collaborate with U.S. allies to prevent foreign adversaries (hostile nations as defined in existing law) from gaining advantages.
Reporting Requirement (Section 5): Within 2 years of enactment, SelectUSA, in coordination with a federal interagency working group, must submit a report to the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation and the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. The report will cover:
A summary of state comments.
Current SelectUSA activities to increase FDI in semiconductors.
Strategies for future increases, including collaboration with federal agencies, states, and implementation of state recommendations to secure the supply chain.
Funding (Section 6): No new federal funds are authorized; activities must use existing resources.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

This act introduces new mandates for SelectUSA, which was established by executive order in 2011 to promote U.S. investment but has not previously been required to focus specifically on semiconductors or coordinate in this detailed way with states. It builds on existing laws like the Secure and Trusted Communications Networks Act of 2019 (which defines foreign adversaries) by applying those concepts to investment promotion, but does not amend prior statutes directly—instead, it adds procedural requirements for coordination and reporting.

Potential Impacts

Government Agencies: SelectUSA and the Department of Commerce will face increased workload for consultations, recommendations, and reporting without extra funding, potentially straining resources. Other federal agencies may need to collaborate more on supply chain security.
Citizens and Economy: Could lead to more domestic semiconductor jobs and manufacturing, supporting economic recovery and reducing reliance on vulnerable global supplies, benefiting industries employing millions (e.g., auto, tech).
International Relations: Encourages FDI from U.S. allies, strengthening partnerships, while explicitly aiming to exclude investments benefiting adversaries (e.g., China), which may heighten geopolitical tensions but enhance national security.

Main Stakeholders Affected

Federal Government: SelectUSA, Department of Commerce, and interagency groups responsible for implementation and reporting.
State-Level Organizations: Economic development groups that provide input and partner on attracting investments, potentially gaining federal support for local efforts.
Private Sector: Semiconductor companies, foreign investors (especially from allies), and U.S. manufacturers seeking to expand domestic production.
Broader Interests: U.S. workers in manufacturing, national security entities, and allied nations involved in global supply chains.

Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications

Legal: Relies on executive authority (via SelectUSA's existing mandate) without creating new enforcement powers or penalties, ensuring compliance through reporting to Congress. It references but does not alter definitions of "foreign adversaries," maintaining consistency with telecom security laws.
Constitutional: Aligns with Congress's powers over commerce and national security (Article I, Section 8), promoting interstate economic activity without infringing on states' rights—states are positioned as partners rather than subordinates.
Political: Reflects bipartisan priorities on supply chain resilience post-COVID and amid U.S.-China competition, emphasizing "friend-shoring" (investments from trusted partners) over broad globalization. The no-new-funds clause may limit scope but avoids budget debates, making it a low-cost way to signal policy intent.

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Sponsor

Rep. Landsman, Greg [D-OH-1]

Cosponsors (2)

Rep. Bentz, Cliff [R-OR-2], Rep. Fitzpatrick, Brian K. [R-PA-1]

Recent Actions

2025-04-29: Received in the Senate.
2025-04-28: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
2025-04-28: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H1650)
2025-04-28: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H1650)
2025-04-28: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2480.
2025-04-28: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H1650-1651)
2025-04-28: Mr. Bilirakis moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
2025-04-24: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 41.
2025-04-24: Reported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-64.
2025-04-24: Reported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-64.
2025-04-08: Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
2025-04-08: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
2025-03-31: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
2025-03-31: Introduced in House
2025-03-31: Introduced in House

Bill Versions

Securing Semiconductor Supply Chains Act of 2025 — issued 2025-04-28 — PDF (8 pages)
Securing Semiconductor Supply Chains Act of 2025 — issued 2025-03-31 — PDF (6 pages)
Securing Semiconductor Supply Chains Act of 2025 — issued 2025-04-24 — PDF (8 pages)