S. 2228 · 118TH CONGRESSSenate · Jul 9, 2025
Building Chips in America Act of 2023
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On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass
The House of Representatives passed the Building Chips in America Act of 2023 under a suspension of the rules, a procedure requiring a two-thirds majority. This legislation aims to accelerate the construction of semiconductor manufacturing facilities by streamlining environmental review processes under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). By clarifying which projects qualify for expedited reviews, the bill seeks to prevent delays in domestic microchip production funded by the 2022 CHIPS and Science Act. The vote saw a significant partisan divide, with the majority of Republicans supporting the measure while a majority of Democrats voted against it. Proponents argued the bill is necessary to ensure national security and economic competitiveness, while opponents expressed concerns that bypassing standard environmental protections could lead to long-term ecological harm. Because the bill had already passed the Senate, this House approval sends the legislation to the President to be signed into law.