Memory Chip Competitiveness Assessment Act of 2026
In progressMemory Chip Competitiveness Assessment Act of 2026 This bill requires the Department of Commerce to study and report on the advanced memory technology marketplace. Under the bill, advanced memory technology means semiconductor memory products manufactured using leading-edge process technologies and primarily designed for high-performance, high-bandwidth, or energy-efficient computing applications. The study must assess the advanced memory technology supply chain, the impact of market trends on the cost of end products, and mechanisms to increase supply (without acquiring products from North Korea, China, Russia, or Iran). Commerce must provide an opportunity for public comment on the report before finalizing it.
Sep 16, 2026Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 45 - 0.
The Memory Chip Competitiveness Assessment Act of 2026 mandates a study by the Secretary of Commerce on the advanced memory technology market. It aims to identify market trends, supply chain issues, and potential solutions to increase supply without relying on countries of concern. The bill includes provisions for consultation with stakeholders and public comment before finalizing the report.