Building new semiconductor fabs in the USA

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Great idea - from the office of Ron DeSantis:

Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Nearly $10 Million to Support Chip and Semiconductor Manufacturing
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced nearly $10 million has been awarded through the Florida Job Growth Grant Fund to Osceola County and Valencia College to support semiconductor and other advanced technology manufacturing in Osceola County. Included in this award is $6 million to assist with developing infrastructure connecting the county’s emerging NeoCity technology district with the county’s workforce, and $3.7 million to Valencia College to develop a new program that will train students in utilizing robotics technology for semiconductor manufacturing. These two awards will combine to create manufacturing jobs while developing a talent pipeline that supports industry growth.

“Expanding domestic manufacturing capability is important for Florida and our nation,” said Governor Ron DeSantis. “The strategic investments we are making today will help bring microchip and semiconductor manufacturing back to our state at a time when the supply chains are more fragile than ever. Certainly, we cannot allow this important industry to become captive by the Chinese Communist Party.”

Good news.  China currently sources most of the worlds "basic" chips.  There is one company in Taiwan that makes the really high-end stuff as well as operating as a foundry for many fabless chip houses.  China wants Taiwan and they really really want that company.

The $6 Million is for the infrastructure - developing the property, assuring a good source of pure water and transportation and reliable power.  The $3.7 Million is to ensure a good supply of workers who will be familiar with the equipment and processes.  A very good start.

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