Its long been thought that 10,000 is the magic number, but could walking 5,000 steps a day be enough to see a benefit . The white house is marking one year since President Biden signed the chips for america legislation. It earmarked 52. 7 million in subisdies for the Semiconductor Industry in the us. The Commerce Department started taking in applications injune for the Subsidy Programme for Us Semiconductor manufacturing and since then, more than 460 companies have expressed interest in the funding. The programme is part of the administrations bid to boost competitiveness with chinas science and technology. The Commerce Department is also tyring to ensure that china doesnt benefit from the subsidies. Adrienne elrod is director of external and Government Affairs in the chips for America Office of the Us Department of commerce. How does the Biden Administration believe this legislation serves economic and National Security . First of all i think, thank you for having me, it is great to t
Live coverage here on cspan. The spe the speaker the house will be in order. The prayer will be offered by chaplain kibben. Chaplain kibben please pray with me. Immortal, invisible god only wise deepen the appreciation of your truth and our hearts. Unchanging, unwavering god eternal root your strength in our souls. For your word and yours forever and your counsel stands for perpetuity. So may our meager efforts find our foundation in your eternal plan. May your decisions be rooted in your everlasting word. Use us in this time and this place that even the least of our accomplishments would find worth in your design. Guide us in these days that the most inconsequential elements of our work would have value in your eyes. In each fleeting moment confront us with the opportunity to acknowledge that you are present here, now and in every minute of our lives. And may we serve to glorify you this day. In your presence we stand and in your name we pray. Amen. Exoik the chair has examined the jo
Prepares to pass the chips and science act, a bipartisan, bicameral bill that will wellequip our nation to meet and beat the challenges of the 21st century. With Monumental Investments in this legislation, we take key steps to strengthen our fa families and our nations Economic Future, unleash research and investment in every corner of america now and for generations to come. Let us salute the outstanding leadership of the house negotiators who tirelessly fought and secured many major victories for American Families and the American Economy in this package. Thank you, in particular, to two terrific champions, chairwoman Eddie Bernice johnson of the science, space, and technology committee, chairman Frank Pallone of the energy and commerce committee, as well as other chairs who were involved in this legislation. I want to also acknowledge the leadership of the Ranking Member, mr. Lucas. Mr. Lucas, it was a joy and inspiring to behold your very informative and impressive presentation in
Our economic and National Security. These provisions were built with vigorous input from the scientific community, industry, academia, and other stakeholders on what they need most to succeed in the 21st century. This final product is the result of months of bipartisan negotiations. It is also the result of dedicated efforts and long hours put in by the committees staffment and i want to staff. And i want to thank each of them for helping us get to where we are today. With this legislation, we will bring about solutions for the climate crisis, enhance our Semiconductor Research and manufacturing, create jobs, increase regional innovation, and so much more. We will also take historic and muchneeded action to build a strong and diverse stem work force and ensure that were able to make use of all the brain power and talent we have. In have in our great nation. With bipartisan stem pieces in this bill, we will create a Bright Future for all of those who wish to pursue stem, no matter their
Except representative sara jacobs who voted present. The legislation passed by the senate, it is now to the president for his signature. I stand before you today to show support of the chips and science act. This is a bipartisan provision that will ensure a bold and prosperous future for American Science and innovation, maintaining International Competitiveness and bolstering the economic and National Security. These provisions were built with vigorous input from the scientific community, industry, academia and other stakeholders on what they need most to succeed in the 23rd century. This product is a result of months of bipartisan negotiation. It is also the result of long hours put in by the Committee Staff and i want to thank each of them for helping us to get where we are today. With this legislation, we will bring about solutions for the climate crisis, enhance our semiconductor research, create jobs, increase racial integration and so much more. We will also take historic and muc