The CHIPS Training in America Act of 2024 establishes a $50 million per year grant program for fiscal years 2025-2027 to help community colleges, vocational schools, and career and technical education programs develop or expand semiconductor manufacturing and related training. Eligible partnerships that include an educational institution, a business or industry partner, and a state or local government can receive up to $7 million per grant for up to 5 years, provided they contribute at least 50 percent of program costs from non-federal sources. The bill also requires the National Semiconductor Technology Center and National Science Foundation to develop a comprehensive 5-year national strategy for growing the domestic semiconductor workforce within one year, establish performance metrics, set workforce goals, and maintain a single online clearinghouse of microelectronics education information. Grant recipients must report annually on program participation and outcomes, with the National Semiconductor Technology Center required to submit consolidated reports to Congress, ensuring coordination across federal agencies involved in semiconductor workforce development.
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