What This Bill Does
The Stop Stealing Our Chips Act is aimed at protecting U.S. semiconductor technology and production from theft, espionage, and foreign diversion. It would strengthen safeguards around advanced chips and the companies that design and make them.
Semiconductors power phones, cars, appliances, medical devices, and military systems, so protecting chip technology matters for jobs, prices, and national security. A bill like this could help keep advanced manufacturing and high-value research in the United States while reducing the risk that sensitive technology is copied or stolen.
Who This Bill Affects
For the general public, this bill could support a more secure and resilient chip supply chain, which may help reduce shortages and protect jobs in U.S. manufacturing and tech. Consumers could benefit indirectly if stronger safeguards help stabilize the availability of electronics, vehicles, and other chip-dependent products.
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May 21, 2026
Held at the desk.
Will It Pass?
1% estimated chance of becoming law
Pass percentages are estimates and may be inaccurate.
Final Passage Vote
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Senate PASSED424 Yea · 242 Nay · 64% yea
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