TECH - Biden Administration Launches Program To Bolster US Chip Workforce | Benzinga
The Biden administration has initiated a new program to develop the U.S. computer-chip workforce, aiming to prevent a labor shortage that could hinder domestic semiconductor production.
The initiative, called the workforce partner alliance, will utilize part of the $5 billion federal funding allocated for the National Semiconductor Technology Center (NSTC).
Bloomberg reported that up to 10 workforce development projects will receive grants ranging from $500,000 to $2 million.
The NSTC will launch additional application processes in the coming months, determining the total spending after all proposals are reviewed.
This funding comes ...