Microchip receives $72M CHIPS grant for Gresham, Oregon expansion

The U.S. Department of Commerce awarded $72 million in direct funding to Microchip Technology for its Gresham, Oregon facility expansion. The project is expected to double manufacturing capacity and create an estimated 600 new jobs in Oregon.

“As part of its Gresham expansion, Microchip is doubling its capacity to manufacture the chips that power cars, defense technology and other crucial products – and will result in an estimated 600 total new Oregon jobs.”wyden.senate.gov

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• wyden.senate.govWyden, Merkley Announce $72 Million Federal Investment for Expansion of Microchip’s Gresham Facility | U.S. Senator Ron Wyden of OregonJan 4, 2024

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