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Microchip Technology to Get $162 Million in CHIPS Federal Funding to Expand Semiconductor Plants in CO and OR

Jan. 4, 2024
The projects are expected to create 700 new jobs and nearly triple the output of semiconductors the company produces at these sites.
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Department of Transportation Announces $8.2 Billion in Funds for Passenger Rail Upgrades

Dec. 11, 2023
The Department of Transportation offered details on 10 projects in nine states ready for construction and 69 corridors across 44 states identified for future development.
New York State Governors' Office

New York State and Semiconductor Consortium to Invest $10-Billion in R&D Facility for Chip Development

Dec. 11, 2023
The partnership will fund the construction of a cutting-edge High NA Extreme Ultraviolet Lithography Center.
West Midlands Gigafactory

British Government Plans for Network of EV Battery Gigafactories Gather Momentum

Nov. 22, 2023
When complete, the gigafactory would have theh capacity for up to 60GWh annually – enough to power 600,000 electric vehicles.
Port Authority of New York and New Jersey

Port Authority of NY and NJ Releases 2024 Budget with $3.6-Billion Allocated to Capital Expenses

Nov. 21, 2023
The projects include major renovations at JFK and Newark Airport & a new Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan.

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