Micron Technology is lobbying Congress to pass the MATCH Act, legislation that would restrict exports of chipmaking equipment to Chinese competitors. The move aims to limit China's ability to advance its semiconductor capabilities.
The largest U.S. memory chipmaker is driving efforts to get lawmakers to approve the proposed restrictions, according to sources cited by Reuters.
The MATCH Act would target equipment used by Chinese rivals in chip manufacturing, effectively blocking access to advanced production tools. The legislation reflects broader U.S. efforts to maintain technological advantage over China in semiconductors—a sector deemed critical to national security.
Micron joins other American chipmakers in supporting export controls. Previous restrictions have already limited sales of advanced chip design software and manufacturing equipment to Chinese firms.
The company manufactures memory chips essential for data centers, consumer electronics, and computing devices. Restricting Chinese competitors' access to production equipment could preserve Micron's market position while supporting U.S. strategic interests.
Congress has previously backed semiconductor-focused trade measures, including the CHIPS Act, which allocated billions toward domestic manufacturing.
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