SIA Applauds CHIPS Act Incentives for Coherent

Semiconductor Industry Association | SIA· June 20, 2026

The Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) has expressed its support for the federal incentives awarded to Coherent through the CHIPS and Science Act. These investments are intended to bolster the United States' domestic semiconductor manufacturing capabilities and secure the broader technology supply chain. The endorsement from the SIA highlights the ongoing collaboration between the public and private sectors to advance American leadership in the global chips market.

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