CHIPS Program Seeks Feedback on Workforce Data
Published Date: 3/19/2026
Notice
Summary
The Department of Commerce is asking for public feedback on a new data collection for the CHIPS Workforce Solution program, which helps track how semiconductor companies use workforce funding. This affects companies receiving CHIPS funds and aims to make reporting easier while ensuring the government gets useful info. Comments are open until May 18, 2026, so don’t miss your chance to weigh in!
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 2 costs, 0 mixed.
Mandatory CHIPS Participant Reporting
If you or your organization receive CHIPS Workforce Funds, submitting participant data is mandatory to be eligible for funding. The Department estimates 35,000 respondents will each spend about 2 minutes per response, for a total of 1,155 burden hours and an estimated total annual cost to the public of $54,654.60.
Participant Personal Data Required
Individuals participating in CHIPS-funded workforce programs must input personal data into a secure online system, including full name, full address, full date of birth, race and ethnicity, sex, and educational attainment. The notice states this information will be collected to enable oversight and program evaluation.
Real-Time Program Oversight Enabled
The collected participant data will be aggregated to give CHIPS for America and each CHIPS Awardee real-time insights into workforce activities to monitor implementation and evaluate whether CHIPS-funded programs reduce staffing shortages. The PRA notice seeks comment before submission to OMB; comments are due by May 18, 2026.
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