SIA Statement on Biden Administration’s Plan to Publish ‘Export Control Framework for Artificial Intelligence Diffusion’

by Semiconductor Industry Association

WASHINGTON—Jan. 6, 2025—The Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) today released the following statement regarding the Biden Administration’s plan to publish an interim final rule titled “Export Control Framework for Artificial Intelligence Diffusion.” This potential regulatory action is anticipated to place global restrictions and impose onerous licensing requirements on U.S. exports of advanced integrated circuits.

“SIA and our member companies share the U.S. government’s commitment to safeguarding national security. We are, however, deeply concerned by the unprecedented scope and complexity of this potential regulation, which was developed without industry input and could significantly undercut U.S. leadership and competitiveness in semiconductor technology and advanced AI systems. 

“We respectfully caution against making such a swift and significant shift in policy during this transitional period, and without meaningful consultation with industry. In the absence of such consultation, we urge the Administration to issue a proposed rule, or hand over the policymaking process to the incoming Trump Administration to ensure there is appropriate opportunity for government and industry leaders, together with our global partners, to thoughtfully address this critical matter. 

“We stand ready to engage the U.S. government on how to best accomplish its national security goals in a targeted manner, while ensuring our companies can continue to compete and win globally.”

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About SIA
The Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) is the voice of the semiconductor industry, one of America’s top export industries and a key driver of America’s economic strength, national security, and global competitiveness. SIA represents 99% of the U.S. semiconductor industry by revenue and nearly two-thirds of non-U.S. chip firms. Through this coalition, SIA seeks to strengthen leadership of semiconductor manufacturing, design, and research by working with Congress, the Administration, and key industry stakeholders around the world to encourage policies that fuel innovation, propel business, and drive international competition. Learn more at www.semiconductors.org.