The MATCH Act would set rules for exporting certain semiconductor manufacturing equipment and related parts. It directs the Commerce and State Departments to identify "covered" equipment and "covered" facilities, make lists, and tell Congress and the public. The bill requires fast diplomatic work to get allied supplier countries to adopt countrywide controls and licensing rules that deny exports and servicing to facilities in certain "countries of concern." If allies do not adopt those controls, the United States would extend controls to items from those allied supplier countries and require licenses (with a policy of denial) for exports and servicing. The bill also requires reports and regular updates, allows a short national security waiver, and defines terms such as covered equipment, covered facility, allied supplier country, and servicing.
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The bill says export controls on semiconductor manufacturing equipment are an important defense for foundational technology. It says advanced computing and artificial intelligence affect military power, and that the United States and allies have advantages in key technologies. The text argues robust, aligned controls will close gaps, reduce circumvention, and protect national security. The bill names certain companies it says warrant comprehensive controls and supports using diplomacy and positive incentives to get allied adoption.
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