To Strengthen U.S. Memory Chip Manufacturing
The U.S. Department of Commerce announced that Micron Technology, Inc., the leading American semiconductor memory company, will invest $200 billion in semiconductor manufacturing and research to expand domestic memory chip production. This investment is a cornerstone of the Trump Administration’s commitment to revitalizing American manufacturing, bolstering technological leadership, and prioritizing American workers.
Micron, the only U.S.-based producer of advanced memory chips, is essential to powering artificial intelligence, high-performance computing, automotive technologies, and next-generation wireless devices. Currently, all leading-edge DRAM production occurs overseas, primarily in East Asia.
As part of this expansion, Micron will build a second state-of-the-art fabrication facility in Boise, Idaho, while also modernizing its facility in Manassas, Virginia to onshore critical technology from Taiwan. These strategic developments will enhance supply chain resiliency for key industries such as automotive, defense, and industrial markets. In addition, Micron will introduce advanced High Bandwidth Memory (HBM) packaging capabilities and invest in research and development to reinforce America’s leadership in the semiconductor industry. The company’s commitment includes plans for up to two additional fabrication facilities in New York.
The Department of Commerce previously awarded up to $6.165 billion in CHIPS Act funding on December 10, 2024, supporting Micron’s plans to establish three fabrication facilities in Idaho and New York. Today’s expanded $200 billion investment is accompanied by up to $275 million in additional CHIPS Act funding. Collectively, these projects in Idaho, New York, and Virginia will generate 90,000 jobs, reaffirming the Trump Administration’s dedication to strengthening American industry, fostering private-sector innovation, and advancing its “America First” agenda.
“President Trump has made it clear that the time to build in America is now,” said Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick. “Micron’s $200 billion investment represents a historic step toward bringing the full spectrum of memory chip production back to the United States. This initiative will secure our technological edge in industries like AI, automotive, and aerospace & defense—solidifying American leadership for decades to come. Micron’s expansion is a tremendous victory for our economy, national security, and hardworking Americans.”
To facilitate this investment, the United States Investment Accelerator will collaborate with Micron to streamline permitting requirements. Additionally, the Trump Administration has worked to simplify previous policy restrictions, removing bureaucratic hurdles to advance semiconductor manufacturing efforts in Idaho, New York, and Virginia.
“Micron’s U.S. memory manufacturing and research investments highlight our commitment to technological innovation and the strength of the domestic semiconductor industry,” said Micron Chairman, President, and CEO Sanjay Mehrotra. “Our $200 billion investment will propel American leadership in semiconductor technology, create tens of thousands of jobs, and ensure a secure domestic supply of critical memory chips. We are grateful for the support from President Trump, Secretary Lutnick, and our federal, state, and local partners who have been instrumental in driving forward the resurgence of American semiconductor manufacturing.”
Media Contact:
Office of Public Affairs
publicaffairs@doc.gov
