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CHIPS Communites United
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We are a coalition organizing for the responsible and equitable implementation of the #CHIPSAct, uniting communities with new and expanding #semiconductor facilities.
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#Intel just laid off over 650 workers in Hillsboro and Aloha. Were you impacted?
Share your story ⬇️
forms.office.com/r/NxT3qT63dN

#hillsboro #aloha #oregon #semiconductor #microchip #foundry #fab
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November 18, 2025 at 10:52 PM
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Rick McGahey cites “The Dark Side of the Chip” event from @chipscommunities.bsky.social for Forbes in his new piece, “Making Federal Semiconductor Billions Work For Everyone.” Read it here:
www.forbes.com/sites/richar...
Making Federal Semiconductor Billions Work For Everyone
Billions in government support is spurring semiconductor investments, which a conference at Arizona State says need worker, environmental, and community benefits.
www.forbes.com
October 14, 2025 at 8:36 PM
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Critical tech colleagues, see the worker rights supported by @chipscommunities.bsky.social Chips Communities United as well as environmental impacts of the semiconductor industry as reflected in a generation of advocacy by Center for Environmental Public Oversight. cpeo.org
Center For Public Environmental Oversight
The Center for Public Environmental Oversight (CPEO) promotes and facilitates public participation in the oversight of environmental activities at federal facilities, private "Superfund" sites, and Brownfields.
cpeo.org
October 8, 2025 at 9:27 PM
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📧 📬 Interested in staying informed on the latest news with CCU, the semiconductor industry, and more?
Then sign up for the CCU Newsletter: chipscommunitiesunited.org/newsletter-s...
October 3, 2025 at 10:37 PM
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📣 LAST CALL to register for Dark Side of the Chip Conference in #Phoenix!
Registration closes at 5pm today ➡ bit.ly/DarkSideofth...
#DarkSideoftheChip #ChipsAct #chipscommunities #techjobs #pfas #environment
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October 3, 2025 at 4:54 PM
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1️⃣ DAY LEFT to register for Dark Side of the Chip
Conference in #Phoenix!

Registration closes tomorrow!
Register Today ➡ bit.ly/DarkSideofth...

#DarkSideoftheChip #ChipsAct #chipscommunities
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October 2, 2025 at 5:47 PM
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Forbes ranks #Micron as top company for tech workers. But is that true?
"CHIPS Communities United... called Micron’s contract with the state to build the plants a vague commitment to any promises of workers’ rights."
Read the full article ⤵️
Forbes ranks Micron as top company for tech workers. But is that true?
CLAY, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — As politicians, corporate executives, and the wary public anticipate the future Micron plant in Clay, Forbes updated its annual list of “the best employers for te…
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October 2, 2025 at 1:00 AM
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2️⃣ DAYS LEFT to register for Dark Side of the Chip Conference in #Phoenix!

It’s also the 1st conf ever (that we know of) to address the impact of the #semiconductor industry on US workers, communities, and the environment.

Registration closes this Friday, so don’t wait.
➡ bit.ly/DarkSideofth...
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October 1, 2025 at 9:15 PM
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"When Maria, a 32-year-old technician in Phoenix, first started at the sprawling #TSMC fab, she thought she had landed a dream job. The recruiter promised steady hours, solid pay, and the pride of helping power America’s “chipmaking comeback.” (1/3)

#CHIPSAct #Semiconductor
October 1, 2025 at 12:29 AM
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Location Change!

The “Dark Side of the Chip,” a one-day conference hosted by @chipscommunities.bsky.social , will now be hosted at 435 S 3rd Ave.
September 29, 2025 at 8:26 PM
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@stand.earth's research on #Microsoft data centers is out and it’s 😬
💡 Huge energy demand (as much as New England by 2030)
⛽️ Fossil fuel reliance (most data centers in states with ≥50% FF grids)
🏫 Local impacts
Learn more & take action: stand.earth/microsoft-ai

#AI #Tech #FossilFuels
Global Ramifications, Local Impact – Microsoft’s AI Pollution Footprint - Stand.earth
By using the best available data on Microsoft’s AI expenditures and growth trajectory, as well as by examining the company’s energy providers and current investments in energy procurement, this report...
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September 25, 2025 at 1:11 AM
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@chipscommunities.bsky.social presents: the DARK SIDE OF THE CHIP, a one-day conference surrounding the semiconductor industry's impact on workers and the environment and how folks can organize so it benefits all of us. Learn more about the event and RSVP here: bit.ly/DarkSideofth...
September 12, 2025 at 4:08 PM
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Register now for The #Semiconductor Con: The Dark Side of the Chip, a one-day conference on the semiconductor industry's impact on the #environment and workers and how we can organize so it benefits all of us.

➡️ bit.ly/DarkSideofth...

#ChipsAct #TechJobs #Phoenix #Arizona
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September 8, 2025 at 7:31 PM
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US #taxpayers just bought 10% of #Intel, the largest US #semiconductor manufacturer.
What did we get in return?
➡ Check out intel-layoffs.org for more information.

#CHIPSAct #Tech
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August 28, 2025 at 6:04 PM
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Check out the new report from @uawregion6.bsky.social
⚡Organize, Industrialize, #Decarbonize! A #ProWorker, #GreenIndustrialPolicy for #California ⚡ lays out a strategic vision to create tens of thousands of green, #unionjobs and lower the cost of #cleanenergy.

www.uawregion6.org/s/Reg6_white...
August 28, 2025 at 3:40 PM
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"Micron is making a lot of great promises and a lot of it is worded as good faith effort. So what we're asking for is just to have more concrete, enforceable agreements," said Khadeejah Ahmad from Jobs to Move America.

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#Micron #CNY #Semiconductor #CHIPSAct
Public comment period closes on Micron's megafab project amid transparency concerns
The pubic comment period for Micron's draft environmental impact statement on its planned megafab in Clay has ended.
cnycentral.com
August 19, 2025 at 9:32 PM
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ICYMI: #CHIPSAct Turns 3: Our Coalition Director, Judith Barish, explains how the once-in-a-generation promise of the CHIPS and Science Act has failed spectacularly to deliver.

Check out the blog post here⤵️
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The Tragedy of the CHIPS and Science Act - CHIPS Communities United
CHIPS Communities United’s Coalition Director, Judith Barish, explains how the once-in-a-generation promise of the CHIPS and Science Act has failed spectacularly to deliver.
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August 18, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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The #CHIPSAct led to a boom in new #semiconductor factories, but it didn’t provide the protection neighbors and workers were hoping for. Fortunately, local #CHIPScommunities are taking action to protect their families and neighborhoods. Check them out!
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August 7, 2025 at 5:37 PM
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The #CHIPSAct turns three and still has no teeth. Check out the 5 ways the CHIPS Act is failing to live up to its potential and what you can do about it.
#Intel #TechIndustry #SemiconductorIndustry
Image of components of chips and the USA flag folded on the right side. Text says: Turning Three and Still No Teeth. 5 ways the CHIPS Act is failing to live up to its potential and what you can do about it.
August 6, 2025 at 4:27 PM
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The advancement of American AI must deliver first and foremost for the American people; we can't afford to let Big Tech and Big Oil lobbyists write the rules. That's why we need a People’s AI Action Plan that puts the needs of everyday Americans over corporate profits. peoplesaiaction.com
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July 22, 2025 at 3:15 PM
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Our Coalition Director, Judith Barish, was recently interviewed about our state-level work and whether the #WestLafayette City Council should support community members in opposing the rezoning of 121 acres of residential land for a #SKHynix #semiconductor factory (1/4) 🧵
May 7, 2025 at 4:47 PM
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Trump says his new “investment accelerator” will take over the implementation of the CHIPS and Science Act. Under the guise of a rebrand, the proposed changes could take away what’s good about #CHIPSAct investments, leaving nothing but #corporatewelfare. (1/2)
Trump signs order to set up new entity to take over Biden’s Chips Act program
US Investment Accelerator will oversee the semiconductor production boosting law signed into law in August 2022
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April 2, 2025 at 9:52 PM
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The #CHIPSAct could use a little sunshine ☀️. The Commerce Dept. is handing out billions of dollars in incentives to #semiconductor manufacturers but lacks basic transparency. Check out this blog written by our Coalition Director, Judith Barish: bit.ly/4c86kPF
#ICYMI #SunshineWeek
Sunshine Week: Who's Benefiting from the CHIPS & Science Act? - Good Jobs First
Sunshine Week: Who's Benefiting from the CHIPS & Science Act? - Good Jobs First
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March 24, 2025 at 6:34 PM
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📣 Statement of Solidarity📣
We stand in solidarity with workers at Nexperia #Philippines, who overcame intense repression to reinstate two fired union leaders and win a raise for employees. We call on #Nexperia to reinstate two more union leaders who were fired for organizing.
March 21, 2025 at 10:59 PM
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“We’re demanding that #Intel report the same information that they give to the Commerce to the communities they are investing in. As key stakeholders in this process, our voices matter too.” - @randwilson.bsky.social, long-time union organizer and CCU's strategic advisor.
#Tech #CHIPSAct
February 14, 2025 at 9:51 PM