Contact Congress about H.R. 6058: STRIDE Act
The United States would work with major chip-producing allies to block foreign rivals from getting advanced chip technology. If a partner country’s safeguards fall short, U.S. officials would have to report it and recommend stronger controls.
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STRIDE Act is a House bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 44 - 0.
Latest action on H.R. 6058: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 44 - 0.
Who this affects: This bill mainly affects chip companies, suppliers, research groups, and foreign manufacturers that work with U.S. technology. It could change what they can sell, share, repair, or help build overseas. It also affects U.S. agencies and allied governments, because they would have to coordinate more closely on chip export rules and enforcement.
Why this matters: Chips power phones, cars, computers, factories, and many military systems, so control over advanced chip technology affects both money and security. This bill tries to make U.S. and allied rules work together, instead of letting restricted technology move through countries with weaker controls. The results would depend on partner countries, companies, enforcement, and market reactions.
Key provisions in H.R. 6058
- The Secretary of State would work with countries that have major chip industries. This includes countries strong in chip research, design, manufacturing, materials, or equipment.
- The bill seeks shared export rules for many chip-making machines and key parts. Covered tools include lithography, deposition, etching, bonding, cleaning, handling, assembly, packaging, testing, and inspection equipment.
- The bill calls for tighter limits on tools and help that could grow chip industries in countries of concern. This includes design software, intellectual property transfers, equipment servicing, and technical support.
- Countries would be asked to control key chip materials in similar ways. This includes dual-use materials, meaning items with both civilian and sensitive uses, such as photoresists, specialty gases, and advanced substrates.
- The bill aims to stop restricted chip technology from moving through third countries. It also aims to stop foreign companies from filling the gap when U.S. items are blocked.
How Modern Action helps you take action on H.R. 6058
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Questions people ask about H.R. 6058
- What is H.R. 6058?
- The United States would work with major chip-producing allies to block foreign rivals from getting advanced chip technology. If a partner country’s safeguards fall short, U.S. officials would have to report it and recommend stronger controls.
- How do I support or oppose H.R. 6058?
- Choose support, oppose, or ask for changes on Modern Action. The action flow drafts the message for you and keeps the wording tied to this bill.
- Who should I contact about H.R. 6058?
- Modern Action uses your location to route the action to the congressional offices relevant to the bill and your representation.
- Can Modern Action explain H.R. 6058 before I act?
- Yes. Modern Action gives you a plain-English summary, current status, and action context before you send anything.
