ITI: Updates to Section 5949’s Semiconductor Proposed Rule Help Promote Government Modernization
WASHINGTON – Today, global technology trade association ITI issued the following reaction from its Executive Vice President of Public Sector Gordon Bitko on updates to the proposed rule for Section 5949 of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) FY2023, which puts restrictions on the purchase of certain semiconductors in federal contracts.
“Semiconductors are essential to cutting-edge technologies that enable the U.S. government to deliver best-in-class services to Americans. The updates to Section 5949 of the FY23 NDAA make important improvements that preserve agencies’ ability to access these technologies securely while recognizing the realities of global semiconductor supply chains. ITI particularly appreciates the clarifications on the scope and applicability for commercial technologies and the deadline extension. Though ambitious, the new timeline reflects the evolving global semiconductor market and complexity of implementing these requirements for government contractors. ITI will continue to work with policymakers to ensure U.S. innovation serves Americans and drives U.S. competitiveness.”
ITI’s Senior Vice President of Public Sector and Counsel Megan Petersen outlined industry’s feedback on the proposed rule in August, underscoring the potential risks the measure could pose to U.S. government services, innovation, and competition.
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