34th Annual SIA Award Dinner
Each year SIA brings together leaders from throughout the industry for an evening of in-depth discussion, leadership recognition and entertainment at our annual Awards Dinner in San Jose, CA.
What is a Semiconductor?
A semiconductor is an electronic device which can be switched to conduct or block electric currents. The popular term “microelectronics and computer chips” are synonymous with "semiconductors". Most semiconductor devices are made from silicon. More importantly semiconductors are the enabling technology that underpins the entire U.S. economy.
Globally Competitive Tax Reform
To maintain U.S. leadership in technology and create jobs, our country must have a more globally competitive tax structure, which should include;
- globally competitive tax rate
- territorial approach and strong
- permanent R&D incentives
America's #1 Export
U.S. semiconductor industry, America's number-one export industry over the last five years and a bellwether measurement of the U.S. economy. Semiconductor innovations form the foundation for America's $1.1 trillion technology industry affecting a U.S. workforce of nearly 6 million.
SIA 2011 Public Policy Agenda
SIA's 2011 public policy agenda:
- Enact corporate tax policies that provide a level playing field
- Streamline export controls
- Promote environmental regulations that meet the industries' unique flexibility needs
- Enhance the semiconductor workforce through STEM eduction and immigration reform
- Facilitate open markets and protect intellectual property
