Below are the latest highlights of our current work for you, boiled down to less than 30 seconds each and five minutes overall. As always, we welcome your questions and suggestions.
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Chris Mitchell
Vice President, Global Government Relations
The Headlines at a Glance:
TOP NEWS OF THE WEEK
- EPA Proposes to Block Over 300 PFAS on TSCA Inactive List
QUOTE OF THE WEEK
- IPC’s John W. Mitchell Addresses Industry Workforce Concerns at IPC APEX EXPO
IPC ADVOCACY AND YOU
- IPC Builds Out Sustainability Initiative
- How Can Government Help or Hurt You in 2023?
ENVIRONMENT AND HEALTH
- IPC Responds to EPA on PFAS Reporting Requirements
- Commission to Consider Renewal of EU RoHS Exemptions
- EU Proceeds with Proposal to Ban Products Made with Forced Labor
EUROPEAN UNION
- Parliament Committee Approves EU Chips Act
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TOP NEWS OF THE WEEK
EPA Proposes to Block Over 300 PFAS on TSCA Inventory: On January 26, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed a significant new use rule (SNUR) that would block the manufacturing or processing of approximately 330 per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) listed as “inactive” under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). The rule, the latest of several measures the EPA is taking to regulate PFAS chemicals, will require companies to file an application before any additional manufacture, import, or processing of listed chemical substances. Please let us know if you have any questions; comments close on March 27. IPC Contact: Suhani Chitalia.
QUOTE OF THE WEEK
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"It's not just about money, if it ever was."
– IPC President and CEO John W. Mitchell offers creative solutions to skills gap and workforce issues facing the electronics manufacturing industry during his keynote address at IPC APEX EXPO. |
IPC ADVOCACY AND YOU
IPC Builds Out Sustainability Initiative: In 2022, IPC’s Board of Directors approved a proposal to initiate an association-wide sustainability initiative. The initiative, called Sustainability for Electronics, will provide direction and ensure realistic and appropriate tools for the electronics manufacturing industry. We expect to provide regular communications to the industry including insights into emerging sustainability policies, details on the relevant and material sustainability topics, and information on the utility of existing IPC standards to achieve sustainability goals. Check it out our new page to learn more and give it a follow on LinkedIn! IPC Contact: Kelly Scanlon.
How Can Government Help or Hurt You in 2023? IPC is conducting a survey to gather information on the top concerns of electronics manufacturing industry members and how government policies can either help or hurt their companies in the next few years. The survey, which will help shape IPC's advocacy efforts in 2023, will only take a few minutes to complete and is a great opportunity for industry members to voice their concerns and shape future policies. Read a new IPC blog for more on our 2022 advocacy efforts and how you can get involved in 2023. IPC Contact: Chris Mitchell.
ENVIRONMENT & HEALTH
IPC Responds to EPA on PFAS Reporting Requirements: IPC highlighted the costs and impacts of reporting and recordkeeping requirements for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) under the Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA) in December 27 comments to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). IPC also cited complexities in electronics supply chains that would make the proposed reporting and recordkeeping difficult. The EPA’s Initial Regulatory Flexibility Analysis (IRFA) focused on cost estimates for the proposed rule — particularly its effect on small businesses. Let us know if you have any questions. IPC Contact: Suhani Chitalia.
Commission to Consider Renewal of EU RoHS Exemptions: The Bio Innovation Service recently published its final report on the renewal of 12 exemptions to the EU Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). The report notably recommended not to renew exemptions covering “lead in solders to complete a viable electrical connection between the semiconductor die and carrier with integrated circuit flip chip packages.” The report will now be considered by the EU Commission before it moves to formally revise the 12 exemptions, which is expected to occur later this year. We welcome your feedback regarding the report’s recommendations, and thank you to Keysight Technologies Product Environmental and Regulatory Compliance Director Robert Tait for sharing expert insights on this topic. IPC Contact: Suhani Chitalia.
China Releases List of 14 Priority Pollutants: On December 30, China’s Ministry of Ecology and Environment (MEE) released an official list of 14 new pollutants for priority management for 2023. The list includes chemicals substances of high concern in terms of human health and environmental hazards. The substances will be subject to restriction measures, including prohibition of production, use, importation, and exportation. The list will come into effect on March 1. IPC Contact: Suhani Chitalia.
EUROPEAN UNION
Parliament Committee Approves EU Chips Act: European legislators are continuing to negotiate on legislation to bolster the bloc’s competitiveness and resilience in semiconductor technologies and applications. This week, the European Parliament’s Committee on Industry, Research, and Energy (ITRE) adopted the draft legislation, called the EU Chips Act, which sets the stage for wider parliament negotiations at the February plenary session. The parliament is also expected to vote on the Chips Joint Undertaking proposal in February. IPC continues to actively participate in the process and is advocating for language that supports advanced packaging and promotes innovation in the electronics industry. IPC Contact: Alison James.
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COVID-19, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, soaring global inflation rates, and recession fears were major contributors to the cloud of uncertainty and slower global economic growth we saw in 2022. We expect that volatility and uncertainty will continue to influence the narrative in the early months of the new year. For more on what might lie ahead, be sure to check out IPC Chief Economist Shawn DuBravac’s Monthly Economic Outlook Report. |
IPC is pleased to welcome Jeffrey Goldberg as director of North American (NA) government relations (GR) in IPC’s Washington office. In this role, Goldberg will help lead our ambitious NA policy agenda at a time of increased interest among policymakers in the electronics supply chain. Please connect with Jeff on LinkedIn and drop him a line to share your advocacy concerns.
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Meet the IPC GR Team: Whether it’s engaging with policymakers in Washington, D.C., in the European Union or in China, the IPC Government Relations (GR) Team proactively seeks opportunities to educate, inform and influence policymakers on policies that spur innovation, growth and competition, while protecting human health and the environment. But our success depends on your support and engagement. Learn more and get involved in IPC advocacy today! IPC Contact: Chris Mitchell.
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