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Dear IPC Members:
Your IPC Government Relations (GR) team is continuing to advocate for you to ensure the industry’s competitiveness and resilience.
This week, we’re closely monitoring the provisional agreement that has been reached on the European Chips Act, which if adopted would spur a “silicon-to-systems" approach to the electronics supply chain, as called for by IPC. |
We’re also observing Earth Day (April 22) by continuing to serve you on a range of environmental issues, from PFAS, where we need your input, to lead (Pb) and more. Check out IPC’s Sustainability Initiative, and register for our June 6 event on Critical Environmental Requirements for Electronics.
Please help us build on our advocacy efforts! Visit our Advocacy Center to let us know your top concerns in just a few clicks or contact me with your questions and suggestions. This is a critical time for our industry!
All the best,
Chris Mitchell
Vice President, Global Government Relations
The Headlines at a Glance:
TOP NEWS OF THE WEEK
- EU Institutions Reach Deal on European Chips Act
QUOTE OF THE WEEK
- IPC’s Sanjay Huprikar Welcomes Tentative Deal on European Chips Act
IPC ADVOCACY AND YOU
- How Can Government Help or Hurt You in 2023?
ENVIRONMENT AND HEALTH
- EU Commission Seeks Comment on Taxonomy Criteria
- Lead Metal Included on ECHA List of Hazardous Substances
TRADE AND SUPPLY CHAIN
- IPC Praises U.S. Prioritization of Domestic PCBs and IC Substrates
UPCOMING EVENTS
- Critical Environmental Requirements for Electronics Conference 2023
HELP US SPREAD THE WORD ON SOCIAL MEDIA
KEEP IN TOUCH WITH US
TOP NEWS OF THE WEEK
EU Institutions Reach Deal on European Chips Act: This week the EU Institutions reached a provisional political agreement on the European Chips Act, paving the way to a regional framework on the European semiconductor ecosystem and supply chain security. The proposal has been the subject of months-long negotiations with the European Parliament and European Council, and now it must be finalized, endorsed, and formally adopted by the parliament and the council. IPC is welcoming the emphasis on strengthening Europe’s advanced packaging capability and its overall electronics manufacturing ecosystem. See our position on the initial draft legislation. Last week, IPC together with iMaps organized an executive meeting with EU policy representatives in Brussels, addressing the need for a long-term, silicon-to-systems approach to reinforcing Europe’s electronics manufacturing base. Read more in this IPC blog. IPC Contact: Alison James.
QUOTE OF THE WEEK
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“IPC is at the forefront of promoting silicon-to-systems manufacturing and innovation in Europe.”
– Sanjay Huprikar, President, Europe and South Asia Operations, IPC. On April 13, IPC co-hosted a meeting in Brussels with influential electronics companies and EU government officials to discuss the progress being made on the European Chips Act and additional steps needed to promote a more robust electronics manufacturing ecosystem. |
IPC ADVOCACY AND YOU
How Can Government Help or Hurt You in 2023? IPC is conducting a survey to gather information on the top concerns of electronics manufacturing professionals like you and how government policies can either help or hurt you in the next few years. The survey, which will help shape IPC's advocacy efforts in 2023, takes only a few minutes to complete and is a great opportunity to voice your concerns and shape future policies. Read an IPC blog about how you can be involved in IPC advocacy in 2023. IPC Contact: Chris Mitchell.
ENVIRONMENT & HEALTH
EU Commission Seeks Comment on Taxonomy Criteria: The European Commission has opened a consultation period for a new set of EU Taxonomy criteria for economic activities that contribute to one or more environmental policy objectives, which may include electronics manufacturing. IPC has previously provided feedback on the technical screening criteria for environmental objectives. You can share your comments on the new set of criteria during the consultation period. Please let us know if you have any questions. IPC Contact: Suhani Chitalia.
Lead Metal Recommended for Authorization: On April 12, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) published its final Recommendation for substances to be added to the Authorization List (Annex XIV) of the REACH regulation. Eight substances were on the Recommendation list, including lead (Pb) metal. This means that some uses of lead may need to be authorized for future applications, i.e., nonauthorized uses will not be allowed in the European Union. These uses may include lead in electronics and electrical equipment. It will be up to the Commission to determine possible exemptions and timelines for the authorization. IPC will continue to monitor policy developments. IPC contact: Kelly Scanlon.
TRADE AND SUPPLY CHAIN
IPC Praises U.S. Prioritization of Domestic PCBs and IC Substrates: IPC recently welcomed U.S. President Joe Biden's "presidential determination" prioritizing the domestic development of printed circuit boards (PCBs) and advanced packaging — including IC substrates — under Title III of the Defense Production Act (DPA). IPC and its allies have been calling on President Biden to address urgent industrial base vulnerabilities, and this move is another step toward securing the domestic supply of critical electronic components; moving beyond a silicon-only mindset; and rebuilding the wider U.S. electronics manufacturing industry. IPC Contact: Chris Mitchell.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Critical Environmental Requirements for Electronics Conference 2023: Virtual, June 6, 2023. How can you stay informed on chemical, product, and sustainability policies that affect the electronics industry? Join IPC and Information Technology Industry Council (ITI) for the 2023 Virtual Critical Environmental Requirements for Electronics Conference where industry experts will lead discussions on chemical restrictions, ecodesign policies in the United States and European Union; perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) regulations; and more. IPC Contact: Suhani Chitalia.
HELP US SPREAD THE WORD ON SOCIAL MEDIA
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IPC was pleased to join several European associations in signing a letter to EU leaders calling for the urgent consideration of a level playing field for the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CS3D). The aim of the legislation is to foster sustainable and responsible corporate behavior, anchored to human rights and environmental considerations. |
Stating that the current upheaval in the banking industry is “just the start of a wider banking crisis,” IPC Chief Economist Shawn DuBravac commented on IPC’s March Economic Outlook Report, and cautioned readers to “expect the coming months to remain volatile.” |
KEEP IN TOUCH WITH US
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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