OR HB4104Oregon HB4104 aimed to expand financial support for businesses in the semiconductor industry by allowing state grants to be awarded to firms eligible for federal assistance but that had not applied for it. It proposed to rename the existing Oregon CHIPS Fund to better reflect its mission and declared an emergency for immediate implementation. Ultimately, the bill did not pass.
OR HB4104 is a house bill in the Oregon 2026 Legislative Measures, sponsored by Daniel Nguyen (D), currently “Failed” since March 6, 2026.
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Supporters of HB4104 would highlight its potential to foster innovation and economic growth in Oregon's semiconductor sector by providing crucial funding to businesses that might otherwise miss out on federal assistance. They would argue that renaming the fund signifies a commitment to strengthening local industries and creating jobs in the state.
Critics of HB4104 might express concerns about the effectiveness of expanding state grants without ensuring that businesses are actively pursuing federal funding first. They could argue that this approach may lead to inefficiencies and misallocation of state resources, ultimately undermining the intended economic development goals.
About This Analysis
This summary was generated using AI from the bill's official text and metadata. Data sourced from LegiScan and the Oregon Legislative Assembly. Conflict-of-interest analysis for this bill is coming soon.
What does OR HB4104 do?
Oregon HB4104 aimed to expand financial support for businesses in the semiconductor industry by allowing state grants to be awarded to firms eligible for federal assistance but that had not applied for it. It proposed to rename the existing Oregon CHIPS Fund to better reflect its mission and declared an emergency for immediate implementation. Ultimately, the bill did not pass.
What is the status of OR HB4104?
OR HB4104 is currently “Failed” in the Oregon legislature.
Who sponsored OR HB4104?
Daniel Nguyen (D) sponsored OR HB4104.
