ELGIN, Texas — A semiconductor chip manufacturing facility in Elgin is getting help from the state to expand.

On Wednesday, Gov. Greg Abbott announced Yerico Manufacturing will receive a $1.3 million Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund (TSIF) grant. The grant will help add an additional 50,000 square feet to the existing facility so the company can boost production.

The company has been in Elgin since 2002. It makes, refurbishes and repairs the products that help make semiconductor chips, which are used in everything from computers to cars.

Abbott said the project is expected to create 30 new jobs and more than $13 million in capital investment.

“Texas is leading a new era of innovation in manufacturing,” said Abbott. “Yerico’s $13 million expansion of their semiconductor equipment ref

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