Item 8.01. Other Events.

Lattice Semiconductor Corporation (the "Company") issued a press release announcing that its Board of Directors has authorized a share repurchase program of up to $20.0 million of the Company's common stock over the next 12 months. In connection with the new stock repurchase program, the Company intends to enter into a 10b5-1 plan, which will allow for repurchases of up to $20.0 million. How much common stock, if any, will be repurchased will depend on market conditions, including the price of the common stock.

See the press release attached as Exhibit 99.1.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits.

Exhibit No. Description
99.1 Press Release dated February 27, 2013 (furnished herewith)

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