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As the voice of the apparel and footwear industry, we work tirelessly to showcase and protect the important jobs we create in the U.S. and around the world. Learn what’s going on in the industry by keeping up with our news and advocacy efforts.

Browse our most recent press releases, letters, and comments.

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Apr. 17, 2024

AAFA Celebrates Integrity and Impact with the 2024 American Image Awards

AAFA hosted the 2024 AAFA American Image Awards last evening at the iconic Gotham Hall in midtown Manhattan.

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Apr. 23, 2024

Joint Association Post Hearing Letter for USITC Apparel Export Competitiveness Investigation

The American Apparel & Footwear Association, the National Retail Federation, the Retail Industry Leaders Association, and the U.S. Fashion Industry Associated jointly submitted a post hearing statement to include in the public record of Investigation

TOPICS: Trade

TYPE: Letters and Comments

4/23/2024 10:38:36 AM

Apr. 22, 2024

AAFA Opposes CPSC Slip Resistance Petition

AAFA opposed a poorly evidenced petition to mandate testing and labeling of slip resistance for all footwear.

TOPICS: Product Safety, AAFA News

TYPE: Letters and Comments

4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

Apr. 17, 2024

AAFA Celebrates Integrity and Impact with the 2024 American Image Awards

AAFA hosted the 2024 AAFA American Image Awards last evening at the iconic Gotham Hall in midtown Manhattan.

TOPICS: Product Safety, Brand Protection, Supply Chain, Trade, AAFA News

TYPE: Press Releases

4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

Apr. 15, 2024

AAFA Joins Letter to the Administration Regarding Digital Trade

AAFA joined a letter to the NSC and NEC regarding USTR’s retreat from digital trade protections.

TOPICS: Trade

TYPE: Letters and Comments

4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

Apr. 15, 2024

Industry Presses Progress on Overdue GSP Renewal

AAFA expressed its support for renewal of GSP, applauding the GSP Reform Act introduced today.

TOPICS: Product Safety, Supply Chain, Trade, AAFA News

TYPE: Press Releases

4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

Apr. 11, 2024

AAFA Sends Letter to Congressional Leaders Urging Immediate Reauthorization on Haiti HOPE/HELP

AAFA sent a letter to the Congressional Leadership requesting the immediate reauthorization of three Haiti HOPE/HELP programs.

TOPICS: Sourcing, Customs, Trade

TYPE: Letters and Comments

4/11/2024 12:49:26 PM