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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.

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Oct. 14, 2025

AAFA Responds to New Port Fees on Chinese Owned and Operated Carriers

AAFA responds to a new port-fee-regime implemented by the Trump Administration.

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Oct. 17, 2025

AAFA Submits Comments to Commerce on Imports of PPE

AAFA submitted comments to the Department of Commerce regarding its Section 232 National Security Investigation recommending elimination of tariffs on imports of Personal Protective Equipment.

TOPICS: Trade

TYPE: Letters and Comments

10/17/2025 12:00:00 AM

Oct. 16, 2025

AAFA Submits Comments to USTR on Extension of Section 301 China Exclusions

AAFA submitted comments to the U.S. Trade Representative supporting the extension of the current China 301 exclusions, currently set to expire on November 29, 2025.

TOPICS: Trade

TYPE: Letters and Comments

10/16/2025 12:00:00 AM

Oct. 14, 2025

AAFA Responds to New Port Fees on Chinese Owned and Operated Carriers

AAFA responds to a new port-fee-regime implemented by the Trump Administration.

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Tariffs, Trade, AAFA News

TYPE: Press Releases

10/14/2025 12:00:00 AM

Oct. 6, 2025

AAFA Announces Executive Vice President Promotion as the Association Celebrates 25 PlusYear Heritage

AAFA announces Nate Herman as EVP.

TOPICS: AAFA News

TYPE: Press Releases

10/6/2025 12:00:00 AM

Oct. 2, 2025

Joint Association Letter to Congress Urging Renewal of Key Trade Programs

AAFA, FDRA, NRF, OIA, RILA, and USFIA sent a letter to Congressional Leadership urging prompt reauthorization of AGOA, and Haiti HOPE/HELP.

TOPICS: Customs, Trade

TYPE: Letters and Comments

10/2/2025 12:00:00 AM

Oct. 2, 2025

AAFA Calls for USG to Protect from Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits Promulgated by Platforms

AAFA submits comments to USTR for its annual Notorious Markets List.

TOPICS: Anti-counterfeits, Counterfeits, Brand Protection, Trade, Intellectual Property, AAFA News

TYPE: Press Releases

10/2/2025 12:00:00 AM