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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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May. 12, 2025

Apparel And Footwear Industry Responds to U.S.-China De-Escalation Deal on Tariffs

AAFA responds to Joint Statement on U.S.-China Economic and Trade Meeting in Geneva

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May 19, 2025

AAFA Opposes USTR's Proposed Fees on Shipping Equipment

The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) submitted comments opposing U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)'s proposed fees on shipping containers, chassis, and ship-to-shore cranes.

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade, AAFA News

TYPE: Letters and Comments

5/19/2025 12:00:00 AM

May 12, 2025

Apparel And Footwear Industry Responds to U.S.-China De-Escalation Deal on Tariffs

AAFA responds to Joint Statement on U.S.-China Economic and Trade Meeting in Geneva

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Tariffs, Trade, AAFA News

TYPE: Press Releases

5/12/2025 12:00:00 AM

May 9, 2025

AAFA Shares Perspectives on Made in USA with USTR

AAFA shared perspectives on U.S. manufacturing with the U.S. Trade Representative and on how this industry supports the U.S. economy.

TOPICS: Tariffs, Trade, AAFA News

TYPE: Letters and Comments

5/9/2025 12:00:00 AM

May 7, 2025

AAFA Submits Comment to ECCC Regarding PFAS Management

AAFA submits comment to Environment and Climate Change Canada’s (ECCC) risk management approach to PFAS as it relates to textile products.

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade, AAFA News

TYPE: Letters and Comments

5/7/2025 12:00:00 AM

Apr. 30, 2025

AAFA Key Votes “Yes” S.J. Res 49 on Tariffs

AAFA sent a “Key Vote” letter urging all Senators to vote “Yes” on S.J. Res 49, a joint resolution which, if approved, terminates the national emergency declared to impose global tariffs.

TOPICS: Tariffs, Trade, AAFA News

TYPE: Letters and Comments

4/30/2025 12:00:00 AM

Apr. 30, 2025

AAFA Celebrates Visionary Leadership with the 2025 American Image Awards

AAFA hosted the 2025 American Image Awards last evening at the iconic Gotham Hall.

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

TYPE: Press Releases

4/30/2025 12:00:00 AM