ADVOCACY
Championing Home Furnishings Industry Causes
We champion the causes and issues that are important to you as a home furnishings retailer.
We lead work on the issues that are important to you as a home furnishings retailer. HFA seeks to advance policies at the local, state, regional, federal and international levels that will support and spur the advancement of the home furnishings industry. In the past, the HFA has advocated on issues related to sales tax collection, Interchange fees, consumer safety, EPA regulation, Department of Transportation regulation, and more.
The Home Furnishings Association (HFA) is committed to championing policies and initiatives supporting home furnishings retailers’ success and sustainability. We advocate for a business-friendly environment that fosters innovation, promotes fair competition, and strengthens the economic vitality of the home furnishings industry.
HFA actively engages with policymakers, industry stakeholders, and our members to shape the future of the home furnishings retail sector. Through legislative advocacy, education, and collaboration, we ensure that the voices of home furnishings retailers are heard and their interests are protected.
Together, we are building a stronger, more resilient home furnishings industry.
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Elevating Industry Voices at the HFA Washington D.C. Fly-In
HFA Washington D.C. Fly-In is an annual event that connects HFA members with elected officials, regulators, commissions, and Administration departments in Washington, D.C. to educate lawmakers about the home furnishings industry and to advocate for policies that support the industry’s growth and success. This event is an important opportunity for the home furnishings industry to make its voice heard. By meeting with their elected representatives, HFA members can raise awareness about the challenges facing the industry and advance policies that will help businesses grow and improve consumer safety.
Advocacy Resources
Access essential advocacy resources to stay informed and take action on key policy issues impacting the home furnishings industry. Download guides, reports, and toolkits to support your business.
Countries with Adjusted Tariff Rates Announced on April 2, 2025
Reciprocal tariffs will not apply to a selection of goods, including those listed in Annex-II Reciprocal Tariff Order
RECENT WEBINARS
Government Affairs Impacting the Home Furnishings Industry in 2025
ON-DEMAND RECORDING
Stay informed for 2025 with an exclusive webinar featuring HFA lobbyists. Get critical updates on government affairs, election outcomes, and key legislative developments impacting the home furnishings industry. Learn how HFA advocates for your business in a changing political landscape.
Our Key Advocacy Priorities:
1. Economic Growth & Business Development
We support policies that enable home furnishings retailers to thrive, including fair taxation, small business incentives, and workforce development programs. We advocate for regulatory frameworks that reduce unnecessary burdens and create a level playing field for businesses of all sizes.
2. Supply Chain & Logistics
We work to ensure a resilient and efficient supply chain by advocating for improved transportation infrastructure, streamlined import/export regulations, and fair trade policies that protect retailers from unnecessary costs and disruptions.
3. Consumer & Product Safety
HFA promotes responsible manufacturing and retailing practices that enhance consumer trust. We support reasonable and science-based safety regulations, product labeling requirements, and consumer education initiatives that protect businesses and customers.
4. Workforce Development & Labor Policies
We advocate for policies that address labor shortages, invest in workforce training, and support employee retention in the retail sector. This includes promoting career opportunities in home furnishings retail and ensuring fair labor standards that balance employer and employee needs.
5. Digital & E-Commerce Growth
Recognizing the rapid shift toward online and omnichannel retailing, we support policies that protect fair competition in digital marketplaces, safeguard consumer data privacy, and encourage technological innovation to enhance the customer experience.
6. Sustainability & Environmental Responsibility
HFA supports responsible environmental practices that align with business growth. We advocate for practical and achievable sustainability initiatives, including recycling programs, responsible sourcing, and energy-efficient business operations.
7. Retail Crime & Security
We work to combat rising retail crime by advocating for stronger enforcement of theft and fraud laws, better collaboration between retailers and law enforcement, and policies supporting safer retail environments.
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