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Mattress Recycling Council
New Mattress Recycling Requirements for Oregon: What You Need to Know

Starting January 1, 2025, Oregon will launch a statewide mattress recycling program aimed at reducing waste and promoting sustainability. This new initiative is the result of Oregon’s Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) authorizing the Mattress Recycling Council (MRC) to establish a mattress stewardship program following the approval of a revised

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Home Furnishings Association
Urgent Action Required: Navigating Changes to De Minimis Exemption in Furniture Retail

As the international trade landscape continues to evolve, furniture retailers must stay informed and proactive about regulatory changes that could impact their businesses. Recent developments surrounding the de minimis exemption—allowing goods valued under $800 to bypass standard Customs and Border Protection (CBP) inspections—present both challenges and opportunities that retailers cannot

Ron and Todd Wanek with Ashley Team
Home Furnishings Association
Industry Giant Ashley Furniture Industries Wins HFA Manufacturer of the Year

Ashley Furniture Industries Recognized as the First HFA Manufacturer of the Year Ashley Furniture Industries has established itself as a leader in the home furnishings industry and a deserving recipient of the first HFA Manufacturer of the Year award. Ashley has achieved remarkable growth and sustained success through a strong

Jeff Child HFA's 2024 Trailblazer Award Recipient
Home Furnishings Association
Jeff Child Inspires as HFA’s 2024 Trailblazer of the Year

The team at RC Willey thought the best way to honor their president, Jeff Child, and host the awarding of the HFA Trailblazer of the Year award was to bring team members from around the company to an event at their headquarters in Salt Lake City. It is no wonder.

Mark and Lynwood Mueller
Home Furnishings Association
From Legacy to Excellence: Mueller Furniture Earns Retailer of the Year

Show Me St. Louis is a mid-morning television show capturing the pulse of the city. On a recent episode, Mueller Furniture was highlighted as HFA’s Retailer of the Year (under 50 employees), showcasing their values and dedication to the community. With a legacy dating back to 1927, Mueller Furniture’s current

Home Furnishings Association
Shannon Williams Recognized as One of AHF Hall of Fame Future Leaders

The American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame Foundation, Inc., has announced the prestigious 2024 Paul Broyhill Future Leaders Award recipients. Among them is Shannon Williams, incoming Chief Executive Officer of the Home Furnishings Association (HFA). Williams, a dynamic and innovative executive, has been selected for outstanding leadership, personal growth, and

Young girl child climbing on modern high dresser furniture, danger of dresser dipping over concept. Children home hazards.
Home Furnishings User
Important Safety Reminder with Tip-Over and the STURDY Act

The STURDY Act (Stop Tip-overs of Unstable, Risky Dressers on Youth) was passed by Congress and signed into law as ASTM F 20657-23, effective on September 2, 2023.  The Home Furnishings Association supports furniture safety and the STURDY regulations.  Unfortunately, consumers can still find non-compliant clothing storage units in secondary-market

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