A sweeping Russia sanctions law signed just last month (The Graham Act) is now largely on hold, and the details matter for furniture retail supply chains. Here’s a quick rundown of where things stand as of late October 2026. Here’s what happened: Sept. 16–18, 2026: Congress passed the Lindsey O.
On September 1, 2026, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) issued an advance notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPRM), requesting input from the importing community on a series of significant changes it is considering to implement Executive Order 14411, “Strengthening Customs Enforcement,” signed June 3, 2026. The notice was filed on
The home furnishings industry faces significant challenges rooted in the global trade landscape. As American retailers and importers honor stringent tariff requirements and compliance standards, some foreign competitors exploit loopholes, leaving responsible businesses at a disadvantage. This evolving problem centers on tariff evasion, fraudulent import practices, and inconsistent enforcement, all
Following the Supreme Court’s February 2026 ruling striking down IEEPA tariffs, a significant refund opportunity remains available to home furnishings retailers and importers. If you paid duties between February 4, 2025, and February 24, 2026, those payments may now be refund-eligible. But there’s a catch: time doesn’t wait for anyone.
Following the Supreme Court ruling invalidating IEEPA tariff rates, President Trump enacted a temporary (150 days) 10% global tariff rate under Section 122. With that temporary rate set to expire on July 24th, the Trump Administration prepared new Section 301 investigations focused on forced labor and excess manufacturing capacity in
As of July 22, 2026, furniture retailers face a rapidly changing trade environment with potential implications for product costs, sourcing, and inventory planning. New Section 301 tariffs on imports from Brazil took effect today, while a 50% tariff on specified Canadian goods under Section 338 is scheduled to take effect
It’s been a busy week on the tariff front, and this is HFA’s third advocacy update for home furnishings retailers as developments continue to unfold, an indication of how significant we believe these changes are for our members. The Trump Administration’s appeal to the Supreme Court on IEEPA-related refunds has
Home furnishings retailers are facing a rapidly changing trade and customs environment, with several recent federal actions that could increase costs, tighten compliance obligations, and add uncertainty to global supply chains. Together, these developments could affect sourcing strategy, pricing, product flow, and day-to-day operations across the industry. Recent actions include
Upcoming Section 301 tariff decisions could have meaningful consequences for home furnishings retailers, shaping costs, sourcing, and competitiveness in the months ahead. As the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) reviews existing tariffs and considers possible reductions on certain goods from China, it is important for retailers to stay informed, understand the
The Home Furnishings Association’s Government Relations Action Team recently convened in Washington, DC, for its 2026 DC Fly-In, bringing the voice of home furnishings retailers directly to federal lawmakers and agency stakeholders. Over the course of the Fly-In, HFA representatives met with Congressman Addison McDowell (R-6th/NC), Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA),
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