Harper’s Law

Image shows a safety sticker on a dresser drawer
Doug Clark
Harper’s Law takes effect in New York

Harper’s Law takes effect Oct. 12 in New York State, putting greater responsibility for furniture safety on retailers there. Under this law, retailers may not sell new clothing storage units that don’t comply with ASTM’s stability standards. In addition, they must display, keep in stock and offer for sale tip-restraint

You might also like

More From The HFA

Succession planning is critical to protecting the future of a home furnishings retail business, yet many owners wait too long to start. Whether the transition

Register To Attend

Leveling the Playing Field: Tariff Enforcement and the Fight for Fair Competition Join Home Furnishings Association CEO Peter Theran for a discussion with Keith Koenig,

Register To Attend