As the policy landscape around tariffs continues to evolve, the Home Furnishings Association is closely monitoring developments that may affect our members—particularly regarding Section 232 steel and aluminum duties and potential tariff refunds. TARIFFS UPDATE – Supreme Court Decision Pending We are still awaiting a decision from the U.S. Supreme
In 2025, the Home Furnishings Association continued to be a unified voice for furniture retailers, advocating for policies that protect and promote the industry’s vitality. From fighting burdensome tariffs to navigating shifting regulatory landscapes, HFA worked tirelessly to ensure our members’ interests were heard at every level of government. A
The start of the new year brings important updates on trade policy that directly affect the home furnishings industry. As of January 1, 2026, key changes to Section 232 tariffs have gone into effect—or, in some cases, have been strategically postponed. Here’s what home furnishings retailers need to know and
On December 10, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) submitted a key response in the Court of International Trade (CIT) regarding ongoing lawsuits related to potential refunds of tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). In its filing, the DOJ acknowledged that U.S. Customs and Border Protection
The Home Furnishings Association (HFA) is aware that many retailers have been following the recent news regarding Costco’s tariff lawsuit, which challenges newly imposed federal tariffs, and may be wondering about the implications this situation could have for their own importing practices. To ensure members remain informed, HFA is sharing
The Home Furnishings Association (HFA) is closely following the latest developments surrounding the ongoing Supreme Court hearings on the legality of tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), specifically, the “reciprocal” and “fentanyl” tariffs enacted during the Trump Administration. Where Things Stand Hearings began this past week,
The trade relationship between the US and China has been marked by a history of escalation and negotiation on several key issues over the past few years. Recently, China announced that it would impose strict export controls on rare earth minerals, which are critical to global supply chains. In response,
In recent weeks, the United States and China have exchanged escalating rhetoric and statements about trade and rare earth minerals. As each side has worked to address lingering concerns over those issues, President Trump has continued working with other Southeast Asian countries to improve access to markets and rare earth
You haven’t missed anything — and we’re still watching closely for you. While there have been no new developments since our last update, the Home Furnishings Association continues to monitor trade policy negotiations and regulatory changes that could significantly impact your business. We remain fully engaged in tracking the implementation
On September 29, 2025, the White House announced sweeping tariffs under Section 232 targeting imports of timber, wood products, furniture, and cabinetry. Since that announcement, HFA has been working closely with our Washington-based lobbyist and trade advisors to understand its potential impact on the home furnishings industry. We are still collecting information
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