AAFA, FDRA Urge Trump to Act Swiftly on Counterfeit Crackdown in First 100 Days

Trade Groups Urge Trump to Act Swiftly on Counterfeit Crackdown in First 100 Days

According to a recent article by Footwear News, trade associations, including the American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) and Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America (FDRA), have called on President-elect Donald Trump to prioritize anti-counterfeiting measures during his upcoming term.

In a joint letter, the groups emphasized the need for stricter enforcement of intellectual property (IP) laws to protect businesses and consumers from counterfeit goods.

They also urged the administration to back legislation like the SHOP SAFE Act, which aims to hold e-commerce platforms accountable for fake products sold online.

To learn more about these initiatives and their potential impact, continue reading the full article on FootwearNews.com.

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