ACSA joined a broad coalition of maritime, agriculture, manufacturing, and trade organizations urging the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) to extend the suspension of Section 301 fees on China-built and China-linked vessels. The coalition emphasized that extending the suspension would help avoid additional transportation costs for U.S. importers and exporters while supporting reliable, competitive access to […]

Please use the link below for a glance at the upcoming events for the week of September 21. Document here.

The American Cotton Shippers Association (ACSA) thanks the Administration for their strong support of the Buying American Cotton Act (S. 1919). The legislation represents an important opportunity to strengthen American agriculture, increase support for U.S.-grown cotton, and advance the health and well-being of American consumers. In its Statement of Administration Policy, the White House expressed […]

ACSA joined nearly 200 organizations in supporting the Combating Organized Retail Crime Act (CORCA), legislation aimed at addressing the growing threat of organized retail theft and supply chain crime. The coalition’s letter to Senate leadership reflects strong support for coordinated efforts to combat criminal activity that disrupts businesses, increases costs, and impacts supply chains nationwide. […]

The Great American Cotton Plan outlines a comprehensive strategy to strengthen the U.S. cotton industry by expanding demand, enhancing competitiveness, and supporting domestic supply chains. The plan emphasizes market-driven solutions that promote the use of U.S.-grown cotton while creating long-term opportunities for producers, merchants, manufacturers, and consumers. ACSA appreciates Secretary Rollins and her team for […]

The American Cotton Shippers Association joined a coalition of agricultural organizations in a letter to Congress urging a balanced approach to rail safety legislation that protects both safety and supply chain efficiency. The group emphasized the importance of a reliable freight rail network to U.S. agriculture and raised concerns that certain proposed mandates could increase […]