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June brought a wave of visibility for circular fashion. American Circular Textiles co-hosted the first-ever G7 Circular Design Workshop and continued federal advocacy through the Americas Act. Members marked key milestones—from textile-to-textile recycling announcements to new certifications and resale programs—while shifting trade policies and tariff updates signaled broader changes ahead for the industry.
June 2025
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Policy took center stage with the launch of the bipartisan Recommerce Caucus and Rhode Island’s passage of a textile recycling education bill. At the federal level, tariff decisions loom large, while France leads globally with a first-of-its-kind anti-fast fashion ad ban. American Circular Textiles participated in leading events and earned national media attention, reinforcing circularity’s growing role in public discourse. Members advanced innovation, opened new facilities, and expanded retail presence—all signaling steady growth and alignment across the ecosystem.
July 2025
Trade policy took center stage this month as President Trump's executive orders eliminated the de minimis exemption and raised textile tariffs to 19% or higher. American Circular Textiles is advocating for carveouts to protect circular innovators and launched a PRO Accountability Framework for California's EPR rollout, earning national media attention. Extended producer responsibility programs advanced in California, Washington, and New York, while France's protests exposed implementation challenges. Members achieved key milestones with new partnerships and industry recognition, signaling continued growth despite investment gaps and fast fashion's persistence.