Congress has recessed until after Labor Day and Members will be spending the next month in their home states and districts. Here are some of the companies that have created more – and better – jobs since Congress last renewed GSP: WorldFinds in Westmont, Illinois: After paying $55,000 in extra taxes during expiration, GSP renewal...
Continue readingOn Monday, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross honored 32 U.S companies and organizations with the President’s “E” Award. Secretary Ross stated: “Job creation is a top priority for the Trump administration. As we kick off World Trade Week, it is a pleasure to honor these companies who increase our domestic exports and cre...
Continue readingIn the first quarter of 2017, GSP saved American companies $173 million in eliminated tariffs. Year-to-date savings crossed the $1 million threshold for 6 states, including Alabama, Arizona, Louisiana, Minnesota, Missouri, and Nevada. In total, GSP savings through March exceeded $1 million for 28 states plus Puerto Rico. The map below shows the ove...
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