The Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) program eliminates U.S. tariffs (i.e., taxes) on certain imports from developing countries. GSP imports in 2011 totaled $18.5 billion and the program saved American companies more than $700 million. GSP saved Oregon companies an estimated $4.8 million in 2011. Oregon companies imported an estimated $113 m...
Continue readingWith its most recent update, our Supporter List now includes companies operating in 48 states and 292 congressional districts. You can download the list of GSP Supporters by district here. You can add your company name by emailing here. New York’s 14th (Carolyn Maloney) is the top district with nine companies. Californi...
Continue readingThe latest in “The American Faces of GSP Expiration” series. This small, Oregon-based manufacturer has seen raw material costs increase by more than $30,000 because of GSP expiration. Please contact the Coalition to be profiled in our “Faces” series.
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