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NewsThe Haitian TimesAugust 17, 2026Miami-Dade

Senate extends Haiti HOPE and HELP trade programs for two years

The U.S. Senate approved a two-year extension of the Haiti HOPE and HELP trade programs, which provide duty-free access to the U.S. market for Haitian apparel. This action restores stability to the sector following a lapse in the programs last year.

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Why It Matters

The extension ensures that Haitian apparel manufacturers can continue to export goods to the United States without tariffs for the next two years, impacting the primary export industry of the Haitian economy.

Key Facts

  • The U.S. Senate passed a two-year extension for the Haiti HOPE and HELP trade programs.
  • The programs provide duty-free access to the U.S. market for Haitian-made apparel.
  • The extension follows a lapse in the programs that occurred last year.
  • The legislation includes a retroactive fix for the previous lapse period.

Who's Mentioned

organizationAmerican Apparel & Footwear Association“Industry group advocating for the extension.”organizationTrump administration“Executive branch currently overseeing trade and foreign policy.”organizationU.S. Senate“Legislative body that passed the extension.”personBeth Hughes“AAFA Vice President of Trade and Customs Policy.”personRaphael Warnock“U.S. Senator (D-GA) who helped secure the measure.”personChuck Schumer“Senate Minority Leader (D-NY) who supported the bill.”otherHaiti HOPE and HELP“Trade programs providing duty-free access for Haitian apparel.”