March 2026 Advocacy Update

Advocacy Updates
Written By NIFDA

The Advocacy Committee continues to make progress across three key workstreams, building on 2026 priorities while laying the groundwork for longer-term federal and state impact.

1. Make American Flags in America Act (2026 Focus)

Work continues to advance the Make American Flags in America Act.

  • Members were recently asked to contact their Congressional representatives to help move the bill forward. If you missed that email, you can view it here.

  • If you have reached out, please let us know at members@nifda.net so we can coordinate follow-up efforts

 

2. Federal Strategy for 2027 (In Partnership with NCTO)

NIFDA and FMAA are working with NCTO to define priorities for a new federal bill in the 2027 Congress.

Key areas under consideration:

  • Strengthening the definition and labeling of U.S. flags to improve consumer transparency

  • Evaluating tariff structures and trade policy tools impacting imported flags

  • Enhancing enforcement of country-of-origin labeling requirements

Next steps:

  • Conducting research to inform draft legislative language

  • Identifying potential sponsors and building bipartisan support

 

3. State-Level Advocacy and Dealer Engagement

NIFDA is expanding efforts to support dealer-led advocacy at the state level.

  • Tracking current state legislation related to American-made U.S. and state flags

  • Developing a dedicated state-level advocacy webpage, including:

    • A state-by-state view of existing legislation

    • A legislative “playbook” to help dealers initiate efforts in their own states

Additional opportunities for member involvement will be shared as this work progresses.

NIFDA
Next

February 2026 Advocacy Updates