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The Importance of the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement for Washington State
The US-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) is vital to Washington state’s economic health, supporting trade relationships with the state’s two largest regional partners. From January to July 2025, Washington exported $6.7 billion in goods to Canada and Mexico—more than 20% of the state’s total goods exports—while importing $10.7 billion. The agreement provides critical tariff-free access that saved Washington businesses an estimated $90 million in direct tariff costs during this period. With certain industries relying on these markets for over 90% of their exports, and recent federal tariff actions threatening supply chains, the USMCA remains essential for protecting Washington exporters, stabilizing costs for importers, and sustaining thousands of jobs across the state. This report analyzes trade flows, tariff impacts, and the specific industries most dependent on North American trade partnerships.
International Emergency Economic Powers Act Tariffs: The Impact on Washington State
Discover how International Emergency Economic Powers Act tariffs (IEEPA) could cost Washington state businesses and consumers up to $21 billion in new duties and tariffs.
What Do the Tariffs Against Canada, Mexico, and China Mean for Oregon?
The Proposal On February 1, President Donald Trump issued three executive orders imposing steep tariffs on the United States’ top trading partners: Canada, Mexico, and China. Citing national security concerns over immigration and fentanyl trafficking, the...
What Do the Tariff Threats Against Canada, Mexico, and China Mean for Washington?
The Proposal On February 1, President Donald Trump issued three executive orders imposing steep tariffs on the United States’ top trading partners: Canada, Mexico, and China. Citing national security concerns over immigration and fentanyl trafficking, the...
How the Proposed Trump Administration Tariffs Likely Will Impact Washington State’s Economy
“Canada, Mexico, and China are the Northwest’s top trading partners, and 40% of the jobs in Washington state are tied to trade. Tariffs will decrease Washington state’s robust exporting economy and raise prices at the grocery store. Instead, we need to establish more...
Policy Brief: Digital Trade and Its Impact on the Northwest’s Economy
What is digital trade, how does it affect the economy of the Northwest, and what can the U.S. do to enhance its digital trade economy?
Policy Brief: De Minimis Threshold
What is a “de minimis threshold”? In an international trade context, a “de minimis” refers to shipments of imports falling below a minimum value and are eligible for duty-free entry, subject to certain conditions. Per Section 321, 19 USC 1321, the de minimis threshold for imports into the United States is $800 per person per day.
New Report: Washington State’s Agriculture and Seafood Export Opportunities
How does Washington state’s agriculture trade impact the state’s economy, what are barriers to growth, and what can be done to expand it? Read our report here.
New Report Released! The Future of Trade: Positioning Washington State for Economic Growth in the Next Decade
Favorable geography, a diverse economy, and an expansive public port system have enabled Washington state’s economy to reap the benefits of international trade helping the state’s businesses and farmers to thrive in the global marketplace