AAFA points out that Congress also faces a government shutdown, which means AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP renewal could face unnecessary delays. AAFA points out that Congress also faces a government shutdown, which means renewal could face unnecessary delays. Similarly, it says that for over 15 years, the Haiti HOPE/HELP programmes have supported both US and Haitian textile industries by granting Haiti duty-free access for apparel and textile products, building strong business ties between the two neighbouring nations. AAFA points out the programmes enjoy strong bipartisan backing and support American cotton and textile exports. Last month (September), AAFA said the lack of certainty surrounding AGOA and Haiti’s HOPE and HELP renewal was already stymying investment opportunities.