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At the heart of all retailers’ promise to consumers is providing them access to the products they need and want at the best possible prices. Imperative to that goal is the ability to operate in an environment that promotes free trade, supply chain resiliency, innovation, and fair and strong competition both in the U.S. and abroad.
Challenges over the last several years have battle-tested retailers’ ability to deliver for consumers and in large part they have succeeded thanks to their ability to innovate and maintain nimble supply chains. But these challenges and opportunities also highlight why it is critical for public policy to support retail. When policies are fair and allow retailers to compete, customers, communities, and workers all benefit.
A Deeper Look into Supporting Free Markets and Fostering Innovation
Stop Wall Street from Fleecing Merchants
RILA is working with regulators and lawmakers to bring more competition to the payments arena.
Learn MoreKeeping Supply Chains Open & Resilient
RILA supports infrastructure policy that invests in American growth & upgrades the nation’s aging & congested ports, highways, airports, and bridges.
Learn MoreCompetition
RILA believes that strong competition in industries connected to retail will benefit consumers and allow retailers to thrive.
Learn MorePromoting Market Access & Forging Trade Relationships
Retailers are the largest U.S. importers and understand the important role trade plays in fostering U.S. economic competitiveness.
Learn MoreKeeping Taxes Stable & Fair
RILA is urging policymakers to ensure all profitable companies pay a minimum tax before they consider raising the corporate tax rate.
Learn MoreProtecting Consumer Privacy and Consumer Preferences
RILA believes a federal privacy framework should be designed to protect consumers and provide clear rules for individuals, businesses, and government.
Learn MoreConnect with Industry Experts
RILA believes competition is the hallmark of America’s retail industry. It drives innovation and brings consumers lower prices and new products and services.
Austen Jensen, RILA Executive Vice President of Government Affairs
Discover How Retail Supports Free Markets and Innovation
Looking Ahead: Supply Chain Policy Outlook in 2025
- By [Sarah Gilmore]
- 11/21/2024
Looking Ahead: Payments Policy Outlook in 2025
- By [Austen Jensen]
- 11/21/2024
Leading Retailers Implore Senators to Lower Credit Card Fees
- By [Austen Jensen]
- 11/19/2024
Court Ruling on Overtime Rule a Win for Workers, Retailers
- By [Evan Armstrong]
- 11/15/2024
Retailers Using LINK to Prepare For Supply Chain Turbulence
- By [Jess Dankert]
- 11/14/2024
CPSC Safety Standard for Toys: Requirements re: Cell Buttons
- 11/14/2024
Supply Chain Theft and Cargo Theft Legislation
- By [Sarah Gilmore]
- 11/13/2024
Retailers Congratulate President-Elect Trump & New Congress
- By [Brian Dodge]
- 11/06/2024
What’s New at LINK2025: A Smarter Approach to Networking
- By [Jess Dankert]
- 10/23/2024
Immigration Landscape: 2024 Review & 2025 Look Ahead
- By [Austin Gold]
- 10/17/2024
Retailers Welcome Progress to Keep Ports Open for Business
- By [Jess Dankert, Sarah Gilmore]
- 10/03/2024
Retailers Frustrated by Port Strike, Call for Resolution
- By [Brian Dodge]
- 09/30/2024