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

Stop Wall Street from Fleecing Merchants

RILA is working with regulators and lawmakers to bring more competition to the payments arena.

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Keeping Supply Chains Open & Resilient

Keeping Supply Chains Open & Resilient

RILA supports infrastructure policy that invests in American growth & upgrades the nation’s aging & congested ports, highways, airports, and bridges.

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Competition

Competition

RILA believes that strong competition in industries connected to retail will benefit consumers and allow retailers to thrive.

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Promoting Market Access & Forging Trade Relationships

Promoting 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.

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Keeping Taxes Stable & Fair

Keeping Taxes Stable & Fair

RILA is urging policymakers to ensure all profitable companies pay a minimum tax before they consider raising the corporate tax rate.

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Protecting Consumer Privacy and Consumer Preferences

Protecting 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.

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Connect with Industry Experts

Austen Jensen
Executive Vice President, Government Affairs
RILA
Jess Dankert
Vice President, Supply Chain
RILA
Blake Harden
Vice President, International Trade
RILA
Justin Goldberger
Vice President, Technology Policy
RILA
Sarah Gilmore
Director, Government Affairs
RILA
Ellen Jackson
Senior Manager, Government Affairs
RILA

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

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