Leading in the Community

RILA advances policies that strengthen communities, support public safety, and promote responsible environmental stewardship while helping retailers contribute to local economic growth.

Policy Priority Area

Strengthening Communities and Public Safety

Through the Retail Works for All of Us framework, RILA advances policies that strengthen communities, support public safety, and promote responsible environmental stewardship. These priorities help retailers contribute to local economic growth while delivering value to the communities they serve.

Climate & Sustainability

Retail leaders are advancing climate and sustainability solutions while working with policymakers to develop balanced environmental policies that reduce impact, strengthen supply chains, and support economic growth.

Organized Retail Crime, Counterfeits & Marketplaces

Retailers support policies that combat organized retail crime, increase transparency in online marketplaces, and stop the sale of stolen and counterfeit goods.

Retail Impact on Communities

Retailers strengthen communities through job creation, local investment, disaster response, and partnerships that support economic growth and neighborhood resilience.

Incident Preparedness and Response

Retailers play a critical role in helping communities prepare for and recover from emergencies by delivering essential goods, supporting relief efforts, and coordinating with government partners.

Keeping Taxes Stable and Fair

Retailers support tax policies that promote fairness, encourage investment, and allow businesses to continue creating jobs and supporting communities.

Policy Leadership
Connect with Issue Area Experts

In our experience working with RILA members, we know there is a deep industry-wide commitment to combatting climate change. We also know that each company has within its operations opportunities to take action and make an impact.

Erin Hiatt

SVP, Retail Operations - RILA

News & Insights
Retail Policy Insights & News

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Leading in the Community

Strengthening Communities and Public Safety

Climate & Sustainability

Organized Retail Crime, Counterfeits & Marketplaces

Retail Impact on Communities

Incident Preparedness and Response

Keeping Taxes Stable and Fair

Connect with Issue Area Experts

Lisa LaBruno

Jason Brewer

Evan Armstrong

Erin Hiatt

Khris Hamlin

Melissa Murdock

Ginger Gibson

Caroline Niery

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