Meet the Public Affairs Team
RILA’s Public Affairs team works with policymakers, industry leaders, and stakeholders to advance policies that support economic growth, strengthen the retail workforce, and promote vibrant communities across the United States.
Retail’s Policy Experts
The RILA Public Affairs team represents the retail industry in Washington, engaging with Congress, federal agencies, and stakeholders to advance policies that support a strong and competitive retail marketplace.
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Public Policy Committees
This is the optional widget sub header text. You can change or remove this text.Finance Leaders Council
Chief accounting officers, treasurers and/or controllers discuss positions on issues relating to financial reporting and procedures.Government Affairs Committee
Senior government relations executives from retail member companies shape RILA's public policy agenda and advocacy efforts at the federal level.International Trade and Customs Committee
Trade and import compliance experts collaborate on global trade policy, tariffs, and customs regulations affecting retail supply chains.Payments Committee
Retail legal, privacy, and payments leaders collaborate on emerging payment technologies, fraud prevention, and regulatory developments affecting retail payment systems.Public Policy Steering Committee
Senior-most government affairs executives from premier retail member companies helps set the strategy of RILA's public policy work.Retail Labor and Employment Committee
Labor and HR executives collaborate on the employment and labor issues impacting retail, sharing insights and helping shape policy conversations that affect the industry.State Affairs Committee
Retail government affairs and policy leaders collaborate on state legislation, regulatory developments, and advocacy strategies impacting retail operations and compliance.Tax Advisory Council
Senior retail tax leaders provide strategic counsel on corporate tax policy, regulatory priorities, and legislative issues impacting retail operations and long-term investment.Tax Committee
Retail tax professionals collaborate on federal tax legislation, regulatory developments, and compliance issues affecting the retail industry.Transportation & Logistics Committee
Retail transportation executives collaborate to improve freight movement, reduce disruptions, and shape infrastructure policy that keeps supply chains efficient and competitive.Retail Policy Insights & News
Blog Post
Pro-Growth Tax Policy and What It Means for Retailers
Blog Post
Why the Top 10% of Offenders Drive Most Retail Crime Loss
Blog Post
USPS Fuel Surcharge and What It Means for Retail
Blog Post
Why Predictable Trade Policy Matters to Retail
Press Release
RLC Urges High Court Review of Expanded China Tariffs
Blog Post
Organized Retail Crime Is a Federal Issue—Not Just a Store Level Problem
