Legal Affairs and Compliance

Our Focus

With an ever-changing legal landscape, RILA's Legal Affairs and Compliance offerings are committed to providing members a forum to network, share best practices and take action on the most pressing legal issues of the day. RILA's councils, committees and working groups are positioned to lead the retail industry, with an eye on both state and federal regulations. From environmental compliance and product safety to employment law and privacy, the legal departments of leading retailers face daily challenges that impact virtually every facet of retail operations.

Ensuring Safe and Affordable Products

RILA is working with lawmakers to help shape policies that protect our customers and meet expectations on demands to act on environmental concerns.

Product Safety

RILA's consumer product vision is to focus on federal regulations, legislation and product safety issues impacting the retail sector.

Public Policy Agenda

RILA works with policymakers of both parties to help shape a dynamic and growing economy that allows retailers and communities they serve to thrive.

Regulatory Comment Letters

Submitted comments to key regulatory agencies in effort to collaborate on solutions & help shape agency actions impacting our industry.

Competition

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

Stop Wall Street from Fleecing Merchants

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

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.