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As the US trade association for leading retailers, RILA provides a substantive perspective on the many issues facing the industry today. Our experts are well-versed in both industry operations and public policy and the important link between the two. By serving as a voice for our members in the press, we help drive the retail policy agenda forward and showcase exciting industry initiatives.
Browse our latest news below and reach out to our communications team to ensure you never miss an industry scoop.
Melissa Murdock
Vice President, Communications & Media Affairs
melissa.murdock@rila.org
Inside the New York Fashion Tech Lab

RILA's Retail Innovation Center sat down with NYFTLab Managing Director Jackie Trebilcock to learn more about NYFTLab’s program and what makes it a great opportunity for both startups and retailers alike.
Read MoreLatest Press Releases
SCOTUS Sides with Innovation in Copyright Case
- Apr 5, 2021
SCOTUS Texts STOP to End TCPA Abuse
- Apr 1, 2021
Fix Tax Disparities, Don’t Raise Corporate Tax Rate
- Mar 31, 2021
Latest Blog Posts

Extended Producer Responsibility Bills Gain Momentum
- 04/09/2021
A Threat Against Employee Rights
- By [Patrick Brady]
- 03/30/2021

Recap: Retail Product Safety at ICPHSO
- By [Kathleen McGuigan, Susan Kirsch, Luisa Lobo]
- 03/30/2021
Maine Bill Would Limit Workforce Flexibility
- By [Patrick Brady]
- 03/22/2021

Retailers Outline Trade Priorities for USTR Tai
- By [Blake Harden]
- 03/22/2021
Recap: Senate Finance Hearing on Forced Labor
- By [Blake Harden]
- 03/19/2021

Retail Standing Up Against Hate
- By [Brian Dodge]
- 03/18/2021
Public Pressure Secures Delay in Interchange Fee Hike
- By [Austen Jensen]
- 03/17/2021

Title 20: Energy Efficiency Regulations in California
- 03/08/2021