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