RILA board names Phil Daniele as chair and adds five new members
Daniele will help guide the association鈥檚 strategic priorities and policy agenda.
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RILA and Optera release DPED v2 to enhance product emissions transparency
DPED was first developed in 2024 to standardize how retailers calculate downstream emissions from appliances, electronics, and outdoor power equipment.
Retail groups urge Congress to prevent penny shortage
Retailers across the US warn of escalating penny shortages, urging federal guidance and quick laws to avoid disrupting cash transactions.
RILA warns tariffs on pharma could hurt consumers
Industry warns of higher consumer costs, shortages, and unintended fallout from national security measures.
RILA鈥檚 Kathleen McGuigan to retire at end of 2025
During her tenure, McGuigan became a central figure in the organization鈥檚 legal and regulatory efforts.
Retail asset protection leaders convene in Washington to address retail crime
This year鈥檚 Retail Asset Protection Conference features several major initiatives and findings aimed at addressing retail crime and restoring vitality to communities served by retailers.
NRF, RILA warn USTR shipping proposal will raise prices
Over 30 industry groups submitted comments opposing the proposed remedies in the Section 301 investigation. They cited a study that found the measures would lead to higher costs across multiple sectors, including retail.
RILA warns tariffs may strain household budgets and U.S. businesses
RILA warns that stacked tariffs might unintentionally raise the costs of everyday household goods.