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Battle-Weary but Still Fighting, Independents Gather in Las Vegas

 By Jon Springer on Sep. 22, 2021

As the National Grocers Association met live for the time in 19 months, their members and its CEO were optimistic, competitive-minded, and ready to throw down.

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Federal Food Policy Needs More Focus on Most Vulnerable, Task Force Says

 By Christine LaFave Grace on Sep. 14, 2021

Food insecurity increased in 2020 in households with children and in Black, non-Hispanic households, the Bipartisan Policy Center's Food and Nutrition Security Task Force noted in its first report.

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Retail, Grocery Groups Raise Concerns About Federal Vaccine/Testing Mandate

By Christine LaFave Grace on Sep. 10, 2021

Leading retail and consumer-goods groups are seeking further guidance and assistance from the federal government in response to the announced mandate, which the Retail Industry Leaders Association called "a colossal undertaking."

Retailers

CGA President Ronald Fong on What's Keeping Grocers Up at Night

By Christine LaFave Grace on Sep. 02, 2021

In a Q&A, California Grocers Association President and CEO Ronald Fong discusses the lessons 2021 is teaching, and shares thoughts about what needs to happen to help grocers now.

Retailers

SNAP Benefits to Increase Oct. 1

By Christine LaFave Grace on Aug. 16, 2021

SNAP benefits will increase by an average of $36.24 per person per month, the USDA announced, following updates to the department's 45-year-old Thrifty Food Plan.

Retailers

What Biden’s Infrastructure Plan Could Mean for Independent Grocers

By Kristina Hurtig on Aug. 11, 2021

An included provision that allows commercial drivers under the age of 21 to operate over state lines would help ease pressure on supply, the National Grocers Association says.

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President Calls on DOJ, FTC to Enforce Antitrust Laws

By Kristina Hurtig on Jul. 09, 2021

Joe Biden sign executive order that includes 72 initiatives by more than a dozen federal agencies—all aimed at promoting competition in the American economy.

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NGA Brings Antitrust Message to FTC Public Forum

By Kristina Hurtig on Jul. 01, 2021

On behalf of the association, Chris Jones urged the Federal Trade Commission to “level the playing field for the health of our economy and the health of our families.”

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FMI Lauds Introduction of Pharmacy DIR Reform Bill

By Kristina Hurtig on May 27, 2021

If passed, the bipartisan legislation would work to address the transparency and fairness of direct and indirect remuneration fees charged to pharmacies.

Retailers

Amazon Illegally Controls Seller Prices, D.C. Antitrust Suit Claims

By Christine LaFave Grace on May 26, 2021

Amazon's agreements with third-party sellers are at the center of a new antitrust lawsuit that could have implications for rival Walmart and other online retailers.

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