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NGA Opposes Push for $15 Federal Minimum Wage

While proponents of raising the pay threshold argue it would lift workers out of poverty, the National Grocers Association says it would harm small businesses and the Congressional Budget Office says it could cost 1.4 million Americans their jobs.

Retailers

Walmart Says it Will Appeal Dismissal of Its Lawsuit in Opioid Dispute

A Texas district court judge dismissed Walmart's lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Justice and the Drug Enforcement Agency.

Retailers

Changes to the Food World Under the New Administration

By Phil Lempert on Feb. 01, 2021

The Lempert Report: Changes include more federal food assistance, restoring school food standards and strengthening GMO labels.

Retailers

Biden Asks USDA to Boost SNAP Benefits for 12 Million

By Kristina Hurtig on Jan. 22, 2021

In an executive order, the president also asks the U.S. Department of Agriculture to reassess the Thrifty Food Plan, the basis for determining SNAP; FMI and NGA commend president for his quick action to address food insecurity.

Industry Partners

NGA Outlines Independent Grocers’ Priorities in Letter to Biden

By Kristina Hurtig on Jan. 21, 2021

Association expresses it looks forward to working with the new administration as it offers details on issues such as employee tax relief, liability protection, SNAP assistance and minimum wage.

Retailers

Business Leaders React to Violence in Washington, D.C.

By Christine LaFave Grace on Jan. 07, 2021

Among the groups condemning the violence, Business Roundtable calls out "danger to our democracy, our society and our economy."

Fresh Food

United Fresh Looks to Get in Front of Congress' Freshest Faces

By WGB Staff on Jan. 06, 2021

The virtual meet-and-greet series looks to highlight critical issues and priorities for United Fresh member companies.

Industry Partners

United Fresh, FMI React to New U.S. Dietary Guidelines

By Christine LaFave Grace on Jan. 04, 2021

New guidelines urge consumers to "Make Every Bite Count."

Retailers

FDA Issues Warning Letter to Whole Foods Over Allergen Mislabeling

By Kristina Hurtig on Dec. 22, 2020

The retailer says it “takes food safety very seriously” and will work with the agency to ensure it meets food safety requirements.

Industry Partners

NGA, FMI ‘Disappointed’ by Omission of Liability Protection in Final Relief Bill

By Kristina Hurtig on Dec. 21, 2020

Limited liability protections were reportedly dropped by Republican lawmakers in exchange for Democrats ceding a demand that funding be earmarked by the agreement for financially strapped state and local governments.

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