Policy Spotlight
Tariffs
NRF opposes tariffs imposed by either side. China is perhaps retailers’ most important source of high-quality and affordable consumer products and an important and growing market for U.S. exporters. NRF believes the trade war that began in 2018 is punishing U.S. consumers more than it is punishing China while doing little to create U.S. jobs because tariffs are essentially a tax that U.S. businesses and consumers pay.
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The Impact of Tariffs on Small Business
Hear stories from small retailers across the country.
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End the trade war
The trade war with China threatens U.S. jobs and raises prices on American families.
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NRF statement on Administration’s tariff deferral announcement
The White House announcement is welcome news to retailers struggling to find any good news during this difficult time.
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Policy committees
Policy-focused committees offer retail members an opportunity to network, share ideas, and prepare testimony for Congress.
Top issues on our agenda
Data Security
NRF is committed to finding broad, long-term solutions to ensure that sensitive consumer information is protected.
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Tax Reform
Retailers are among the biggest winners under the landmark tax reform law that took effect in 2018.
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Labor Relations
NRF supports restoring the NLRB's role as a neutral arbitrator in labor-management disputes.
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