Issues Impacting the Restaurant Industry
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United States-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement
The Association supports preserving the USMCA and opposing new tariffs that would disrupt supply chains and increase costs for operators and consumers. -
Penny Shortage
To resolve the shortage caused by the end of the penny's production and ensure smooth transactions, the Association is pursuing a two-pronged solution. -
Swipe Fees
The restaurant industry urges Congress to help restaurant operators who are being squeezed by the credit card duopoly and big banks’ high credit card swipe fees. -
Immigration Reform
The Association supports comprehensive immigration reform that protects long‑serving employees, fixes the work‑visa system, and builds a modern immigration system for the future. -
Tip Wage
In a fullservice restaurant, servers, customers, and operators all benefit from the tip credit. It maximizes server earnings, allows operators to hire ample waitstaff and keeps menu prices affordable. -
Tax Policy
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Workforce
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Joint Employer
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Natural Gas