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WASHINGTON REPORT

“NGA remains focused on advocating on behalf of independent grocers throughout the country, ensuring their priorities are heard on both sides of the political aisle.”

With expectations that a package will likely include a variety of hikes on individuals and pass-through corporations, as well as hefty increases to the estate tax and lowering thresholds, “Main Street” businesses could inevitably be hit with a larger tax bill. For many businesses, including grocers, the prospect of tax increases forces them to withhold capital that could be invested back into their companies, preventing them from hiring, renovating or expanding their stores, or upgrading equipment. Another issue area that has captured headlines and the attention of lawmakers is the labor shortage. In May, NGA sent a letter to President Biden urging his administration to advance policies that

However, despite these efforts, the industry is currently at a crisis point, struggling to find qualified employees to keep grocery stores operational. NGA’s government relations team is working with the Biden Administration and Congress to address these issues. For more information on these issues and how you can make your voice heard in Washington, DC, visit www.grocerstakeaction.org. ■

encourage unemployed Americans to seek work and provide resources to businesses in need of help hiring talented employees. Grocers have dealt with historically high consumer demand and, due to this, hired more employees, while at the same time implementing labor-intensive public health protocols. They also increased employee pay, provided additional overtime, and offered bonuses.

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