NationalGrocers

National Grocers Association: representing the independent and community-focused retail & wholesale grocery industry since 1982.

[NationalGrocers @NationalGrocers]

🇺🇸 From the earliest days of our nation's history, independent grocers have been woven into the fabric of American life.

During @TheNGAShow last week, NGA had the chance to celebrate the incredible history our industry. As our country celebrates #America250, independent grocers are proud to be at the heart of local communities.

[NationalGrocers @NationalGrocers]

.@theshelbyreport AFS Collects 165K Pounds Of Food In UT Statewide Drive

Associated Food Stores (AFS) and its network of independent retailers played a pivotal role in the 2026 Feed Utah Food Drive, collecting 165,443 pounds of food – more than half of the statewide total.

The fifth annual drive, held in March, brought communities across Utah together to fight hunger. Food insecurity affects one in five Utah children and 445,000 people across the state, according to the Utah Food Bank.

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🛒Grocery Pricing Fast Fact

In 1974, US lawmakers tried to ban the barcode because #grocers could "change prices" - today, they are doing the same thing with electronic shelf labels.

[Merchants Payments Coalition @MerchantsPymnts]

During their recent fly-in, “Independent grocers came to Washington with one clear message: every dollar taken by unchecked swipe fees is a dollar that can’t be used to hold down prices for the families we serve,” National Grocers Association President and CEO Greg Ferrara says.
#creditcard #swipefees #CreditCardCompetitionAct @SenatorDurbin @SenPeterWelch @LanceGooden @RepZoeLofgren @RogerMarshallMD @ngagre @NationalGrocers https://t.co/xbONdAWF0n

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#Grocery Pricing Fast Fact 4

Electronic Shelf Labels are accuracy tools - they ensure the shelf price always matches the register price.

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📰NGA Opposes OCC’s Interim Final Rule Allowing National Banks to Set Interchange Fees Through Third-Party Arrangements

The OCC rule represents a significant departure from longstanding federal banking policy by explicitly authorizing national banks to receive interchange fees established through third-party arrangements rather than through competition among banks.

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[Merchants Payments Coalition @MerchantsPymnts]

“This stands in stark contrast to President Trump’s own endorsement of fair competition when it comes to #creditcard interchange fees,” National Grocers Association President and CEO Greg Ferrara says of the OCC’s move to block Illinois’ ban on #swipefees on sales tax and tips.
@realDonaldTrump @NationalGrocers @USOCC @ILRetail @GovPritzker @SenatorDurbin https://t.co/KSVZvwBoO9

[NationalGrocers @NationalGrocers]

This Memorial Day, we are taking a moment to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice to keep us safe and honoring their extraordinary service.

[Rep. Mike Rulli @RepMichaelRulli]

Great to see constituent Ron Graff Sr. at the White House today, where he joined President Trump for the signing of an Executive Order. This order undoes burdensome Biden-era regulations on refrigeration and appliances and will save consumers and businesses TWO BILLION DOLLARS per year. Republicans are leading on affordability!

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NGA appreciates @RepMichaelRulli for taking the time this week to meet with #Ohio independent #grocers!

#GrocersOnTheHill

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Thank you @JohnBoozman for meeting with NGA Members and staff this week to discuss issues impacting independent #grocers in #Arkansas!

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Great having NGA Members at @WhiteHouse with @realDonaldTrump for the important rollback of the Technology Transitions Final Rule. The rule would have placed an outsized and unsustainable burden on America's independent community #grocers

Thank you @realDonaldTrump for your leadership and support of America's independent grocers!

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Thank you @Jim_Jordan for meeting with independent #grocers today during NGA's Fly-In for Fair Competition!

#GrocersOnTheHill

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Thank you @SenBillCassidy for taking the time today to meet with independent #grocers during NGA's Fly-In for Fair Competition!

#GrocersOnTheHill

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📰NGA Statement on @RepScottPerry Letter to the EPA Calling for HFC Management Rule Reexamination

NGA applauds Rep. Scott Perry (R-PA) for his letter urging the EPA to revisit its Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) Management Rule, and thanks cosigners @RepAndyHarrisMD, @RepBarryMoore, @Rep_Clyde, @RepMarkHarrisNC, and @RepFitzgerald.

Independent grocers are committed to responsible refrigerant management and environmental stewardship, but the current rule imposes unrealistic timelines, excessive compliance costs, and operational burdens that threaten Main Street food retailers and the communities they serve.

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Thank you @SenPeterWelch for taking the time this morning to speak with America's independent grocers during NGA's Fly-In for Fair Competition!

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🛒Grocery Pricing Facts Independent grocers do not use surge pricing.

Our members rely on standard pricing, promotions, and discounts to remain competitive and keep food affordable.

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NGA was proud to present our prestigious Spirit of America Award this morning to @RogerMarshallMD to recognize his work on behalf of America's independent #grocers!

[Dr. Roger Marshall @RogerMarshallMD]

Great speaking with @Nationalgrocers from across the country this morning.

Independent, Main Street grocers are anchors in our communities but swipe fees are one of the biggest costs standing in their way. My Credit Card Competition Act would drive down the swipe fees that are eating into every transaction at the register.