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Priority Issues
We work on legislative and regulatory policy issues that have a significant impact on the business operations of our food retailer and wholesaler member companies.
Federal Priority Issues
- Economy: Inflation/Food Prices
- Food Assistance Programs
- Food Safety: Traceability
- Labor: Workforce Supply and Regulatory Enforcement
- Nutrition & Ingredients Related Policies
- Organized Retail Crimes, Fraud & Threats
- Payments: Swipe Fee Reform
- Pharmacy: PBM Reform
- Sustainability: Food Waste
- Tax Reform
- Trade: Tariffs
State Affairs Priority Issues
Latest Government Relations News
FMI Board Member and Giant Eagle CEO Laura Karet Urges Credit Card Market Competition in Senate Testimony
May 4, 2022
Today, FMI board member and President, CEO and Executive Chair of Giant Eagle, Inc. Laura Karet testified during a U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on “Excessive Swipe Fees and Barriers to Competition in the Credit and Debit Card Systems.” In ...
FMI Supports Claim that Federal Reserve's Debit Interchange Rate is Too High
Apr 29, 2021
FMI today stands by two North Dakota trade groups’ complaint that the Federal Reserve’s final rule to regulate the interchange on debit transactions from the largest bank issuers, that took effect Oct.1, 2011, is too high, does not meet the legal ...
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EVENTS
We welcome you to join us for the following events.
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Conference
2026 Legal, Regulatory and Compliance Conference
- Sunday, July 19 - Tuesday, July 21, 2026
- | Portland, ME
The FMI Legal Conference is designed for the legal leadership of the retail and wholesale food industries, including general counsel, corporate counsel and invited retained counsel, as well as other corporate executives involved with legal issues. -Food Safety and Supplier Verification -Trends in Food Labeling and Litigation -Crisis Management CLE Credits will be awarded for this conference, pending state approval. -
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FMI State Issues Retreat 2026
- Wednesday, December 2 (12am) - Friday, December 4, 2026 (12pm US/Eastern)
- | Isle of Palms, SC
The FMI State Issues Retreat is an annual event that brings together food retail grocery associations and food and grocery company government relations professionals from each state to discuss state and local legislative and regulatory issues. -
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2027 Midwinter Executive Conference
- Wednesday, January 20 - Saturday, January 23, 2027
- | Chula Vista (San Diego), CA
The annual FMI Midwinter Executive Conference is our signature, invitation-only gathering that attracts more than 1,700 food industry executives spanning all facets of the marketplace. It is a prestigious member-only event offering an opportunity for a diverse group of top industry leaders to converge and gain insights relevant to the success of their businesses, including retailers, wholesalers, independent operators, suppliers, manufacturers and solution providers. Depending on their level of membership, suppliers qualify for at least two, and up to an unlimited number of invitations. -
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2028 Midwinter Executive Conference
- Tuesday, February 1 - Friday, February 4, 2028
- | Orlando, FL
The annual FMI Midwinter Executive Conference is our signature, invitation-only gathering that attracts more than 1,700 food industry executives spanning all facets of the marketplace. It is a prestigious member-only event offering an opportunity for a diverse group of top industry leaders to converge and gain insights relevant to the success of their businesses, including retailers, wholesalers, independent operators, suppliers, manufacturers and solution providers. Depending on their level of membership, suppliers qualify for at least two, and up to an unlimited number of invitations. -
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2029 Midwinter Executive Conference
- Tuesday, January 23 - Friday, January 26, 2029
- | Orlando, FL
The annual FMI Midwinter Executive Conference is our signature, invitation-only gathering that attracts more than 1,700 food industry executives spanning all facets of the marketplace. It is a prestigious member-only event offering an opportunity for a diverse group of top industry leaders to converge and gain insights relevant to the success of their businesses, including retailers, wholesalers, independent operators, suppliers, manufacturers and solution providers. Depending on their level of membership, suppliers qualify for at least two, and up to an unlimited number of invitations.

Leadership
The FMI Government Relations Committee reviews, formulates and recommends to the Public Affairs Committee the programs and positions necessary to represent the interests of grocery retailers and wholesalers before the federal and state governments. The Committee recommends priorities and directions for the maximum utilization of FMI's resources and assists in influencing and implementing government relations programs at the national and state levels.
Learn More Committee Portal
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Industry Topics address your specific area of expertise with resources, reports, events and more.
Our Research covers consumer behavior and retail operation benchmarks so you can make informed business decisions.
Events and Education including online and in-person help you advance your food retail career.
Food Safety training, resources and guidance that help you create a company food safety culture.
Government Affairs work — federal and state — on the latest food industry policy, regulatory and legislative issues.
Get Involved. From industry awards to newsletters and committees, these resources help you take advantage of your membership.
Best practices, guidance documents, infographics, signage and more for the food industry on the COVID-19 pandemic.
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