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.
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FMI Welcomes USDA Final Rule on SNAP Stocking Requirements
May 7, 2026
FMI responds to USDA's final rule on SNAP stocking standards while supporting retailers’ ongoing commitment to serving communities ...
FMI Welcomes House Passage of Farm Bill
Apr 30, 2026
Today, FMI welcomed the U.S. House of Representatives’ passage of a Farm Bill that strengthens the U.S. food system, supports American farmers and ensures continued access to safe, affordable food for families nationwide....
FMI Condemns Federal Regulatory Action on State Swipe Fee Reform
Apr 24, 2026
Today, FMI condemned in the strongest terms the action taken by banking regulators to issue two interim final rules that override the Illinois swipe fee reform law and prohibit other states from enacting swipe fee reform laws....
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What to Expect for Food Price Inflation in 2026
Feb 19, 2026
As we head into 2026, questions remain about what the year holds for grocery prices, supply chains and affordability. To help gain some clarity, I recently sat down with Dr. Ricky Volpe, professor of agribusiness at Cal ...
Building the Safest Food System Together: FMI’s 2026 Food Safety Priorities
Feb 9, 2026
The food industry’s top food safety priorities for 2026 include traceability, produce safety, chemical safety, and sanitation and environmental ...
A Long-Awaited Turning Point: Congress Delivers Landmark PBM Reform
Feb 5, 2026
Congress delivered the most consequential pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) reforms to date with passage of the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2026, a major bipartisan government funding package that was signed into law by President Trump on Feb. 3....

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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.
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