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[December 29, 2006]
Restaurant Industry Outlook Remains Positive Despite Modest Decline In Restaurant Performance Index

[December 21, 2006]
New Survey Reveals What's Hot on Restaurant Menus

[December 21, 2006]
New Survey Reveals What's Hot on Restaurant Menus

[December 20, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Announces New Executive Study Group to Focus on Licensing and Compliance

[December 13, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Achieves Passage of Tax Provisions for Restaurants and Employees

[December 12, 2006]
Increased Restaurant Industry Sales, Employment Growth Predicted in 2007 by National Restaurant Association Economic Forecast

[December 12, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Releases State-by-State Restaurant Industry Sales, Jobs Forecast for 2007 and Beyond

[December 12, 2006]
New Report Says Americans Focused on Adventure, Health and Wellness When Dining Out While Still Valuing Convenience and Control

[December 05, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Statement on the Trans Fat Ban and Menu Labeling Mandate in New York City

[December 04, 2006]
National Restaurant Association to Unveil 2007 Restaurant Industry Economic, Consumer and Food/Beverage Trends

[November 30, 2006]
Industry Outlook Remains Positive Despite Modest Decline In the Restaurant Performance Index

[November 30, 2006]
The American Red Cross Presents National Restaurant Association with Its Circle of Humanitarians Award for Dine for America Campaign

[November 13, 2006]
Nation's Restaurants Ready to Aid Busy Americans with Their Thanksgiving Feasts

[November 13, 2006]
MEDIA ADVISORY: National Restaurant Association to Hold Webinar on New Online Resource for Promoting Nutritious Menu Items

[November 08, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Statement on Results of Mid-Term Elections

[November 08, 2006]
Ballot Initiative Process Is in Need of Reform

[November 03, 2006]
Major Newspapers Agree: Voters Should Say No to Minimum Wage Ballot Initiatives

[November 01, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Comments on Announcement that MasterCard Will Publish Interchange Rates, Fee Schedule on Website

[October 31, 2006]
Industry Outlook Improves as Restaurant Performance Index Registered Solid Gain in September

[October 31, 2006]
New Restaurant Operator Survey Concludes Wage Hikes Will Result in Lost Jobs, Reduced Benefits, Increased Prices

[October 30, 2006]
Trans Fat Comments Presented by National Restaurant Association at Hearing of New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

[October 30, 2006]
Menu Labeling Comments Presented by National Restaurant Association at Hearing of New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

[October 30, 2006]
Trans Fat, Menu Labeling Comments Presented by New York State Restaurant Association at Hearing before New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

[October 27, 2006]
Restaurant Industry's Commitment to Safety Results in Continued Decrease in Workplace Injuries

[October 23, 2006]
Stop Ballot Abuse

[October 20, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Seeking Individuals and Companies That Celebrate Diversity and Inclusion

[October 19, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Comments on Announcement that Visa(R) Will Publish Interchange Fee Schedule on Web site

[October 17, 2006]
MEDIA ADVISORY: National Restaurant Association to Hold Press Conference on Its 2007 Restaurant Industry Forecast and Public Policy Agenda

[October 16, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Adds E-mail Marketing Services to Impressive List of Member Benefit Programs

[October 16, 2006]
Constitution Wrong Place to Set Wage Hikes

[October 11, 2006]
Tradeshow Week Names National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show® Executive Among Most Influential People

[October 10, 2006]
Threat of Identity Theft Lurks in Wage Hike Ballot Initiatives

[October 03, 2006]
New Study Concludes Minimum Wage Hikes Do More Harm Than Good

[September 29, 2006]
Restaurant Performance Index Declined in August as Operator Optimism Continued to Weaken

[September 29, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Applauds House Passage of H-2B Visa Extension Legislation; Urges Senate to Act Swiftly

[September 28, 2006]
Minimum Wage and the Consumer Price Index - A Bad Combination for Businesses and Local Economies

[September 25, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Convention Division Promotes Jennifer Morris and Greg Kirrish to Vice President Positions

[September 22, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Receives Highest Honor From American Society of Association Executives for Dine for America

[September 19, 2006]
MEDIA ADVISORY: National Restaurant Association Chairman to Address Mid-Atlantic Region Restaurateurs

[September 15, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Statement in Response to Foodborne Illness Outbreak Connected to Bagged Fresh Spinach

[September 13, 2006]
Restaurants Encourage Travel and Tourism in America

[September 13, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Treasurer Comments on Immigration Reform During Capitol Hill Press Conference

[September 11, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Announces 2006 Restaurant Neighbor Award, Cornerstone Humanitarian Winners

[September 11, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Recognizes Drago's Seafood Restaurant with 2006 Restaurant Neighbor Award for New Orleans Relief Efforts

[September 11, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Recognizes Mo's Restaurants with Restaurant Neighbor Award for Its Support of the National Guard

[September 11, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Recognizes Firehouse Subs with Restaurant Neighbor Award for Hurricane Relief Efforts

[September 11, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Recognizes Billy Downs of bd's mongolian barbeque with Restaurant Neighbor Award for International Outreach

[September 08, 2006]
Political Leaders From Across the Spectrum to Address 700+ Restaurateurs at National Restaurant Association's 2006 Public Affairs Conference

[September 06, 2006]
Michelle Reinke Joins National Restaurant Association as Director of Legislative Affairs

[August 31, 2006]
Restaurant Performance Index Showed Moderate Decline in July as Operator Optimism Weakened

[August 29, 2006]
National Restaurant Association to Host Inaugural Food Safety Supply Chain Conference for Restaurant-and-Foodservice, Supermarket Industries

[August 28, 2006]
Political Leaders From Across the Spectrum to Address 700+ Restaurateurs at National Restaurant Association's 2006 Public Affairs Conference

[August 23, 2006]
Nation's Restaurants, Diners Join Together to Help Continuing Gulf Coast Recovery Efforts on Hurricane Katrina Anniversary

[August 17, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Takes On Leadership Role in Environmental Efforts with Roadmap for Sustainable Restaurant Operations

[August 16, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Urges Reconsideration of Regulations on "No-Match" Letters

[August 11, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Commends Secretary Paulson for Conducting Economic Discussion with Small Business Owners at Chicago Restaurant

[August 09, 2006]
Kitchen Innovations Awards Applications Now Accepted for 2007 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show®

[August 07, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Promotes Beth Austin to Vice President, Member Development

[August 04, 2006]
Statement from the National Restaurant Association on the Senate's defeated cloture motion on H.R. 5970, Estate Tax and Extension of Tax Relief Act of 2006

[July 31, 2006]
Industry Outlook Improves as the Restaurant Performance Index Rose 0.2 Percent In June

[July 29, 2006]
Restaurant Industry Concerns Recognized in House Tax Relief Package, Despite Mandated Minimum Wage Increase

[July 25, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Commends Secretary Gutierrez for Encouraging Comprehensive Immigration Reform During Roundtable at Atlanta Restaurant

[July 24, 2006]
SAVE THE DATE - MEDIA ADVISORY: 21st Annual National Restaurant Association Public Affairs Conference to Feature Prominent Speakers

[July 21, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show Signs Multi-Year Agreement to Stay at McCormick Place through 2011

[July 21, 2006]
Remarks by National Restaurant Association President/CEO Regarding NRA Show Remaining in Chicago Through 2011

[July 19, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Praises Senate Panel for Review of Credit Card Transaction Fees Imposed on Restaurant Merchants

[July 17, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Joins Healthy Dining in Promoting Healthful Menu Choices to Americans

[June 30, 2006]
Industry Outlook Remains Positive as the Restaurant Performance Index Was Unchanged in May

[June 28, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Political Action Committee Endorses Rep. Ed Case (D-HI) for U.S. Senate

[June 27, 2006]
Summer Employment Forecast Underscores Restaurant Industry's Importance to U.S. Economy

[June 22, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Praises House Passage of Estate Tax Repeal

[June 21, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Praises Senate Rejection of 41 Percent Minimum Wage Increase

[June 12, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show Record Breaking

[June 12, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show Record Breaking

[June 05, 2006]
Nation's Restaurants Underscore Commitment to Communities on National Hunger Awareness Day

[June 02, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Statement in Response to FDA Report on Away-from-Home Foods

[May 31, 2006]
Industry Outlook Remains Positive Despite Moderate Decline in Restaurant Performance Index

[May 25, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Applauds Senate for Passage of Landmark Comprehensive Immigration Reform Legislation

[May 22, 2006]
President Bush Addresses Thousands of Foodservice Professionals at 87th Annual National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

[May 22, 2006]
President Bush Addresses Thousands of Foodservice Professionals at 87th Annual National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

[May 21, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Elects Eleven Industry Leaders to Serve on Board of Directors

[May 21, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Elects Michael S. Kaufman Treasurer

[May 21, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Elects Richard E. Rivera Vice Chairman

[May 21, 2006]
Edward R. Tinsley Elected Chairman of the National Restaurant Association Board

[May 20, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Announces Hennessy Award Winners During 2006 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

[May 20, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Launches New Awards Program to Celebrate Diversity and Inclusion, Inspire Expansion of Diversity Efforts

[May 18, 2006]
MEDIA ADVISORY: Internationally Renowned Journalist Ted Koppel to Keynote 2006 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

[May 16, 2006]
Coverage Strategies: 20 Guaranteed Headline-Makers from the 2006 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

[May 15, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation Awards Significant Scholarships During 2006 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

[May 15, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Commends President Bush for Weighing in on Immigration Reform as Senate Resumes Debate

[May 12, 2006]
2006 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show Exhibitor Booth Space Officially "Sold Out" for First Time in 20 Years

[May 12, 2006]
2006 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show Exhibitor Booth Space Officially "Sold Out" for First Time in 20 Years

[May 11, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Expresses Disappointment on Senate Inaction to Improve Small Businesses' Access to Healthcare

[May 08, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation to Host Valuable Educational Workshops During 2006 Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

[May 04, 2006]
More Than Six Out of 10 Americans Will Have Their Mother's Day Meals at Restaurants, New National Restaurant Association Research Reveals

[May 03, 2006]
Interactive Online Feature to Keep Attendees, Exhibitors, Media Up to Date with News from 2006 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

[May 02, 2006]
Chefs, Food Manufacturers to Create New Menu Ideas Before Live Audience at 2006 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

[May 01, 2006]
New Banking Program, Management Training Certificate Program and ServSafe® Fourth Edition to be Highlighted at 2006 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

[April 28, 2006]
Industry Outlook Strong as Restaurant Performance Index Rose to a 15-Month High in March

[April 27, 2006]
New ServSafe® Food Safety Training Materials Debut at 2006 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show®

[April 25, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Joins Fight Against "Hidden" Credit Card Transaction Fees Imposed on Restaurant Merchants

[April 21, 2006]
American Culinary Federation to Hold International Team Tryouts at 2006 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show®

[April 13, 2006]
Restaurant Industry Leaders to Discuss Strategic Opportunities, Challenges at 2006 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

[April 12, 2006]
MEDIA ADVISORY: National Restaurant Association Chairman to Address Nevada Restaurateurs, Hoteliers at 2006 Las Vegas International Hotel and Restaurant Show

[April 07, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Reiterates Strong Support for Bipartisan Immigration Compromise

[April 06, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Leads Efforts on Successful Breakthrough in Comprehensive Immigration Reform Debate

[April 05, 2006]
Minority Business Exchange Pavilion Highlights Diversity Opportunities at 2006 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

[April 05, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Applauds President Bush's Support of Comprehensive Immigration Reform that Includes Temporary Worker Program

[April 04, 2006]
Prestigious Hennessy Awards to Celebrate Past, Present and Future at 50th Anniversary during 2006 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

[April 03, 2006]
Exceptional Culinary, Hospitality Students to Experience Industry First-Hand at 2006 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

[March 31, 2006]
Industry Outlook Remains Positive As Restaurant Performance Index Was Unchanged in February

[March 30, 2006]
Chick-fil-A's Truett Cathy To Deliver Keynote Address at 2006 SPIRIT Awards and FMP Recognition Breakfast

[March 30, 2006]
Internationally Renowned Journalist Ted Koppel to Provide Insight, Views on Global Affairs at National Restaurant Association's Annual Show

[March 30, 2006]
Internationally Renowned Journalist Ted Koppel to Provide Insight, Views on Global Affairs at National Restaurant Association's Annual Show

[March 29, 2006]
New Online Keyword Feature Provides Exhibitors at 2006 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show Premium Visibility

[March 28, 2006]
National Restaurant Association to Award $20,000 for Outstanding Community Service Initiatives

[March 27, 2006]
Senate Judiciary Committee Approves Comprehensive Immigration Reform

[March 24, 2006]
Michael E. Hurst Student Forum Honors Top Restaurant and Foodservice Students From Around the Country

[March 23, 2006]
South Dakota Restaurateur and President George W. Bush Discuss Comprehensive Immigration Reform

[March 22, 2006]
2006 Show to Feature More than 200 International Exhibitors from 40+ Countries In International Cuisine Pavilion, Throughout Exhibit Floor

[March 20, 2006]
Leading Design Experts to Offer Free Advice to Attendees at 2006 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

[March 15, 2006]
Restaurant Industry Raises More Than $12 Million for American Red Cross Hurricane Relief Efforts

[March 15, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Applauds Senate HELP Committee's Passage of Legislation to Improve Small Businesses' Access to Healthcare

[March 13, 2006]
2006 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show to Feature Hottest Technology Trends

[March 08, 2006]
National Restaurant Association and its Educational Foundation Kick Off 87th National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show with 19th Annual Salute To Excellence Awards Gala and Banquet

[March 07, 2006]
Three Top Chefs Ready to Compete at 2006 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show for U.S. Spot in Bocuse d’Or World Cuisine Contest

[March 07, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Urges Senate HELP Committee to Support Legislation to Improve Small Businesses' Access to Healthcare

[March 03, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Announces New "Trends in Spirits, Beer and Wine Series" at Its 2006 Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

[March 02, 2006]
Michael Shutley Joins National Restaurant Association as Director of Legislative Affairs

[February 28, 2006]
Industry Outlook Strongest in Months as Restaurant Performance Index Registered Gain in January

[February 27, 2006]
MEDIA ADVISORY: National Restaurant Association Chairman to Address Hawaii Restaurateurs, Legislators at Inaugural Legislative Action Day

[February 24, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Applauds Next Step In Immigration Reform Debate

[February 24, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Welcomes Restaurant-and-Hospitality Industry To 87th Annual Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

[February 24, 2006]
Top Chefs to Appear at 2006 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show for Competitions, Demonstrations

[February 24, 2006]
Restaurant Industry Trends to Be Highlighted in Specialty Pavilions at 2006 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

[February 24, 2006]
Trends And Industry Hot Topics To Be Focus of More than 60 Educational Seminars at 2006 Show

[February 24, 2006]
“America’s Most Hospitable Race” Underscores Restaurant Industry’s Longtime Commitment To Healthy Lifestyles

[February 24, 2006]
Blue Plate Specials Offer 2006 Show Attendees Extra Savings

[February 24, 2006]
Cool-Headed Artists Go Saw-to-Saw in Ice Carving Competition at 2006 Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

[February 24, 2006]
National Restaurant Association and its Educational Foundation Celebrate Industry and Academic Achievement at the 19th Annual Salute to ExcellenceSM

[February 24, 2006]
Popular Ask the Design Experts Consulting Feature to Return to the 2006 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

[February 22, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Applauds Introduction of House and Senate H-2B Visa Extension Legislation

[February 17, 2006]
MEDIA ADVISORY: National Restaurant Association Chairman to Deliver Keynote Address at Upper Midwest Hospitality, Restaurant & Lodging Show

[February 15, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Praises House Panel for Review of Credit Card Transaction Fees Imposed on Restaurant Merchants

[February 13, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Joins Hospitality, Travel and Tourism Industries in Encouraging Lawmakers to Support Comprehensive Immigration Reform

[February 07, 2006]
Restaurant Industry Remains Leader in Job Creation, U.S. Economy

[February 06, 2006]
New Restaurant Nutrition Web Site ‘HealthyDiningFinder.com’ Provides Opportunities for Restaurants to Grow Guest Base

[February 01, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Praises President Bush’s Leadership on Immigration Reform and Economy in State of the Union address

[January 31, 2006]
Restaurant Performance Index Jumped in December to Its Highest Level in Six Months

[January 30, 2006]
Valentine’s Day Dining Fact Sheet

[January 27, 2006]
The National Restaurant Association/National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation Announce Change To Promote Strong Growth and Support Industry In The Future

[January 23, 2006]
Super Bowl Takeout and Delivery Fact Sheet

[January 19, 2006]
Restaurant Industry’s Commitment to Professionalism Results in Continued Decrease in Workplace Injuries

[January 18, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Launches Restaurant Employee Banking Program in Partnership with Wachovia, U.S. Bank

[January 17, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Announces 2006 Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show Kitchen Innovations™ Award Recipients

[January 11, 2006]
Online Registration, Resources Now Available for 2006 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

[January 09, 2006]
Chrissy Shott Joins National Restaurant Association as Manager of Media Relations

[January 05, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Promotes Brendan Flanagan to Vice President of Federal Relations

[January 04, 2006]
National Restaurant Association Membership Reaches Record 375,000 Restaurant Locations in 2005

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