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NATIONAL RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION

Vanessa Sink
Senior Director of Media Relations

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Director of Corporate Communications

Kristen Bennett
Advocacy Communications Manager

Obscure Government Regulator Steps in to Protect Credit Card Companies and Big Banks from Illinois Swipe Fee Law

April 29, 2026

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) is attempting to invalidate an Illinois law that would make swipe fees a little more affordable for restaurant operators.

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Robin Repass named Executive Director of the Restaurant Law Center

April 28, 2026

Robin Repass will lead the Restaurant Law Center as Executive Director and Chief Legal Counsel.

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National Restaurant Association Names Richard “Dick” Marriott as 2026 Legends Award Recipient

April 27, 2026

Marriott recognized for lifetime of service to the restaurant and foodservice industry

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