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NRA: Ethanol push to hurt food costs, fry oil changes
WASHINGTON -- The National Restaurant Association has asked the leaders of both political parties in the U.S. Senate to consider how a legislative push for stepped-up ethanol production could inflate food costs and hinder production of new trans-fat-free oils. The diversion of more corn to production of the biofuel...
NRA warns of woes from immigration reform delay
WASHINGTON -- Foodservice lobbyists decried this month's setback in efforts to overhaul U.S. immigration laws that came when the Senate voted against ending debate in order to bring a bipartisan reform bill up for a vote. However, President Bush last week expressed confidence the measure yet would be passed...
Fred Thompson to Speak at 2007 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show
To: NATIONAL EDITORSContact: Annika Stensson, +1-202-973-3677, media@dineout.org or Derrek Hull, +1-312-853-2522, dhull@dineout.org, both of the National Restaurant Association CHICAGO, April 19 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The National Restaurant Association today announced that respected U.S. Senator (1994-2002) and actor Fred Thompson will be the featured speaker at the Association's 2007 Restaurant, Hotel-Motel ShowR....
Having words with John Gay
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT OF GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS AND PUBLIC POLICY, NATIONAL RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION With the U.S. Congress in its final rush to tie up loose ends before recessing to campaign for the November elections, the National Restaurant Association in Washington, D.C., is lobbying hard to address several key legislative issues...
National Restaurant Association Praises House of Representatives for Permanently Putting Death Tax to Rest, Urges Senate to Follow
WASHINGTON, April 14, /U.S. Newswire/ -- On behalf of the nation's 900,000 restaurants - many of which are small businesses - the National Restaurant Association today praised the U.S. House of Representatives for passing H.R. 8, the Death Tax Repeal PermWASHINGTON, April 14, /U.S. Newswire/ -- On behalf of the...
National Restaurant Association Member Testifies Before Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Frivolous Lawsuits vs. Restaurants
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 /U.S. Newswire/ -- In its continuing efforts to promote sensible solutions for healthy lifestyles and to support litigation reform, National Restaurant Association Board member Wayne Reaves, owner of Manna Enterprises, Inc., franchiseeWASHINGTON, Oct. 16 /U.S. Newswire/ -- In its continuing efforts to promote sensible solutions for healthy...
National Restaurant Association Lauds House Crack Down on Abusive Class-Action Lawsuit; Urges Senate to Act Swiftly
WASHINGTON, June 12 /U.S. Newswire/ -- The National Restaurant Association today praised the House of Representatives for passing H.R. 1115, "The Class Action Fairness Act of 2003," introduced by Rep. Bob Goodlatte (R-Va.), which seeks to prevenWASHINGTON, June 12 /U.S. Newswire/ -- The National Restaurant Association today praised the House...
National Restaurant Association Applauds Congress For Acting To Jump- Start Economy; Measure Includes 2-Year Extension of WOTC
WASHINGTON, March 8 /U.S. Newswire/ -- Saying it is a good first step toward helping the nation it its economic recovery efforts, the National Restaurant Association today applauded the Senate for passing an economic stimulus package. By a vote of 85-9, WASHINGTON, March 8 /U.S. Newswire/ -- Saying it...
National Restaurant Association Urges Senate to Pass National Energy Policy; Restaurant Industry Needs Congress To Act Now
WASHINGTON, March 5 /U.S. Newswire/ -- As the U.S. Senate prepares to take up energy reform legislation, the National Restaurant Association today urged Congress to adopt a national energy policy that will guarantee long-term reliability and affordabilityWASHINGTON, March 5 /U.S. Newswire/ -- As the U.S. Senate prepares to take up...
NRA board vows to fight business meal cap in Senate - National Restaurant Association
NRA board vows to fight business meal cap in Senate
New tax reform dangers emerge; FLI sees 'disastrous' impact
NRA tells Reagan: Deduction cap will boost federal deficit The National Restaurant Association NRA board "video-telegrammed' President Reagan this month to warn him that tax-reform legislation pending in Congress would aggravate the federal deficit unless the Senate overturns a House-imposed limit on the deductibility of business-entertainment meals. ...
NRA unveils plan to reform liquor liability laws; state lawmakers urged to cap award amounts
NRA unveils plan to reform liquor liability laws WASHINGTON -- The National Restaurant Association NRA unveiled a new four-point plan to reform the nation's liquor liability laws and curb the skyrocketing insurance premiums facing many food-service and tavern owners. In testimony before the Senate Committee on Small Business...
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For Thanksgiving, OKC restaurants offer alternative to a hot stove
Andy Morgan is staying in for Thanksgiving dinner, and Zach Martin is headed out for his holiday meal. Morgan, spokesman for AT&T Oklahoma, is planning a traditional, home-cooked Thanksgiving dinner at home with his family and plans to feed about 19. "We always stay...
Operators, the NRA must team up to promote the restaurant industry's many success stories
As career paths go, the restaurant industry historically has been seen as the bridge to nowhere. While the facts don't support this premise, the perception remains fixed in the minds of far too many Americans. Changing perceptions is easier said than done, especially when the media, late-night comedians,...
SPIRIT Award honorees feted for hiring, retention practices
WASHINGTON -- A relentless dedication to hiring, developing and rewarding the right people is the way to improve employee satisfaction and reduce turnover in any economy, said recipients of the 2008 SPIRIT Awards during the recent Multi-Unit Foodservice Operators conference here. Winners, presented by Nation's Restaurant News and...
Calorie posting could be good for both guests' waistlines and corporate bottom lines
The calorie police have scored a number of victories in recent months. First New York City forced chain restaurants with 15 or more units nationwide to post calorie information on their menus and menu boards. Then California passed a law requiring that information to be posted at all restaurants operating...
FSTC joins NRA in conserve initiative
WASHINGTON -- The National Restaurant Association said the Food Service Technology Center, operated in San Ramon, Calif., by Fisher-Nickel Inc. for the Pacific Gas and Electric Co., is an official partner of its "Conserve: Solutions for Sustainability" initiative. The FSTC joins founding partners Energy Star and Turner Foundations. The initiative...
NRAEF creates scholarship to honor Purdue professor
CHICAGO -- The National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation has established a scholarship in honor of the late Raphael R. Kavanaugh, who headed the Department of Hospitality's tourism management program at Purdue University for the past 11 years. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Kavanaugh died Oct. 9 at his home...
Nutrition Experts Help Restaurants Comply with Menu-Labeling Legislation and Benefit From the Increasing Demand for Healthier Cuisine
Legislation travels from New York City to California SAN DIEGO, Oct. 23 /PRNewswire/ -- Expanding legislative efforts require restaurant chains in California and other jurisdictions to provide nutrition information. HEALTHY DINING provides restaurants with the expertise needed to comply with the new regulations. In collaboration with...
Farmers Insurance and Minnesota Restaurant Association Form Partnership
MINNEAPOLIS -- Farmers Insurance Group of Companies[R], an active member of the National Restaurant Association, has teamed up with The Minnesota Restaurant Association to strengthen its member's benefits. "The new Business Insurance Program offers all Minnesota Restaurant Association Members an up front discount and reduced rates on their...
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Business Associations: 813910
