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Taking the Battle Against Organized Retail Crime to Washington DC
The LP industry is now better positioned to address ORC than it once was, but the fight requires concerted efforts from all stakeholders.
Legislation Aimed at Addressing Retail Theft and Fentanyl Crisis Introduced in California
The legislative package—called Working Together for a Safer California—is built upon months of research, input from stakeholders and experts, and feedback from Californians, according to Senate members. The plan includes nine fentanyl-related measures and five bills targeting retail theft.
The INFORM Consumers Act Is in Effect
Since online marketplaces began, retailers of all sizes have suffered from theft and counterfeiting by unscrupulous high-volume sellers. Learn more here.
The INFORM Consumers Act: What’s Next?
Now that the INFORM Consumers Act has been signed into law, there is plenty of work to be done by the retail asset protection community to ensure the federal law serves its intended purpose of deterring organized retail crime.
Now That the INFORM Act Has Passed, What’s Next?
The INFORM Consumers Act, a law that will insert transparency and accountability into online marketplace transactions, takes effect in June 2023. What's next for the fight against ORC?
Nevada Sheriffs Show Support for Crime Reduction Act
Sheriffs in Nevada are showing support for the Crime Reduction Act, S.B. 412, which has been championed by Governor Joe Lombardo.
Oregon Senate Passes Bill on Retail Theft
On Tuesday the Oregon State Senate passed Senate Bill 340 which significantly increases penalties for organized retail theft.
Michigan: The Latest State to Tackle ORC
Loss Prevention Magazine interviews Amy Drumm, senior vice president of government affairs with the Michigan Retailers Association.
ORC Acts Introduced in US Senate
The Combating Organized Retail Crime Act of 2023 and the Organized Retail Crime Center Authorization Act were introduced today in the US Senate.
Ahead of Fight Retail Crime Day, the NRF Asks Congress to Act
This rise in crime has caught the attention of policymakers in Washington and they are considering legislation to help. Ahead of Fight Retail Crime Day on Oct. 26, the NRF is asking congress to act—and, in turn, asking retailers to plead with congress as well.