‘information' and ‘communication' are often used interchangeably, but they signify quite different things.  information is giving out; communication is getting through.  sydney harris

For questions or information regarding state legislative or regulatory issues affecting the retail industry, please contact the TRA at 615-256-4771 or at info@tnretail.com.

Members of the TRA may subscribe to the "Tennessee Update," an e-newsletter sent weekly during the legislative session.  To subscribe, please contact the TRA.

For questions or information regarding federal issues or for national retail, pharmacy and food industry information:

National Retail Federation

Retail Industry Leaders Association

National Association of Chain Drug Stores

Food Marketing Institute

Stores Magazine

For industry data and statistical information:

University of Tennessee Center for Business & Economic Research

Tennessee Department of Economic & Community Development

Tennessee Department of Labor & Workforce Development

U.S. Department of Labor

U.S. Census Bureau