Category: National Restaurant Association

Immigrants are an important part of the restaurant industry—over 20% of all U.S. workers in the restaurant and foodservice industry. Many immigration policies will change in the coming months.
The National Restaurant Association and the Restaurant Law Center are actively monitoring these developments to keep our industry informed and prepared.

Washington, D.C.– National Restaurant Association President & CEO Michelle Korsmo today released a statement about the U.S. House of Representatives passage of H. R. 1, ‘The One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act:’

From Sean Kennedy, Executive Vice President of Public AffairsNational Restaurant Association...

Sean Kennedy, EVP of Public Affairs recently joined a distinguished panel of hospitality leaders for a webinar hosted by the Distilled Spirits Council: “Pouring Over Spirits Tariffs: The Ripple Effect on the U.S. Hospitality Sectors.” Sean shared insights on how evolving tariff policies are impacting restaurants, bars, and the broader hospitality industry—and what’s at stake for operators across the country.