CRMA in the News
CRMA in the News
The Connecticut Retail Merchants Association is in the news, highlighting the impact of retail businesses on the economy, jobs, and communities all across the state.
State Digital Ad Tax Will Harm Small Businesses
In an opinion article in the New London Day, Tim Phelan and Robin Mallove point out that no matter the intent of the proponents, Connecticut retailers will end up paying every time they purchase a digital ad on the major platforms. Read the article here.
Click here to read the statement by CRMA on April 22, 2021 on Finance Committee action on digital ad tax.
Annual Meeting – November 2020
See the full meeting video here.
NBC Connecticut – Gov. Lamont Tries to Build Consumer Confidence Before Holiday Shopping Season
WFSB Channel 3 – State officials remind store to abide by COVID guidelines during Black Friday
CT Mirror – Lamont: Christmas shopping is OK — if COVID rules are followed
Connecticut Post – Lamont to retailers: Control ‘black COVID cloud’ on Black Friday
Hartford Courant – Gov. Lamont urges stores to be strict about mask-wearing, distancing as holiday shopping season nears
Innovators Link – Lamont Asks Retailers To Enforce Public Health Rules During Holiday Shopping Season