One of the largest state retail organizations in the U.S., IRMA represents more than 20,000 stores of all sizes and merchandise lines across Illinois.
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Congratulations to all of our 2026 Illinois Retail Challenge winners!
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“Community pharmacies are vital to the health care system, especially in rural and underserved communities across the state,” said IRMA president/ CEO Rob Karr. “IRMA is proud to partner with @GovPritzker & @IllinoisDCEO to support Illinois pharmacies as they continue providing medications, vaccinations, and trusted care.”
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Gov. JB Pritzker announced recipients of a $25 million fund to support struggling independent pharmacies in rural and underserved areas. @maggie_dough reports. buff.ly/L5oi4oq
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IL Retail Merchants Association (IRMA) retweeted
Jun 12
Through the Illinois Pharmacy Support Program with @ILRetail, nearly $25M is being distributed to 430 pharmacies across the state, helping strengthen access to essential pharmacy services in rural, underserved & low-access communities. 🤝📍🏥
Read more – illinois.gov/news/release.ht…
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IL Retail Merchants Association (IRMA) retweeted
Two seniors from the Chicago High School for Agricultural Sciences (CHSAS) ended their high school careers on a high note after earning recognition in the inaugural Illinois Retail Challenge Scholarship Competition.
beverlyreview.net/news/commu…
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IL Retail Merchants Association (IRMA) retweeted
Jun 8
RETAIL: Strengthening Communities Across Illinois dlvr.it/TSx745
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IL Retail Merchants Association (IRMA) retweeted
June is National Safety Month.
Counterfeit and illicit goods threaten consumer safety every day, from fake medicines to unsafe electronics.
Combatting illicit trade helps protect communities and consumers alike.
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Retail helps create the spaces that bring communities together. In Springfield, It’s All About Wine has become a gathering place where customers connect, friendships form and community grows through events, live music and conversation.🍷
Learn how local retail helps bring people together through fostering connection and community: weareretail.irma.org/its-all…
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IL Retail Merchants Association (IRMA) retweeted
May 15
ILORCA recently partnered with Hy-Vee, Inc. to host Coffee & Cocoa with a Cop in Springfield.☕
Events like this help break down barriers, build trust and strengthen the partnerships needed to keep our businesses and communities safe.
Join ILORCA today: ilorca.org/
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IL Retail Merchants Association (IRMA) retweeted
Jun 3
When RETAIL Succeeds, Illinois Succeeds dlvr.it/TSryCd
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For more than 60 years, @AmericanSale has helped Chicagoland families “bring the fun home."☀️
What started as a small toy store on Chicago’s South Side has grown into a family-owned retailer creating spaces for connection, relaxation and family traditions across the region. American Sale shows how local retailers grow alongside their communities while creating experiences families enjoy for generations. Learn more: weareretail.irma.org/america…
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The Illinois Retail Merchants Association (IRMA) released the following statement after a judge ruled that federal law preempts the state’s Interchange Fee Prohibition Act, which prohibits banks and credit card companies from charging swipe fees on the tax and tip portion of transactions when a consumer pays with a credit or debit card:
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The Illinois Retail Merchants Association (IRMA) released the following statement after state lawmakers voted to again delay implementation of the Interchange Fee Prohibition Act, which limits credit card #swipefees financial institutions can charge businesses and consumers:
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IL Retail Merchants Association (IRMA) retweeted
“If more customers knew we are paying fees on taxes and it contributes to the cost of their groceries, I think they’d be in favor of the law” banning #creditcard #swipefees on sales tax and tips, Illinois grocer Art Potash says.
@USOCC @GovPritzker @SenatorDurbin @ILRetail @Suntimes tinyurl.com/4drbf46j
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There are just a few days left in the IL spring legislative session. We are down to the wire - our state lawmakers need to hear loud and clear from their retail constituents.
Take action NOW to #StopSwipeFeeGreed!
stopswipefeegreed.com
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IL Retail Merchants Association (IRMA) retweeted
May 20
RETAIL: Strengthening Communities Across Illinois dlvr.it/TSdjfm
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Retail is helping bring downtowns back to life!🛍️In Jacksonville, 37 South Boutique & Makery is part of a growing effort to restore the downtown square — showing how small businesses create energy, connection & momentum in their communities.
Learn more: weareretail.irma.org/37-sout… #IRMAWeAreRetail @jaxilcvb
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Read: IRMA announces winners of inaugural Illinois Retail Challenge Scholarship Competition ibjonline.com/2026/05/21/irm… (via @ILBusinessJourn)
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We Need Relief from Out-of-Control Credit Card Swipe Fees! Working together we can END SWIPE FEE GREED.
⏲️Time matters - take action NOW!
StopSwipeFeeGreed.com
#SwipeFees #StopSwipeFeeGreed
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Wonderful to have Director Kristin Richards join us for yesterday's event celebrating the future leaders of Illinois' retail industry!
May 21
Yesterday, DCEO joined @GovPritzker, @ILRetail, retail leaders, and student finalists to celebrate the winners of the inaugural Illinois Retail Challenge Scholarship Competition.
Congratulations to all of the finalists and scholarship recipients!
ALT Image of IRMA event
ALT Image of IRMA event
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IL Retail Merchants Association (IRMA) retweeted
“We should all be disturbed by their efforts to evade the law, undermine the legal system and threaten the very consumers they purport to serve,” Illinois Retail Merchants Association President Rob Karr says of the OCC’s efforts to block the state’s ban on #creditcard #swipefees on sales tax and tips. “We are confident the courts will make the final decision in this matter — not an agency operating at the behest of big banks and credit card companies.”
@USOCC @GovPritzker @SenatorDurbin @ILRetail @chicagotribune tinyurl.com/4vtrs4y4
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