Source: CSA March 19, 2021 Visa and Mastercard’s decision to delay an estimated $1.2 billion increase in credit card interchange fees was cheered by the retail industry, which wants the companies to cancel the planned increase altogether. Visa and Mastercard postponed a complex restructuring of credit card swipe fees that was set to take effect…
Card networks step back under pressure from trade groups and lawmakers By Jackson Lewis on Mar. 16, 2021 CHICAGO — Visa and Mastercard are delaying plans to increase swipe fees until April 2022, according to the two companies. “Recognizing U.S. businesses are still facing many challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, Visa has decided to significantly modify its planned April 2021 business…
Source: https://www.westhawaiitoday.com/ March 10, 2021 A measure that would make Hawaii the second state in the nation to lower its blood-alcohol threshold for drunken driving to 0.05 is headed to the state House for consideration. Senate Bill 754 passed its third reading on the Senate floor Tuesday with 24 senators voting in favor of the…
Congress Passes $25B for Bar/Restaurant Relief in American Rescue Plan. The Legislation now goes to President Biden for his signature. President Biden is expected to sign the bill on Friday. This Legislation does not include the elimination of Tip Credits or a Federal $15.00 per hour minimum wage. General Assembly Bill Tracking: The ILBA is…
2021 ILBA 135th Annual Convention and Trade Show – September 26-28, 2021 in Effingham, IL. Make plans now to join us for a great Convention at the Keller Convention Center 1202 N. Keller Dr., Effingham, IL 62401 and hosted by the ILBA Effingham Chapter. We have top speakers in the industry, a superb on-site Trade…
August 9, 2021 – Edgewood Golf Course in Auburn2021 ILBA GOLF OUTING Join your friends from around the state at the best golf outing value around. Reserve your spot in the outing today, as we are limited to 144 golfers. We are planning to have a great outing. You will not find a better value…