government

How to spot an employee considering a deadly mass attack

By Peter Romeo on May 26, 2022

The shooter in Uvalde, Texas, had reportedly worked in a restaurant to pay for his guns and ammo. Here are some flags that a member of your staff might be contemplating violence.

Leadership

A McDonald’s vet could give restaurant franchisees a voice in Congress

By Peter Romeo on May 25, 2022

Working Lunch: Chuck Edwards beat the incumbent representative of his district in last week's Republican primary, putting him in good stead to be elected in November's general election.

Financing

Senate shoots down bill to replenish Restaurant Revitalization Fund

By Jonathan Maze on May 19, 2022

The bill could not muster enough votes to get past a filibuster despite bipartisan support, effectively killing the legislation.

Financing

RRF replenishment vote now expected Thursday, May 19

By Peter Romeo on May 18, 2022

The date targeted for the vote has shifted forward and back in recent days. Now lobbyists say the showdown will come tomorrow.

Operations

NYC eases 118 regulatory requirements for restaurants

By Peter Romeo on May 16, 2022

The mandates were killed, lightened or appended with grace periods for righting violations—a historic change for a city known for its red tape.

Operations

Restaurants ask Congress for relief on swipe fees

By Peter Romeo on May 12, 2022

A sharp increase in the fees has merchants pushing for fundamental changes in the credit card industry.

Financing

Vote on re-upping RRF expected next week

By Peter Romeo on May 11, 2022

The Senate is expected to take up the Cardin-Wicker bill, which would provide an additional $40 billion in grant funding for restaurants.

Operations

More restaurants could face union activity

By Restaurant Business Staff on May 02, 2022

Working Lunch: The podcast includes a discussion on potential help for the industry from Congress and the Administration and growing unionization efforts. Jack in the Box could be pulled into the fray.

Workforce