Share Industry Voices and Contact Congress

The Illinois Restaurant Association continues to engage with local, state, and federal officials to help our employers and employees address concerns about COVID-19.

Please see the below resources and information for your business - updated as of 2:45 p.m. on Tuesday, December 8.

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Share Voices of the Industry Video, Contact Congress Now for Federal Relief

The IRA, in coordination with the National Restaurant Association, has launched a new call to action campaign urging Congress to take immediate action to support restaurants by the end of the year. Congress is in session for only a few more days, and restaurants can't wait until next year for additional relief.

We need Congress to pass the Blueprint for Revival - including the $120B RESTAURANTS ACT - but we also need to ensure that Congress at least makes a “down payment” on a relief plan before leaving town for the year. Congress has heard from you before, but they need to hear from you in these final days of 2020 as we push for the future of the restaurant industry.

Here's how you can help our efforts today - Tuesday, December 8:

• Download and share the above Voices of the Industry compilation video on your personal social media channels with the below caption:

• "Federal aid is the only lifeline left for restaurants in Illinois. Nearly 70% of restaurant owners in Illinois say they will be out of business in the next six months if there is not additional aid, according to a survey by @WeRRestaurants. We need the RESTAURANTS Act. Take action at illinoisrestaurants.org to keep restaurants open. #SaveOurJobs #FightForIllinoisRestaurants @illinoisrestaurants"

• Download and share our Voices of the Industry GIF on your business social media channels with the below caption:

• "We’re calling for direct federal financial support for struggling restaurants. Unless we take action, thousands of restaurants will permanently close. Support the RESTAURANTS Act by visiting illinoisrestaurants.org. #SaveOurJobs #FightForIllinoisRestaurants @illinoisrestaurants"

• Take a moment to send a message to Illinois Congressional leaders urging them to pass an immediate relief package.

We're sharing a new call to action daily, so stay tuned for additional information throughout the week. We appreciate your continued engagement and support!