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Article: NACDS, Allies Call On Congress To Curb Organized Retail Crime During 'Hill Day'

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March 2, 2009
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The National Association of Chain Drug Stores issued the following news release: The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) joined the Coalition Against Organized Retail Crime in raising awareness about the growing problem of organized retail crime (ORC) and its impact on NACDS members. The Coalition organized a "Hill Day" that included a briefing conducted by retail associations and companies, including NACDS members, to educate legislators about the impact of organized crime in retail stores.

Organized retail crime threatens the health and safety of consumers, for example when thieves sell infant formula and medicines that have been improperly stored or have altered labels. ...

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