Independent community grocers account for 33 percent of all grocery sales, exceeding $250 billion, and more than 1 million American jobs. We are inherently tied to the strength and vitality of the markets we serve – at the heart of local communities and the U.S. economy.  For 40 years, NGA has been advocating across both aisles for policies that will ensure the independent supermarket industry continues to grow and creates jobs in communities throughout America.