FMI Response to Senate AI Surveillance Pricing Hearing
Today [August 4, 2026], FMI – The Food Industry Association Vice President of Tax, Trade, Sustainability and Policy Development Andy Harig issued the following statement regarding today's Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime and Counterterrorism hearing on AI surveillance pricing.
"FMI supports policies that promote transparent, accurate and understandable pricing for consumers. Grocery retailers compete every day to earn shoppers' trust by delivering value, convenience and affordable food, and consumers have more choices than ever about where and how they shop.
"Food prices are influenced by a wide range of factors, including supply and...
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