Extended 90 Second Update: Major Tax Policy Updates
Watch the latest “extended” 90 second update from the National Restaurant Association’s Sean Kennedy, EVP of Public Affairs, and Aaron Frazier, VP of Public Policy, providing a deeper dive into the provisions that will have the biggest impact on restaurant operators with the recent passage of comprehensive tax legislation by Congress.
Including:
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The Qualified Business Income Deduction
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Full Expensing for Capital Investments
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The No Tax on Tips provision
Watch Here
National Restaurant Association Webinar: Major Tax Policy Changes - What Restaurants Need to Know
🗓️ Tuesday, July 29, 2025
🕘 1PM
👉 Registration Required
In this webinar, participants will learn more about how a restaurant operator can:
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Fully expense the cost of equipment like a new refrigerator, kitchen oven, or dining room furniture in year one.
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Reduce their tax liability when repaying a loan, due to the restored business interest expense standard.
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Explain the benefits of “No Tax on Tips” and “No Tax on Overtime” to their employees.
Register Here
New FDA Food Code for Restaurant Inspections
Connecticut has transitioned to the new FDA Food Code for restaurant inspections, moving from a pass/fail grading system to a more nuanced approach that categorizes health violations by severity to enhance food safety and industry standards.
Scott Dolch, CRA President & CEO, said: “Connecticut’s new guidelines relating to restaurant inspections offer a more thoughtful approach, putting the focus where it belongs: On food safety and consistency between health districts.”
“Restaurants across Connecticut want a system that is fair and uniform, and these updated standards will help make it clear for everyone what’s expected, and how best to protect the dining public.”
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MyCTSavings Update
Employers now face fines for not enrolling employees in MyCTSavings - the CT retirement savings program.
A new state law, Public Act 25-30, took effect July 1, and employers who fail to enroll their eligible employees in the program face fines of up to $1,500.
The MyCTSavings program provides a Roth IRA for any employee who isn’t offered a retirement savings plan by their employer. To qualify, an employer must have a minimum of five employees, at least five of whom are paid more than $5,000 per year.
National & State Restaurant Associations Send Unified Immigration Message to White House
On July 1, the National Restaurant Association and state partners sent a unified message to the White House: immigration reform is needed to better serve our national food and hospitality supply chains.
In a letter to President Trump, the National Restaurant Association emphasized the vital role long-time, law-abiding immigrant workers play in the stability of the restaurant industry, and urged the President to:
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Prioritize the removal of individuals who pose a threat to national security and public safety
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Explore deferred action with work authorization for vetted, tax-paying individuals
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Partner with the industry on practical workforce solutions that ensure we can hire and retain essential immigrant workers
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Advance long-term immigration reform that supports individuals who aspire to a better future through hard work
Read Letter Here
Immigration is an ever-evolving issue. Please contact us if you hear of any movement locally or have concerns—we are here to support you, your restaurant and your team.
Immigration resources can be found on the Immigration Resources page here.
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Latest on Tariffs
President Trump signed an executive order extending the tariff implementation deadline to August 1, giving the administration additional time to finalize trade agreements.
The White House has sent letters to numerous countries, including Japan and South Korea, urging them to reach agreements or face new reciprocal tariff rates starting next month.
Earned Wage Access Regulations Signed into Law
Gov. Ned Lamont signed a law regulating earned wage access (EWA) services, effective Oct. 1 — the 11th state to enact such rules.
The law caps fees at $4 per advance and $30 per month, limits interest to 12%, restricts late fees, and bars repayment before the next paycheck, aiming to protect consumers as EWA services grow in popularity.
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