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Peeling Back the Hidden Costs Behind Rising Prices

Tired of Paying More Than the Price Tag?

But we need your help. Whether it’s your local city council or legislators in Washington, they’ll only listen if we’re loud enough.

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By shining a light on the forces behind rising costs, we empower people to take informed action—locally and nationally.

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Facts & Figures

Prices keep increasing, and it’s getting harder for families and small businesses to keep up.

But why is everything so expensive?
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Credit Card &
Interchange Fees

When it comes to credit card and interchange fees, the numbers speak for themselves. We’re connecting the dots between rising prices and what’s really driving them.
Corporate profits are at a 70-year high (+7.9%), even as everyday Americans struggle to afford everyday essentials.
Since the COVID-19 pandemic, markups on goods and services have skyrocketed—up to 3x higher than historical averages.
In 2024, credit card and interchange fees hit $187.2 billion, hurting small businesses and raising costs for everyday Americans.
For many companies, price hikes surpassed actual costs, widening profit margins while shrinking your wallet.

Regulatory Burdens for Small Businesses

Small businesses are the backbone of our economy—but they’re being crushed by burdensome regulation, lack of transparency and rising costs.
New credit card processing regulations and swipe fees are driving operating expenses.
Small businesses pay 36% more per employee to comply with existing regulations than larger firms do.
Complex tax codes, zoning laws and licensing requirements make it harder for small businesses to survive, let alone thrive.

Energy Affordability

Rising energy prices affect everyone, from small businesses to families. We need smarter energy solutions that support innovation without burning out our resources.
The internet has resulted in an explosion of online businesses, with global internet traffic expanding 25-fold since 2010.
Behind every click, stream and credit card transaction is a data center, which now roughly accounts for 3% of global electricity use—and are rising fast.
With 70% of our energy grid now over 25 years old, costs are only going to increase as usage increases.

Civil Lawsuit (Tort) Reform

Civil lawsuits aren’t just a legal issue—they’re a cost issue. Smart reform to how lawsuits in civil cases work can protect you without punishing honest businesses or raising prices.
The U.S. has the highest civil lawsuit costs in the world, totaling over $529 billion annually
Small businesses often face lawsuits over trivial civil matters related to transactions and returns.
These nonsense lawsuits cost businesses thousands of dollars—even if they win.
Civil lawsuits costs are estimated to act as a hidden tax of over $4,207 per household.

Supply Chain & Infrastructure

A weak supply chain means higher prices and slower deliveries—and we’ve all felt it. It’s time to invest in a stronger foundation—so goods move faster and cost less.
Almost 75% of goods in the U.S. are moved by trucks, but there aren’t enough drivers, and the roads are getting old, which makes things more expensive.
Problems in the global supply chain have made the cost of basic materials go up.
Small businesses must wait longer to get what they need and can’t bargain as much with suppliers, which makes it harder for them to keep up.

Price Relief Project
News & Updates

Stay informed on the fight for fairer prices. From breaking headlines to coalition updates, this is your hub for the stories, actions, and wins that are moving us closer to fair and transparent payment practices.

Credit Cards & Interchange Fees

08|07|25

Fed’s Debit Card Swipe Fee Rule Tossed in Win for Retailers

Retailers won a key legal battle over debit card swipe fees after a federal judge determined the Federal Reserve went beyond what Congress allowed in setting rules more than a decade ago.

07|31|25

What Is An Interchange Fee? Here’s Why They Are Required

The convenience of accepting and paying with credit and debit cards requires work behind the scenes. For that work, credit card issuers charge a fee for each transaction they authorize and process for your business. This is called an interchange fee.

Regulatory Burdens for Small Businesses

08|02|25

New Laws & Regulations for Small Business Owners in 2025

In 2025, small businesses face a host of new laws and regulations that require careful attention. From new federal reporting requirements to state-specific rules, knowing what’s on the horizon is key for small business owners and decision-makers.

07|30|25

Why Economic Uncertainty is Worse Than Bad News for Small Business Owners

Uncertainty is a top challenge for small business owners—perhaps an even greater challenge than more definitive bad news. That's because when businesses are unsure of what rules or standards apply to them, they can’t make plans for the future or operate normally.

Energy Affordability

08|15|25

N.J. orders investigation into why residents’ energy bills are soaring

Gov. Phil Murphy signed a bill Friday requiring the state’s Board of Public Utilities to investigate PJM Interconnection, New Jersey’s primary grid operator, amid increasing energy costs.

08|15|25

Wisconsin has energy needs, cost issues as data center boom continues

(The Center Square) – Data center projects across Wisconsin have been moving forward as the state’s energy demands are set to increase significantly in upcoming years and transmission rates in the state have already increased.

08|14|25

AI Data Centers’ Soaring Energy Use: Who Pays for Higher Utilities Costs?

The rising number of AI data centers in the US could drive utility costs higher and has put parts of the grid in the hands of tech companies, The New York Times reported on Aug. 14.

08|12|25

Record US power usage predicted in 2025, 2026

The forecast, from the Energy Information Administration (EIA), the nation’s energy statistics agency, attributes the projected increases to power hungry data centers in the latest iteration of its Short Term Energy Outlook.

08|08|25

As electric bills rise, evidence mounts that data centers share blame. States feel pressure to act

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Amid rising electric bills, states are under pressure to insulate regular household and business ratepayers from the costs of feeding Big Tech's energy-hungry data centers.

Tort Reform

07|25|25

Tort Reform is Top of Mind in 2025: Legislative Updates in Georgia, South Carolina, Louisiana and Arkansas

The American Tort Reform Foundation’s list of “Judicial Hellholes” often are all-too-familiar jurisdictions for product liability defendants. Some states who are home to these infamous venues, often known for producing nuclear verdicts, have recently rallied for successful tort reform.

03|31|25

After Approval In Ga., Tort Reform Advances In Texas And S.C.

Governors and state lawmakers spend a lot of time focusing on legislation that will improve tax and regulatory climates, understandably so.

Supply Chain & Infrastructure

08|25|25

Experts discuss factors driving beef prices so high

Americans love beef. Reportedly, a typical American eats three hamburgers a week. Yet Americans shopping for ground beef, New York strips, or sirloin in 2025 are paying for that love through extreme sticker shock as prices continue to skyrocket.

08|21|25

State of Freight for August: Market outlook remains murky

FreightWaves’ State of Freight webinar painted a picture of an industry stuck in neutral as summer draws to a close. Founder and CEO Craig Fuller and Head of Freight Market Intelligence Zach Strickland described a market plagued by soft demand, economic uncertainty, and stubborn structural challenges.

08|13|25

Home prices increase as builders face rising costs and supply chain challenges

ALBANY, N.Y. (WRGB)— New home prices in the Capital Region have surged significantly, reflecting a broader national trend as America's housing deficit approaches 4.7 million homes, according to Zillow. Inflation and rising building costs have contributed to the skyrocketing prices, making it increasingly difficult for builders to turn a profit.

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