"That might not sound like much, but the National Retail Federation estimates that shoplifters stole almost $13 billion in merchandise from stores across the country last year.
Much of the loss is passed on to consumers:
The federation estimates the average household pays $350 a year in higher prices as a result of shoplifting."
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"5. Provides federal financial help for lower and middle income consumers so they can obtain coverage."
