While TRSA may not be the largest trade association addressing lawmakers in Washington DC or state capitals, few can claim a longer pedigree. Our association began life in 1912 when a group of Ohio towel launderers were threatened with unworkable regulations. By banding together and speaking directly to state officials, the towel launderers got relief from their regulatory burdens. And so began the Ohio Linen Supply Association, which soon went national and today is known as the Textile Rental Services Association (TRSA).

Then as now, regulatory and legislative outreach is a prime focus for TRSA. Our advocacy mission statement affirms ...