As this article went to press, the 2020 elections were still weeks away. The outcome of this vote will significantly impact public policy, regardless of who controls the White House, the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives.

With the questions surrounding the future of public policy, there are some issues that will continue to be a priority for the linen, uniform, and facility services industry as we move into the next year. The main theme of the issues is the importance the industry plays when it comes to public safety.

As the COVID-19 pandemic response grew earlier this year, the ...