ADVOCACY BRIEFSNo Sales Tax on Meals: Grants Pass City Council voted 5-3 in opposition of adopting the ordinance at Council level for a food and beverage tax, though it may move to the ballot. Restaurants showed up in force with ORLA to testify, demonstrating how we are willing to do what it takes to protect our industry.
Take Action: Contact your US Senators and urge them to pass the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act and address critical tax provisions for the industry. Go to RestaurantsAct or HotelsAct to take action! |
INDUSTRY UPDATESCredit Card Settlement: This is the biggest antitrust class-action settlement in history and sets aside about $6B for millions of U.S. merchants who for years paid artificially inflated Visa and Mastercard fees. The deadline to submit a claim is May 31, 2024. Watch the NRA's on-demand webinar and submit claim here.
Independent Contractor Rule: DOL released a final rule, effective March 11, that will change the way workers are classified, making it much harder for workers to qualify as independent contractors. AHLA is considering potential next steps against this rule; view resources and a detailed memo on the rule. |
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Northwest Food ShowApril 21-22, 2024 | Portland Expo Center
Connect with hundreds of foodservice purveyors at the region's largest foodservice B2B show. Experience samples in the Alcohol Pavilion, discover Emerging Products, and pick up tangible solutions in the Trends Center. Ask how ORLA members register for free. Register | Sponsorship |
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LENDING SOLUTIONSORLA Finance Center
Your association is partnering with Adesso Capital to help small businesses like yours finance dreams. Originally offering ERC Assistance, Adesso is now helping businesses with lending solutions, Tip Tax Credit eligibility and FFCRA. Learn more. |
TRAININGHuman Trafficking Awareness Training
ORLA partners with Businesses Ending Slavery and Trafficking (BEST) to provide free training for members and staff. The 30-minute course is available for individuals and groups and can help protect your hotel or restaurant. Log on to the ORLA member portal to access training codes. |
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