ADVOCACY BRIEFSWhat You Need to Know About the DOL Overtime Rule: The first increase in the DOL Overtime Final Rule takes effect July 1, increasing the salary threshold to determine whether employees are exempt from overtime pay under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Read more.
Refillable Containers: OHA is proposing to permanently amend a rule relating to food service establishments, and implement provisions of SB 545 giving restaurants permission to allow consumers to fill consumer-owned containers with food. |
INDUSTRY UPDATESHomeless Camping Ruling: A recent Supreme Court decision backs Grants Pass in fight against homeless camping protections. Although Oregon law restricts immediate enforcement because of limits on sweeping public camping bans, this ruling opens the path for stricter regulations.
Paid Family Leave as of July 1, 2024: Important changes in SB 1515 will affect how employees can use Oregon Family Leave Act (OFLA), paid time off, and workers’ compensation with their Paid Leave Oregon benefits. For OFLA, the types of qualifying events are changing. You can visit the OFLA website for the details. |
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ORLA Open Golf TournamentJuly 22, 2024 | Langdon Farms Golf Club
Enjoy a day of scramble-format golf and team camaraderie! Your participation will support ORLA’s Political Action Committee and the election of pro-hospitality industry candidates. Learn More & Register | Sponsor Opportunities |
TRAININGFree Training for Staff
ORLA is now partnering with Businesses Ending Slavery and Trafficking (BEST) to provide FREE human trafficking training for members and their staff. This 30-minute course can help protect your hotel or restaurant – and even save a life. Log in to the Member Portal for codes. |
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. |
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