AH&LA STATEMENT ON HUMAN TRAFFICKING

The lodging industry condemns all forms of human trafficking, including that which has as its purpose the sexual exploitation of men, women or children.

U.S. laws on the state and federal level make such activity a crime and apply to all businesses and persons within their jurisdiction, including lodging. establishments. Moreover, lodging establishments are often subject to licensing requirements which prohibit the knowing use of their premises for illegal or immoral purposes. All employees are expected to comply and are encouraged to alert the authorities if there is suspected trafficking in their hotel.