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Half of Americans plan to travel this holiday season, with hotels remaining the top choice for lodging

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WASHINGTON, D.C. (September 30, 2025) -- Half of U.S.

Study: H-2B Visa Program supports U.S. workforce, positively impacts domestic salaries and jobs

H-2B visas

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New Survey: Majority of Hoteliers Scaling Back Development Plans

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American Franchise Act will spur hotel entrepreneurship, AHLA says

Congress

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LA wage ordinance will leave city “grossly unprepared,” says Maietta

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National Hotel Employee Day celebrates millions of workers

Logo for National Hotel Employee Day: Sept 1

WASHINGTON, D.C. (Aug. 29, 2025) – More than two million hotel employees pursue the American dream every day through positions in hotels throughout the country.

AHLA statement on GSA release of FY2026 per diem rates

FY2026 Per Diem Rates / AHLA

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AHLA applauds establishment of the White House's 2028 Summer Olympics planning committee

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Hospitality industry urges passage of state legislation requiring human trafficking training

AHLA applauds President Trump, Congress on enactment of “One Big Beautiful Bill Act”

White House web article

WASHINGTON (July 4, 2025) – The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), the leading voice representing all segments of the hotel industry, today issued the following statement from Rosanna Maietta, the organization’s President & CEO, concerning Presi