WASHINGTON (May 22, 2025) –- The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), the leading voice representing all segments of the hotel industry, today issued the following statement from AHLA President & CEO Rosanna Maietta following the inclusion of key tax provisions critical to the hospitality industry in the U.S. House-passed Budget Reconciliation package:
WASHINGTON (May 20, 2025) -- Today, the U.S. Senate passed by unanimous consent “No Tax on Tips,” legislation to ensure that hospitality workers will be able to keep more of their hard-earned dollars. The following is a statement from Rosanna Maietta, President & CEO of the American Hotel & Lodging Association:
WASHINGTON (May 20, 2025) -- The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) today called on Mayor Karen Bass to veto the proposed tourism wage ordinance for hotel and airport workers, warning it would unleash an “economic tsunami” as Los Angeles tourism is already struggling in the wake of the devastating wildfires, a prolonged international travel slowdown, and a lagging pandemic recovery.
WASHINGTON (May 15, 2025) – This week, members of the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) – the leading voice of the U.S. hotel industry – traveled from across the country to meet with congressional leaders and discuss pressing legislative priorities vital for the hospitality sector. During the ongoing Budget Reconciliation and tax negotiations, more than 250 AHLA members held meetings with lawmakers across the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives.
WASHINGTON (May 14, 2025) -- The American Hotel and Lodging Association (AHLA) today issued the following statement on the Los Angeles City Council's passage of the extreme labor ordinance:
NEW YORK (May 5, 2025) -- The Hospitality Show, the groundbreaking event designed to empower the hospitality industry, has been recognized with two Fastest 50 Grand Awards by Trade Show Executive: