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:

WASHINGTON  (April 28, 2025)  -- The American Hotel and Lodging Association (AHLA) today issued the following statement applauding the U.S. House of Representatives’ passage of the bipartisan Hotel Fees Transparency Act of 2025, introduced by Representatives Young Kim (R-CA-40) and Kathy Castor (D-FL-14).