ADVOCACY BRIEFSRefillable 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. Share your voice on this issue and provide testimony.
Overtime Increase: DOL issued a final rule that will significantly increase the overtime threshold to include all employees making up to $58,656 annually. The final rule includes an automatic update to the overtime threshold every 3 years based on available wage data at that time. |
INDUSTRY UPDATESNominations Open: Don't miss your chance to celebrate the industry's brightest stars! Nominate your exceptional team members for a Hospitality Industry Award. These statewide honors recognize those who elevate service and create unforgettable experiences. Nominations due by June 30, 2024.
Member Benefit: ORLA members have access to industry intelligence by logging in to the Member Portal and navigating to the Resource Library. Find wage reports divided by Oregon’s 7 tourism regions, inclusive of most job types in restaurant and lodging operations. |
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One Big NightJune 6, 2024 | Sentinel, Portland
Enjoy a lavish evening with silent auction followed by dinner and live auction. Your participation will support ORLA’s Political Action Committee and the election of pro-hospitality industry candidates. Register | Donate to the Auction |
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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