Author: Justin Bragiel
Legislative Update
December, 21 2022Bill pre-filing is underway, and THLA is preparing for the 2023 Texas legislative session.
As of December 21st, 1,457 bills have been filed, which is already a sharp increase from two years ago.
GSA releases FY 2023 per diem rates
August, 24 2022The federal General Services Agency (GSA) just announced new federal lodging per diem rates for Fiscal Year 2023
ADA Service Animals
February, 11 2020Texas accommodations and ADA service animals: avoid potential exposure to liability by understanding the rules and common questions we receive.
Service Animals Lodging Properties
May, 29 2018A service animal is not a pet. Read up on traveling to Texas accommodations and questions to ask a guest when you are unsure.
Can a Hotel Refuse to Accept Cash?
September, 1 2017Is it lawful for a hotel to go to a “credit cards-only” policy for payment?
Child Labor Laws – 2023
May, 30 2017With the Texas summer season comes increased interest in hiring high school aged employees to work in hotel properties. If you are seeking to hire any employees under the age of 18, this brief guide will assist in legal consideration you should take into account.
Pregnancy Discrimination in the Workplace
February, 28 2017Basic facts you should know about pergnancy discrimination. An employer must make reasonable accommodations for the employee under the Pregnancy Discrimination Act of 1978.
ADA Focus: Service Animals and Lodging Properties
September, 26 2016Traveling in Texas with a service animal: Understand the rules under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) pertaining to service animals.