Author: Justin Bragiel
Privacy Policy & Terms of Service
October, 9 2018We respect and are committed to protecting your privacy. We may receive and store any information you enter on our Web site or give us in any other way. We… Read more »
Federal Agency Proposes Formal Change to Joint-Employer Standard
September, 27 2018On September 13, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) announced intent to propose agency regulations to formally change the joint-employer standard. This is good news for employers, as the proposed… Read more »
Court Blocks Austin’s Paid Sick Leave Ordinance from Taking Effect as Scheduled
August, 30 2018On August 17th, a state appeals court enjoined the City of Austin’s paid sick leave ordinance from taking effect as scheduled on October 1st. Austin was the first Texas city… Read more »
THLA Tax Tip: Don’t Forget to Collect State (but not local) Hotel Taxes on Attached Meeting Room Rentals
August, 29 2018It is easy to get confused about which taxes to collect on the rental of a meeting room or banquet room. Unfortunately, the law on point is itself confusing: For… Read more »
6 Ways to Reduce Water Consumption in Hotels
July, 31 2018Summer heat reminds us of the importance of one of our most precious resources–water. From swimming pools to sprinklers to kitchen sinks, in our rapidly growing tourism sector hotels are… Read more »
Are you looking for staff to hire?
July, 31 2018Consider attending the State of Texas’s DiverseAbility Forum in Frisco, Texas on August 30th. The forum is hosted by the Governor’s Committee on People with Disabilities, TWC Office of… Read more »
THLA Tax Tip – Sales Taxes on Housekeeping and Data Processing
July, 31 2018A reminder that sales taxes are likely due on housekeeping services and data processing services Do you utilize a third-party housekeeping or janitorial service to clean your lodging property? If… Read more »
Employing Minors at Hotels
June, 27 2018Employing Minors at Texas Hotels During the summer months, many hotels turn to high-school students to fill seasonal positions. If you are considering employing a minor at your hotel, this… Read more »
Remembering Ron Sanders – Big Bend Visionary and Tourism Advocate
June, 27 2018On June 9, the Texas lodging industry lost Ron Sanders, an inspirational leader for hoteliers and the tourism industry. Rondell “Ron” Sanders, CHA, served on THLA’s board of directors… Read more »
Federal Circuit Court of Appeals Rules that Transgender Discrimination Violates Federal Anti-Bias Law
May, 29 2018In March, a federal appeals court extended the nation’s primary federal employment discrimination statute to cover transgender and transitioning employees. The 6th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that employers… Read more »