by Justin Bragiel | Feb 28, 2017 | Blog
Thank You for Attending the 2017 Converge on the Capitol The 9th Biennial Converge on the Capitol was an astounding success! On February 16, over 725 hoteliers and lodging and tourism industry professionals came together to meet with their Texas State Senators and...
by THLA Staff | Feb 28, 2017 | Blog
THLA Tips – Wellness Tourism Many finicky travelers are just looking for a good night's sleep, a long hot bath, maybe a little aromatherapy, or a rejuvenating getaway. Do you offer cushy beds, high thread-count linens, or black-out curtains? How...
by THLA Staff | Feb 28, 2017 | Blog
Pregnancy Discrimination in the Workplace By Justin Bragiel, THLA General Counsel Hotels should be educated on how to avoid allegations of discrimination by pregnant employers. Here are some basic facts you should know: Federal law protects pregnant employees...
by Justin Bragiel | Feb 28, 2017 | Blog
2017 Texas Legislative Session: February Update It’s the end of February, and the 2017 Texas Legislative Session rounds out its second month. February moves quickly with bill filing, committee formation, and the start of debate on proposed...
by THLA Staff | Feb 28, 2017 | Blog
Register for the 2017 AAHOA National Convention & Trade Show – San Antonio April 11, 2017 — April 14, 2017 Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas The Asian American Hotel Owners Association (AAHOA) will hold its national convention...
by THLA Staff | Feb 28, 2017 | Blog
At Hotel Industry’s Urging, Texas Legislature Takes Up ADA Drive-by Lawsuit Reform By Brian Sullivan, THLA Associate General Counsel Drive-by ADA lawsuits are a recurring problem for businesses across the nation. Many plaintiffs make serial threats against...
by Justin Bragiel | Feb 23, 2017 | Blog
Bill Tracking ReportTexas Hotel & Lodging Assn.Bill Status Report 03-28-2017 – 16:42:55 – Action in the date range – Link to Related Information ( ) – PriorityHotel...
by Justin Bragiel | Feb 23, 2017 | Blog
Bill Tracking ReportTexas Hotel & Lodging Assn.Bill Status Report 03-28-2017 – 16:45:24 – Action in the date range – Link to Related Information ( ) – PriorityLocal...
by Justin Bragiel | Feb 23, 2017 | Blog
Bill Tracking ReportTexas Hotel & Lodging Assn.Bill Status Report 03-28-2017 – 16:46:02 – Action in the date range – Link to Related Information ( ) – PriorityTax – Hotel...
by Justin Bragiel | Feb 23, 2017 | Blog
Texas Legislature February 2017 Update During each legislative session, THLA monitors every bill that is filed at the Legislature to determine whether it would have an impact on the Texas lodging and tourism industry. For those that have a positive or negative...
