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THLA News Alert: Houston Flooding Update

April, 22 2016

The ongoing flooding in South and Central Texas has forced many people from their homes, and prompted Texas Governor Greg Abbott earlier this week to declare a state of disaster… Read more »

2015 Legislative Update- Bills That Were Defeated This Session

June, 30 2015

The following bills were considered by the Legislature this session and would have impacted the hotel and tourism industry, but did not pass: Facility Requirements Applicable to Residential Short Term… Read more »

2015 Legislative Update- More Bills That Passed This Session

June, 30 2015

Patent Troll Reform Patent Troll activity has plagued commercial businesses including hotels with frivolous lawsuits alleging patent infringement for often bogus patent claims.  SB 1457 creates a state law cause… Read more »