GRA Weekly

February 10, 2022

This week's newsletter is brought to you by GRA Corporate Partner, Society Insurance.

PHISHING ALERT

Phishing Email Alert + Fraud Prevention

The GRA has received reports of phishing emails being sent on behalf of our organization and our Board officers. As a reminder, the GRA staff and our officers will never ask you to transfer funds to any staffer, officer, member, or volunteer for any reason. If we do contact you, we will properly identify ourselves through email and by phone call. If you ever have questions about the validity of a communication from the GRA, please do not hesitate to contact us directly by email or call us (404) 467-9000.

STATE OF THE PLATE

Legislative Day 13 of 40 is complete. What bills of importance are moving? What bills will make it easier to run a restaurant? Learn all this and more with GRA President + CEO Karen Bremer's latest update.

EMPLOYEE WELLNESS

5 Small Business Owners on How They Support Employee Wellness

US Chamber Co.- These business owners and employees share their unique approaches to promote employee health, happiness and productivity. Employee stress, anxiety and burnout are not new concepts in the workplace. They have always existed and they have always played a role in overall employee health, satisfaction and productivity. In the wake of the pandemic and a shift in how we work, employers at the helm of companies of all sizes are prioritizing employee wellness as they reevaluate and redefine their culture and, in many cases, proceed with a “people-first” ethos. From mental health and stress management to nutrition coaching and fitness classes, these five business leaders share their approaches to a healthier business from the inside, out. Read More.

TASTE OF GEORGIA

13th Annual Taste Of Georgia Legislative Reception

This annual event is an opportunity for GRA members to showcase their food to elected officials and for our legislators to network with our state’s second largest employer. The honorees of the 2022 Georgia Grown Executive Chef Program will also be recognized.

GRA Restaurant Members: If you are interested in participating and showcasing your restaurant, send us an email at info@garestaurants.org.

Attendance is complimentary for lobbyists, dignitaries, legislators, staff and their guests however registration is required. Discounted registration is available for GRA Members.

UPCOMING WEBINARS

LEGISLATIVE UPDATES

Here We Go Again: Funding Deadline Haunts Congress

The House is expected to pass this week legislation to fund the government beyond Feb. 18, while the Senate may not vote on a funding bill until next week. The next spending vehicle is likely to be another continuing resolution that could extend into mid-March, giving Congress more time to develop a broader funding package (in which the Association is pushing to replenish RRF).

House Passes Bill to End Forced Arbitration in Some Cases

Yesterday, the House passed bipartisan legislation that would ban the enforcement of mandatory arbitration clauses in cases involving sexual assault or sexual harassment. The Senate could vote on the measure this week and is expected to pass the bill as well.

FREE SERVSAFE COURSE

ServSafe COVID-19 Conflict De-Escalation Course is FREE

Course offers restaurant employees guidance on how to reduce tensions and promote a safe environment when following mask and vaccination proof mandates. Teach employees how to ease tensions while maintaining the spirit of hospitality throughout all interactions. Get it here.

SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE

Scholarship Applications available from the National Restaurant Association

Anyone pursuing a secondary education in the restaurant, foodservice & hospitality industry is invited to apply for an undergraduate scholarship starting Sat., Jan. 15 through Tues., March 15.

-Scholarships range from $2,500 to $10,000.

-For more info and to apply, visit ChooseRestaurants.org/Scholarships.