Friday, July 12, 2024

AHLA WEBINAR: Independent Contractor and Worker Walkaround Final Rules

Tuesday, July 16 at 2:00 pm CST

Earlier this year, the Department of Labor (DOL) finalized its Independent Contractor rule, which changes the way workers are classified as independent contractors or employees. Additionally, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) finalized its Worker Walkaround rule, which authorizes non-employee third-party representatives to accompany an OSHA inspector during a facility inspection. 

AHLA is hosting a webinar on Tuesday, July 16 at 3:00 pm ET. AHLA Allied+ member Littler Mendelson will discuss the Independent Contractor and Worker Walkaround final rules and their impact on the hotel industry. Both rules are currently in effect. 

REMINDER: Human Trafficking Recertification for Lodging Properties

All Iowa lodging providers must have completed the Department of Public Safety’s Human Trafficking Prevention Training certification to receive public funds for any state-funded event. This includes state employee lodging, conferences, meetings, or banquets.

These certifications must be renewed every three years. Many properties completed their certification in late 2021 and must now complete the certification process again to stay in compliance. Lodging properties can update their certification with the Department of Public Safety at any time to reset the three-year certification.

The process remains the same for certification and the steps are described below.

URGENT: Feedback Needed for Lawsuit Against DOL Overtime Rule

To weigh in on the lawsuit, please take this survey by Tuesday, July 16

On April 26, the Department of Labor released a final rule that will raise the salary threshold below which employees must be paid overtime for all hours worked over 40 per week. Starting on July 1, the threshold increased from $35,568 to $43,888, and that threshold will rise again to $58,656 on January 1, 2025. The rule requires automatic increases in the threshold salary level every three years that are tied to wage inflation. The rule will force businesses to absorb these cost increases, reclassify many workers from salaried to hourly, reduce opportunity and workplace flexibility, and consolidate many positions.

For more information, watch the webinar on the overtime rule.

AHLA needs your input on the Department of Labor's new overtime rule. Your responses will help inform our industry’s ongoing lawsuit against the rule.

Iowa Hotel & Lodging Industry Survey--

Please take 5 Minutes to Share Your Thoughts!

The Iowa Hotel & Lodging Association is a relatively new organization dedicated to improving the business environment for the state's lodging operators. Please help us improve how we serve you by taking a moment to complete a 5 minute survey.

Annual IHLA Awards & 40 Women to Watch

NOMINATIONS CLOSE MONDAY, JULY 15- Submit your nominations today!

The Iowa Hotel & Lodging Association has opened nominations for the state’s top hospitality honors. There are 8 award categories including hotelier, GM and employee of the year as well as innovator, philanthropy, and sustainability honors. Both businesses and individuals are eligible for nomination in certain categories. See last year's winners. Nominations are also being accepted for the 6^th Annual 40 Women to Watch in Hospitality, a program that recognizes the outstanding contributions of women in shaping the state’s hospitality landscape.

IHLA In the News: LUNCH WITH... Angela Harrington

at Panka Peruvian Restaurant

Angela Harrington is a developer, hotelier and civic promoter of the I-80 corridor from Des Moines to Iowa City. We asked her to lunch and met at Panka Peruvian Restaurant, a marvelous, minority- and female-owned café on Ingersoll. 

2024 AAHOA Upper Midwest Hotel Owners Conference and Trade Show

Attend the 2024 AAHOA Hotel Owners Conference and Trade Show Series, where hospitality professionals converge for unparalleled networking, education, and business opportunities. This dynamic event series showcases the latest industry trends, innovations, and best practices in hospitality. Attendees can expect insightful seminars led by industry experts, interactive workshops, and access to a diverse array of vendors showcasing cutting-edge products and services.

*Asian American Hotel Owners Association is a Gold Sponsor of the IHLA*

Welcome New Allied Member: Weiners

Elevate your hospitality with Weiners Travel Size Products, your one-stop shop for all your travel-sized needs. With over 1,800 items, we offer a wide selection of products to satisfy all your guests’ needs. Enjoy easy online ordering and 50% off your first order.

If you appreciate this information, please consider joining. 

These efforts are funded by our membership. Learn more about membership here.