ADVOCACY BRIEFSCostly Tax Hike Proposal: If approved by voters, IP 17 will cripple our economy by burdening businesses and consumers with excessive costs. Join ORLA and engage with the coalition to defeat this harmful petition. Learn the facts, sign the Individual and Organization coalition forms, and be on the August 7 Industry Sector call.
What You Need to Know About the DOL Overtime Rule: The first increase in the DOL Overtime Final Rule took effect July 1, increasing the salary threshold to determine whether employees are exempt from overtime pay under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Read more. |
INDUSTRY UPDATESJoint Employer Win: The NLRB has officially dismissed its appeal of the Eastern District of Texas decision vacating the 2023 Joint Employer Rule. The 2020 Final Rule, which requires direct and immediate control to establish a joint employer relationship, remains in effect. Read more from AHLA and the National Restaurant Association.
Paid Family Leave as of July 1, 2024: Important changes in SB 1515 will affect how employees can use Oregon Family Leave Act (OFLA), paid time off, and workers’ compensation with their Paid Leave Oregon benefits. Visit the OFLA website for the details. |
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ORLA Hospitality Conference
September 22-23, 2024 | Riverhouse Lodge, Bend
Join your peers at the ORLA Hospitality Conference where hundreds of Oregon's hotel, restaurant and tourism professionals will come together for thought leadership, networking, workshops and celebration! Bring your team to learn best practices, gain industry intel, and have a lot of fun! Learn More & Register | Sponsor Opportunities |
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TRAININGFree Training for Staff
ORLA is now partnering with Businesses Ending Slavery and Trafficking (BEST) to provide FREE human trafficking training for members and their staff. This 30-minute course can help protect your hotel or restaurant – and even save a life. Log in to the Member Portal for codes. |
LENDING SOLUTIONSORLA Finance Center
Your association is partnering with Adesso Capital to help small businesses like yours finance dreams. Originally offering ERC Assistance, Adesso is now helping businesses with lending solutions, Tip Tax Credit eligibility and FFCRA. Learn more. |
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