AAHOA's National Leadership & Advocacy Conference brought hospitality's priorities to Washigton By Jodi Scott In September, AAHOA Members put the hospitality industry’s priorities directly in front of policymakers, holding hundreds of meetings with members of Congress and their staff during AAHOA’s 2026 National Leadership & Advocacy Conference. The conference, … [Read more...] about On the Hill
Government Affairs
Beyond the Ballot Box
What’s at stake for hotel owners in the 2026 midterm elections By AAHOA Staff As the 2026 midterm elections approach, hotel owners and operators are watching a policy landscape that reaches far beyond the ballot box. Access to capital, labor costs, regulations, taxes, joint-employer liability, and tourism promotion all stand to shape the industry’s bottom line … [Read more...] about Beyond the Ballot Box
Your Vote Is Your Voice
How to make sure yours is heard in this year's elections By Cathleen Draper Advocacy takes many forms. It can take shape as calls, emails, or letters to your representatives, or petitions and public demonstrations. It looks like going door to door on behalf of a political candidate, scheduling meetings with elected officials, or donating to a PAC or campaign fund. It … [Read more...] about Your Vote Is Your Voice
Making Hotel Owners’ Voices Heard
From coast to coast, AAHOA advocacy furthered industry interests By Almario Duehart, MPA, & Ryan Albers In 2026, AAHOA continues to deliver meaningful advocacy victories at the state and local levels that directly strengthen the business environment for hotel owners across the country. Through coordinated engagement with lawmakers, coalition-building, and grassroots … [Read more...] about Making Hotel Owners’ Voices Heard
The Responsibility of Representation
Rep. Suhas Subramanyam seeks to restore access to the American Dream By AAHOA Staff As the son of immigrants and one of six Indian American members of Congress, Representative Suhas Subramanyam (D-VA) acutely understands the importance of representation. He also understands the daily challenges that small business owners face – before his time in Congress, Rep. … [Read more...] about The Responsibility of Representation