Troy Flanagan
Troy Flanagan is AHLA’s senior vice president of government affairs and industry relations.
A Long-Term Solution to Short-Term Rentals
Last month, we saw a powerful example of the American Hotel & Lodging Association’s advocacy influence and reach as we secured an important policy victory that ensures fair treatment for hotels in Hawaii, a...
The Fight for Franchising: AHLA Opposes New Jersey Legislation Threatening the Hotel Franchise Model
One of our industry’s greatest success stories is the hotel franchise model. More than half of U.S. hotels are franchised today. This year alone, these properties will support 2.5 million jobs and generate nearly...
Legislative Wins: Hoteliers Secure a Big Victory in Georgia
Legislation passed in one state or locality—positive or negative—can have a ripple effect throughout the country.
That’s why the American Hotel & Lodging Association has invested heavily in expanding its state and local government affairs...
Local Advocacy: AHLA Advances Industry Priorities in State Legislatures
As part of its new five-year strategic plan, AHLA continues to increase investment in and emphasis on state and local government affairs and advocacy and to increase our ability to support our State Lodging...
Onerous Ordinance: NYC Law Threatens Industry Recovery
On October 8, a disastrous New York City law went into effect that threatens the future of hundreds of hotels and thousands of jobs.
At a time when more than 200 New York City hotels...