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Hawaii Governor Vetoes Vacation Rental Bill, AHLA Responds

HONOLULU—Hawaii Governor David Ige this week vetoed Senate Bill 1292 regarding vacation rentals. The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) released the following statement...
United States Supreme Court in Washington DC

Report: Supreme Court Ruling Makes Airbnb’s Tax Agreements Obsolete

WASHINGTON—A new report released today on National Tax Day underscores why the Supreme Court’s Wayfair vs. South Dakota decision eliminates the need for states...

Americans Strongly Support Reforming Federal Law To Rein In Illegal Short-Term Rentals

Washington, D.C.  – According to a new national survey, Americans overwhelmingly support amending federal law to remove loopholes used by short-term rental sites, like...
Capitol Hill

Congress Passes Bill to Add $324 Billion to Paycheck Protection Program

On Thursday, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act—a $484 billion coronavirus relief bill that includes...

AHLA Releases 2022 Midyear State of the Hotel Industry Report

WASHINGTON—Midway through 2022, the hotel industry continues to make strides toward recovery, with nominal hotel room revenue and state and local tax revenues projected...
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IHG Hotels & Resorts Implements Apple AirPlay at North American Hotels

NEW YORK—IHG Hotels & Resorts launched Apple AirPlay in the first phase of hotel rooms, giving guests the ability to stream content privately from...

Davidson Hospitality Group Recommits to Sustainability

ATLANTA, Georgia—Davidson Hospitality Group announced its renewed commitment to sustainability and conservational efforts through streamlined engineering management, strategic operational partnerships, food and beverage programs,...
Maverick Hotels and Restaurants

Maverick Hotels and Restaurants Adds Two Properties to Managed Portfolio

BOSTON, Massachusetts—Maverick Hotels and Restaurants announced that it has added The York Beach Surf Club and The Sea Latch Inn, both located in York...
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