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AAHOA Supports Delay of L.A. Hotel Wage Mandate

AAHOA has expressed support for a Los Angeles City Council motion to delay the implementation of a $25 minimum wage mandate until a comprehensive economic impact study is completed.

Key Takeaways

  1. 1Advocate for the L.A. City Council motion to study the economic impacts of the proposed $25 minimum wage before enactment.
  2. 2Evaluate how the rapid wage increase would affect operational viability for small businesses and independent hotel owners.
  3. 3Monitor the legislative process as AAHOA pushes for a delay to ensure sustainable payroll transitions for the local hospitality sector.

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Source: Lodging Magazine

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