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AHLA Condemns New York City Council Passage of the Safe Hotels Act
AHLA | October 24, 2024
WASHINGTON (Oct. 23, 2024) – American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) Interim President & CEO Kevin Carey released the following statement today after the New York City Council passed the “Safe Hotels Act.” “Today’s passage of the ‘Safe Hotels Act’ (Int. 991) by the City Council caps a legislative scramble and special interest power play that will do irreparable harm to the city’s hotel industry and tourism economy. From the start, this rushed and haphazard legislative process has been in service of one goal; to deliver a single special interest victory at the expense of small and minority-owned ...
AAHOA Expresses Disappointment Over Passage of New York City Council’s Safe Hotels Act
AAHOA | October 24, 2024
ATLANTA, GA, OCTOBER 24, 2024 — AAHOA (Asian American Hotel Owners Association) is deeply disappointed by the New York City Council's decision to pass the Safe Hotels Act on Wednesday, October 23, despite recent revisions. While the exemption for hotels with fewer than 100 rooms offers relief to some, AAHOA remains concerned about the adverse effects of this legislation on the broader hotel industry, particularly minority-owned businesses. The revisions fail to address industry leaders' critical concerns throughout the legislative process. The Safe Hotels Act (Int. No. 991-C) threatens to disrupt normal hotel operations and could in...
Hotel Association of NYC Applauds Passage of Safe Hotels Act
HANYC | October 24, 2024
NEW YORK--The Hotel Association of New York City (HANYC) issued the following statement regarding the New York City Council’s passage of Intro 991, known as the “Safe Hotels Act.” Vijay Dandapani, President and CEO of the Hotel Association of New York City, said: “After hard-fought negotiation and necessary adjustments that exempt small hotels from onerous costs and all hotels from arbitrary licensing rules, the legislation passed today by the City Council will create a fair and practical standard for hotels that will protect both our industry and employees – and also provide the best possible experience for our guests so that ...
AAHOA Members Testify on New York City Council’s Proposed Safe Hotels Act
AAHOA | October 10, 2024
NEW YORK CITY, October 10, 2024—AAHOA (Asian American Hotel Owners Association) joined forces with industry leaders and organizations on Wednesday, October 9, at New York City Hall to rally against the proposed Safe Hotels Act (Int. No. 991-B). The act, introduced by the New York City Council, has drawn widespread criticism for what many see as an attempt to impose unionization on the hotel industry. This rally follows a similar demonstration last month, which drew over 1,500 attendees in opposition. The proposed act would require hotels to obtain an additional operating license and prohibit the use of subcontractors for core functions ...
Hotel and Hospitality Professionals Unite to Oppose Intro 991 at City Hall Press Conference
The American Hotel & Lodging Association | October 10, 2024
NEW YORK CITY (October 10, 2024) – Today, hundreds of hotel and hospitality professionals gathered on the steps of City Hall to voice their opposition to Intro 991, the so-called “Safe Hotels Act.” The press conference brought together representatives from across the hospitality sector who highlighted the severe consequences this bill would have on New York City’s hotels, subcontractors, and small businesses. Intro 991, though claiming to be a safety measure, actually introduces costly operational mandates that threaten the survival of the city’s hotels, placing more than 265,000 jobs and billions in tax revenue at risk. Speaker...
AAHOA Joins Rally in Opposition to New York City Council’s Proposed Safe Hotels Act
AAHOA | September 12, 2024
NEW YORK CITY, September 12, 2024—The Safe Hotels Act, proposed by the New York City Council, would negatively impact the city's hotel industry, which contributes millions annually to the local economy, according to speakers at an industry rally held Thursday, September 12, at New York City Hall. AAHOA joined other industry associations and organizations to oppose the proposed Safe Hotels Act Int. No. 991. If passed, this act would prohibit hotels from operating without an additional license and prohibit using subcontractors for core functions such as housekeeping, front desk, and security. Among industry leaders, AAHOA Treasurer Rahul ...
AAHOA Applauds NYC Council’s Decision to Postpone Safe Hotels Act Hearing
AAHOA | July 29, 2024
ATLANTA, GA, July 29 – AAHOA (Asian American Hotel Owners Association) welcomes New York City Councilwoman Julie Menin's recent announcement to postpone the hearing on the Safe Hotels Act, a decision that follows last week's announcement of the bill's concerning rapid introduction and development. If enacted, it would prohibit hotels from operating without an additional license, including preventing the use of subcontractors for core functions such as housekeeping, front desk, and security. Councilwoman Menin stated via X on Sunday afternoon, following conversations with the Hotel Association of New York City and the Hotel and Ga...
