Kalamazoo, MI – August 31, 2016 – Congressman Fred Upton (R-MI) toured the Candlewood Suites in Kalamazoo, Michigan today as part of the American Hotel & Lodging Association’s (AH&LA) “Heart of the House” hotel tour program. The tour of the downtown Kalamazoo hotel catering to both business and leisure guests, illustrated the vital role the hotel industry plays in supporting the small town’s community and local job growth. 

Washington D.C., August 31, 2016 – Thomas J. Corcoran, Jr. chairman of the board and co-founder of FelCor Lodging Trust, will be honored with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award at the Americas Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS), January 23-25, 2017, in Los Angeles. This prominent award is presented to an individual who has made significant contributions to the hospitality industry through their actions, deeds, and great accomplishments.

WASHINGTON (August 30, 2016) - The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits discrimination on the basis of a disability and requires that commercial facilities open to the public, including lodging properties, allow individuals with disabilities to participate equally in the goods and services they offer.

While various sections of the ADA deal with employment, public services and telecommunications, Title III mandates:

Washington, D.C. – August 30, 2016 - The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA) today announced the appointment of Jason Brewer as vice president government affairs and strategic initiatives. Brewer is a veteran communications and political affairs professional, having spent the last decade assisting elected officials, candidates and organizations with strategic planning and message development. He officially joins AH&LA on August 31. 

Portland, OR – August 23, 2016 – U.S. Congressman Kurt Schrader (D-OR) visited the Hilton Portland & Executive Tower today as part of the American Hotel & Lodging Association’s (AH&LA) “Heart of the House” hotel tour program, which emphasizes the important role the hotel industry plays in supporting job growth, economic opportunities and community development in the Portland area and across the country.

Georgetown, Texas – August 23, 2016 – Congressman John Carter (R-TX-31) toured the Sheraton Georgetown Texas Hotel & Conference Center today as part of a “Heart of the House” hotel tour program hosted by the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA). The “Heart of the House” program links hotels across the United States with members of Congress from their districts to discuss how the industry provides a pathway for upward mobility, offers long-term career opportunities, and contributes to the local community. 

Long Beach, CA – August 17, 2016 – Today, Congressman Alan Lowenthal (D-CA) visited Hotel Maya – a DoubleTree by Hilton in Long Beach, California as part of the American Hotel & Lodging Association’s (AH&LA) “Heart of the House” hotel tour to build a relationship with Long Beach hotel employees and see firsthand what issues matter most to hotels and their employees.