​Learn how ORLA protects the business interests of foodservice and lodging operators.

ADVOCACY

A Powerful Voice on Key Industry Issues

ORLA's government affairs team is on the front lines promoting and protecting the foodservice and lodging industries of Oregon. By advocating for public policies that sustain our industry and educating elected officials about the issues and challenges our industry faces, we serve as the voice of hospitality at the local, state and national levels. 

Get engaged and be a part of the solution!
  • Contact your legislators and share with them what's important to your business
  • Testify at a public hearing or attend a city council meeting
  • Alert local media about what matters to you and your business
  • Participate and support our PAC events, attend ORLA regional meetings​
  • Join local committees or civic engagement groups like the Portland Kitchen Cabinet
  • Follow Advocacy news updates and subscribe to Advocacy Alert emails

​For more information, contact Greg Astley, director of government affairs at 503.682.4422.
KEY ISSUES
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- Ballot Measures: ORLA Positions
- ORLA's 2018 Short Session Wins 
- Bend Room Tax La​wsuit
​- Casino Proliferation
- ​Food Scrap Mandates
- Homeless Crisis Issues​​
- IP31: End Easy Tax Hikes
- Lodging Tax / Tourism Investments
- Lottery Retailers 
​- Menu Labeling
- Minimum Wage Hikes
- Paid Family Leave
- Plastic Straw Ban
- Portland 2+4 fees for OTCs
- Portland Drive-Through Ordinance
- Member Wins and Savings
​- ​Overtime Rule
​- Scheduling Law
- Service Charge Guidance
- ​Short-term Rental Regulations
- Tip Pooling

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RESOURCES

JOIN THE PORTLAND KITCHEN CABINET