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ORLA Update - September 8, 2022

9/8/2022

 
Gubernatorial Candidate Events / Oregon PFML / ORLA Conference

Gubernatorial Candidate Events
The Oregon Beverage Alliance (OBA) is hosting three events with Oregon’s Gubernatorial candidates coming up in the next several weeks. This is a unique opportunity for our industry to have an audience with the future Governor to talk specifically about the hospitality sector, our force as an economic driver for the state, and the importance of considering the impact of policy decisions on our sector. Having a large presence at these events will help ensure that Oregon’s next Governor understands the depth, diversity, and strength of our voice. These events provide a forum for open dialogue on issues of importance to our group. The events are all free of charge and will be held at Columbia Distributing, 27200 SW Parkway Ave, in Wilsonville, Oregon.
  • Sept 21, 4-6 pm: Tina Kotek; RSVP by filling out this form
  • Sept 28, 4:30-6 pm: Christine Drazan; RSVP by emailing Alexis
  • Oct 3, 4:00-5:30 pm: Betsy Johnson; RSVP by emailing Julie
If you are interested in attending, please let us know by emailing [email protected]. RSVPs are not required, however we appreciate knowing who's interested in engaging.
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Oregon's Paid Family Medical Leave Program
Oregon’s Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance program (PFMLI) goes into effect January 1, 2023, and is funded by employer and employee contributions. Employers with less than 25 employees are not required to contribute to the program, but their employees are. Employers will be required to participate in the program or provide an equivalent plan. ORLA is actively looking into private sector solutions right now. Here are some key dates:
  • On September 6, 2022, the window opened for employers to submit equivalent plan applications through the state’s portal 
  • By November 30, 2022, employers interested in an equivalent plan must submit a declaration of intent or equivalent plan application to be exempt from state plan contributions beginning January 1, 2023.
  • For employers participating in the state plan, employer and employee premium contributions begin January 1, 2023.
  • Employers seeking equivalent plan solutions generally need to collect employee contributions starting January 1, 2023 and hold this money in a separate account until their equivalent plan is approved by the state.
  • For employers who submitted a declaration of intent, complete equivalent plan applications (including a full plan document) are due to the state by May 31, 2023.
  • If an employer seeking to use an equivalent plan does not have an approved plan by June 30, 2023, the employer must collect and pay contributions for all unpaid periods since Jan. 1, 2023, along with any penalties and interest. Retroactive withholding from employee wages is not permitted.
  • For employers with approved fully-insured equivalent plans, initial premium contributions are due September 3, 2023 (the coverage effective date).
  • PFML benefits start under the state and equivalent plans beginning September 3, 2023.

Still Time to Register for the Conference
ORLA is excited to have both Chip Rogers, President & CEO of the American Hotel & Lodging Association and Michelle Korsmo, President & CEO of the National Restaurant Association joining us in person as keynote speakers at the ORLA Hospitality Conference in Eugene. This will mark the first time in ORLA’s history where both national CEOs will be present for a gathering of our members. All details relating to the conference can be viewed on our designated conference site. View the “Sessions” tab on the following website to review the flow of the conference and reach out with any questions. This is a great time to bring key staff and those you’re looking to develop as part of your long term sustainability plan for your operation.


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