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ORLA Needs You to Get Engaged on the Issues! We work to make sure the restaurant and lodging industry is well represented across all levels of government, and we need your help. As owners and operators, you have tremendous stories to tell and real-life experiences to share. The bills and laws elected officials consider or pass can have a huge impact on your business and they need to hear about it straight from you. 
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SHARE YOUR STORY!

ORLA has a new tool for you to record your hospitality story. It takes just a minute and it's simple to share your authentic story in 90 seconds or less. As we try to collectively tackle our workforce development issues across all regions of Oregon, your story in your voice matters most to our elected leaders and other partners throughout the state. 
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HOW TO GET INVOLVED
Your first step to getting involved is to stay informed by signing up to receive text alerts as a Hospitality Advocate. Go online to register or you can simply text "ORLA" to 52886. Contact Greg Astley, director of government affairs at 971.224.1502 with additional questions. Here are more ways to engage:
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  • LEVEL 1: Write a letter to an elected official or make a personal phone call.​
    As a constituent and as a business owner, your story and opinion matters to elected officials. Hearing from you directly can help change an opinion or strengthen the resolve of a good decision. It's also important to thank elected officials who “get it” and help block bad laws or pass good ones. Be sure to copy ORLA on your written letter and send us an email summary of your conversation. Find Your Legislator
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  • LEVEL 2: Make a personal visit to an elected official.
    Making an appointment and having a face-to-face meeting with an elected official reminds them who you are, what you do and how important an issue is to you and our industry. It also helps establish a more personal relationship with them, hopefully making it easier the next time you need to talk about an important issue.

  • LEVEL 3: Testify before an elected body and commit to Levels 1 & 2.
    When you are willing to take time to come and speak before an elected group, it sends a strong message. It says you feel strongly about an issue and the impact it could have on your business is enough that you felt you needed to personally testify or comment so your voice is heard.​ For reference, see how to testify remotely in committee hearings.​ ​
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BE A PART OF THE DISCUSSION, HELP STEER POLICY DIRECTION
ORLA’s Government Affairs Committee meets regularly to discuss issues of importance to the hospitality and tourism industry in Oregon, and is led by industry member co-chairs and ORLA’s government affairs department staff.
 
Interested members from around the state participate to voice their concerns on current issues, while providing valuable input on the direction of our government affairs and advocacy efforts. Agenda items often include:
  • Policy directives and position papers
  • Legislative agenda promoted by the association
  • Legislative bill review with opportunities to testify as needed
  • Guest speakers including state agency directors, regulatory managers, elected officials
  • Election information on ballot measures and candidates for office
  • Political action committee oversight for ORLAPAC and ORLA Local Action Committee, and more!
 
During the legislative session, the Government Affairs Committee meets virtually weekly so members can be involved from the convenience of their businesses. Outside of the session, the committee holds monthly calls. For more information, contact Greg Astley, Director of Government Affairs.
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  • ABOUT
    • Contact Us
    • ORLA Board
    • OHF Board
    • ORLAMS Board
    • Get Involved
    • Staff
    • Industry Facts
    • Industry Groups
  • MEMBERSHIP
    • Restaurant & Lodging Membership
    • Allied Membership
    • Buyers' Guide
    • Cost-Saving Member Programs >
      • Coupons & Discounts
      • SAIF
      • Dell Technologies
      • Clover
      • Hospitality Insurance Program
      • ASCAP
      • BMI
      • Hospitality Partners
    • Get Involved
    • Lodging Listings
  • ADVOCACY
    • Take Action
    • Compliance & ADA
    • Federal Advocacy
    • Legislative Session
    • Local Advocacy & Leadership
    • Lottery
    • ORLA Outcomes
    • Meet the Team
    • Support PAC >
      • Donate to PAC
  • FOUNDATION
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    • Contribute
    • Guest Service Gold®
    • ProStart >
      • ProStart Championships
      • Prostart / CTE Resources
    • SHARE YOUR STORY
    • Workforce Blog
    • Workforce Development >
      • Best Practices
      • Hospitality Job Videos
      • Restaurant Ready
  • TRAINING
    • Alcohol Server Training
    • Food Handler Training
    • ServSafe® Manager
    • Crises & Disasters
    • Guest Service Gold®
    • Industry Training
    • Oregon Tourism Leadership Academy >
      • Before You Apply
      • Experiential Learning Overview
    • Webinars
    • Workforce Resources >
      • Best Practices
      • Hospitality Job Videos
      • Restaurant Ready
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    • Buyer's Guide
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    • Compliance & ADA >
      • Wage and Hour
      • Federal & State Agencies
    • Crises & Disasters
    • Resource Library
    • Sustainability >
      • Reducing Food Waste