On Oct. 8, 2024, Rep. Keith Self (R-TX) joined AAHOA North Texas Ambassador Jayant (Jay) Patel for a Back-of-the-House Tour at the La Quinta Inn & Suites in Allen, TX.

What happened:

• Rep. Self met with Patel’s partners and hotel staff to get an inside look at hotel operations.
• They discussed key issues impacting hoteliers, including:
  • The Loans In Our Neighborhoods (LIONS) Act and the Credit Card Competition Act.
  • The ongoing labor shortages challenging small businesses.

Why it matters:
Back-of-the-House Tours are a cornerstone of AAHOA’s advocacy efforts. These visits give lawmakers firsthand insight into the challenges and opportunities in the hospitality industry, fostering informed policy decisions.

What’s next:
AAHOA will continue building connections between hoteliers and policymakers to champion solutions that support small businesses and local economies.