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The Maryland Hotel & Lodging Association (MHLA) hosted an exclusive member webinar on October 26, featuring the Maryland Department of Labor to provide members with important information and guidance on Maryland’s Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) program. The informative... Continue Reading
The Maryland Department of Labor (MDOL) has shared important updates regarding annual human trafficking prevention training certification for Maryland hotels. MDOL plans to publish a list of hotels they identify as compliant on its human trafficking webpage in a few weeks. Before publishing the... Continue Reading
MHLA President & CEO Amy Rohrer testified in support of Bill 42-26 – Transient Lodging Facilities – Short-Term Residential Rental – Online Platform Compliance at the Montgomery County Council’s October 6 public hearing. The legislation would establish compliance... Continue Reading
Scott Hamilton Named Chair of Baltimore City Council of MHLA Continue Reading
Monday, September 14, 2026 was an outstanding day for MHLA members and friends, who gathered at the beautiful Whiskey Creek Golf Course in Frederick, MD for the Annual MHLA Golf Tournament. The event was completely sold out, welcoming an exceptional turnout of golfers and one of the strongest... Continue Reading
The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) has released fiscal year 2027 per diem rates for federal employees traveling in the continental United States, including updated lodging rates for several Maryland markets. Beginning October 1, 2026, the standard CONUS lodging rate will increase by... Continue Reading
This is an update following the information we shared previously regarding the new human trafficking signage requirements established by CB-040-2026. Earlier this week, MHLA met with Council Member Eric Olson’s office to discuss implementation concerns raised by our members and potential... Continue Reading
NEW MHLA MEMBER BENEFIT: 15% OFF AHLEI TRAINING Continue Reading
Section 15–210 of the Maryland Business Regulation Article requires Maryland innkeepers to take several steps related to the identification, reporting and prevention of human trafficking. Annual Employee TrainingInnkeepers must provide employees with annual training approved by the State of... Continue Reading
MHLA has submitted the following comments in response to draft regulations proposed by the Baltimore City Board of Liquor License Commissioners (BLLC). As stated in this recent press release, “at the September 10th BLLC hearing, the Board will discuss any changes made to the current draft as... Continue Reading
Title Sponsor The 2026 MHLA Golf Tournament is almost here, and we’re ready for another exciting day at Whiskey Creek Golf Club on Monday, September 14! We look forward to welcoming everyone who has registered to golf, and truly appreciate our generous sponsors, and the many MHLA members... Continue Reading
We want to make you aware of a new Prince George’s County law that will directly affect hotel operations and ask for your input as MHLA works with the County on implementation. CB-040-2026 establishes new human trafficking awareness notice requirements for hotels and other lodging... Continue Reading
