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
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
On behalf of Experience Prince George’s and the Maryland Hotel Lodging Association (MHLA), we wish to share an important update that will impact the entire tourism community... Continue Reading
The following information was prepared by Mark Feinroth, on behalf of Boston Plaut Attorneys at Law. MHLA is a client and is pleased to share this information with our members. The Maryland Primary Election was held June 23, 2026, with early voting from June 11-18. A few races at the top of... Continue Reading
We thank our lobbyists at Boston Plaut Attorneys at Law for their work in compiling this End of Session Report. Continue Reading
The 2026 legislative session of the Maryland General Assembly is now entering its critical second half, with numerous proposals under consideration that could significantly affect Maryland’s hospitality industry. MHLA remains actively engaged in Annapolis, working with legislators, committee... Continue Reading
MHLA’s Legislative Committee meets weekly during the Maryland General Assembly Session to review bills with a potential impact on hotels and guide the Association’s position. MHLA members may click here to view our latest Legislative Tracking Sheet, which shows all bills that... Continue Reading
Click here to view the feedback submitted by MHLA to MDE (Maryland Department of the Environment) for the BEPS Stakeholder Advisory Working Group meeting held on February 19. The recording of the February Stakeholder Advisory Group (SAG) meeting is available on YouTube. During this meeting, MDE... Continue Reading
Baltimore City legislative update as of 12-11-25 Continue Reading
Last month, a bill titled “Security Officers – Compensation” was introduced and is scheduled for a public hearing before the Baltimore City Council’s Labor & Workforce Committee on December 10. You can view Council Bill 25-0116 by clicking here. If passed, hotels that... Continue Reading
Resolution advances key protections and rights for all Baltimore workers, reinforcing the City’s commitment to equity, dignity, and safe workplaces. Continue Reading
2025 MARYLAND GENERAL ASSEMBLY“END OF SESSION” REPORT April 30, 2025 Dear MHLA Member, The Association has been working hard on your behalf as this was one of the toughest legislative sessions in many years. The entire 90 days was overshadowed by the State’s more than $3... Continue Reading
