The Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA) would take away a worker’s right to a federally supervised private ballot election when deciding whether or not to join a union.

• Fact sheet - This video fact sheet can be reproduced and handed out as a quick guide to the video’s usage in the workplace.
• Guidance sheet on discussion - This “Supervisory Do’s and Don’t” two-page document can help supervisors discuss the video and union organizing with their employees and focus on the right way to approach this sensitive topic.

"Stand Up" The Reality of Card Check Legislation Part 1 - for employees

"Stand Up" The Reality of Card Check Legislation Part 2 - for employees

"Think Again" - for managers

Lawmakers rely on associations to provide them with expert information and specific data, helping them determine the effects of possible legislation before it becomes law. The New York State Hospitality & Tourism Association (NYSH&TA) represents the lodging and tourism industry as a whole, and continues to bring a voice of reason and credibility to the table by providing industry facts to state and national lawmakers.

NYSH&TA's legislative and legal services is provided by one of the leading lobbying law firms in the state — Wilson Elser.

NYSH&TA strives to provide a strong voice for our state’s hospitality and tourism industry, and protects and enhances the financial welfare of the industry. Your Association is closely monitoring several issues, including:

• Paid Family Leave
• Pay Equity
• Unemployment Insurance

If these proposed bills become laws they would devastate the state's lodging community.

Industry Issues

2011 New York State Issues

New York State Senate and Assembly
Make your voice be heard! Direct link to your Senators and Assemblymembers who represent you in Albany.

Resources & Regulations
The New York State Hospitality & Tourism Association's Resource Center is full
of hospitality and tourism topics. Read about industry related research including
regulations, legislation, lodging trends, statistics, and much more!

Tourism Industry Coalition
The Tourism Industry Coalition (TIC) of New York State was formed in 1990 to give a unified voice to issues that affect the tourism industry.

NYSH&TA State Political Action Committee (PAC)
Assisting in fundraising efforts and in fund distribution to political candidates.

Key Industry Links
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