NYSHTA had a great turnout for our October 12 Legislative Networking Reception in Rochester, held in partnership with Visit Rochester. Thanks to our event sponsors and to all who came out to meet with state elected officials at the event.

Thank you to Senator Jeremy Cooney, Assemblymember Harry Bronson, Assemblywoman Sarah Clark, and Assemblyman Josh Jensen for taking time out of their day to discuss industry issues with attendees!​

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STATEWIDE LEGISLATIVE INDUSTRY OUTLOOK
Mark Dorr, President of NYSHTA

• Mark provided a brief state-of-the-state legislative address, as well as a legislative recap and industry outlook.

ROCHESTER TOURISM INDUSTRY UPDATE
Don Jeffries, President & CEO of Visit Rochester

• Don provided an update on the tourism industry in Rochester.

​Topics of Discussion:

• Tourism Matching Grants
• Market NY Funding
• Airbnb Sales & Occupancy Tax Collection
• Pre-Set Air Conditioning and Heating Hotel Bill
• ADA Website Lawsuits​