Author: Vanessa Hidalgo
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Hotel Management: AHLA speaks out on industry concerns in D.C., New York
Categories: ArticlesBy Jena Tesse Fox More than 300 hotel owners, operators, general managers and suppliers visited Washington, D.C., this week to urge congressional leaders to support and strengthen the hotel industry. American Hotel & Lodging Association members addressed the industry’s top concerns regarding the mounting challenges that continue to impact U.S. hospitality—from regulatory uncertainty around franchising to…
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The Fulcrum: OPINION: Cassidy’s Latest Chance To Boost The Small Businesses He Has Long Championed
Categories: Op-EdsBy Bill Dipaola When election season rolls around, voters are accustomed to hearing politicians proclaim their support for small businesses–institutions that routinely top Gallup’s list of America’s most trusted by a country mile. It’s easy to talk the talk during campaign season. It’s much harder to do the work when the cameras are off, and the spotlight…
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Missouri Times: Opinion: Working Together On The American Franchise Act
Categories: Op-EdsBy Jesse Keyser on February 23, 2026 It’s common to hear complaints about politics and politicians, and often for good reason. People get tired of the gridlock and partisanship. But when elected officials do the right thing, they deserve credit, too. Right now, there is something special brewing in both Jefferson City and Washington, D.C.…
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The Well News: Congress Has a Chance to Support Small Businesses With the American Franchise Act
Categories: Op-EdsFebruary 12, 2026 by Clement Troutman, Franchisee, Tropical Smoothie Café & PJ’s Coffee Last year, when Congress passed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, it offered a lifeline to entrepreneurs like me everywhere. Not only were existing tax cuts extended, but new ones — like “No Tax on Tips” — were implemented, plus questions about…