## TAKE ACTIONORLA Needs You to Get Engaged on the Issues! We work to make sure the restaurant and lodging industry is well represented across all levels of government, and we need your help. As owners and operators, you have tremendous stories to tell and real-life experiences to share. The bills and laws elected officials consider or pass can have a huge impact on your business and they need to hear about it straight from you. Read on for opportunities to share your story, testify, and/or participate in the Government Affairs Committee calls. |


**HOW TO GET ENGAGED IN THE ISSUES**

Your first step to getting involved is to stay informed by signing up to receive text alerts as a Hospitality Advocate. Go online to register or you can simply text "ORLA" to 52886. Contact Greg Astley, director of government affairs at 971.224.1502 with additional questions. Here are more ways to engage:


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**BE A PART OF THE DISCUSSION, HELP STEER POLICY DIRECTION**

ORLA’s Government Affairs Committee meets regularly to discuss issues of importance to the hospitality and tourism industry in Oregon, and is led by industry member co-chairs and ORLA’s government affairs department staff.

Interested members from around the state participate to voice their concerns on current issues, while providing valuable input on the direction of our government affairs and advocacy efforts. Agenda items often include:

- Policy directives and position papers
- Legislative agenda promoted by the association
- Legislative bill review with opportunities to testify as needed
- Guest speakers including state agency directors, regulatory managers, elected officials
- Election information on ballot measures and candidates for office
- Political action committee oversight for ORLAPAC and ORLA Local Action Committee, and more!

During the legislative session, the Government Affairs Committee meets virtually weekly so members can be involved from the convenience of their businesses. Outside of the session, the committee holds monthly calls. For more information, contact Greg Astley, Director of Government Affairs.