Benefits of the North Dakota Hospitality Association Include:
At the Capitol
- The Executive Director and lobbyists of the NDHA diligently advocate for your interests, as well as those of our industry, by effectively communicating with decision-makers at the local, state, and federal levels of government. Through our relentless efforts, the NDHA strives to secure the enactment of favorable legislation and regulations that will support the growth of your business, while actively opposing any proposed measures that may prove detrimental to your interests.
- Legislative Updates – Throughout the Legislative Session, the NDHA provides regular updates on the progress of all bills that may impact our industry. We strongly encourage our members to engage with the NDHA by sharing their insights, which help shape the association’s stance on legislative matters.
- Additionally, the NDHA produces a comprehensive email newsletter that covers a wide range of topics, including industry news, strategies for enhancing your business, updates on government and regulatory developments, and information about exclusive discount programs available to our members.
Issue Priorities
- NDHA advocates on behalf of the hospitality industry on a wide range of wage and hour issues before the legislature including minimum wage, changes to the tip credit statute, and other issues.
- NDHA advocates on behalf of the hospitality industry to ensure that the fees and license requirements imposed by state and local governments are reasonable and do not impose an undue burden on bars, restaurants, or hotels.
- NDHA has worked closely with State Health Department on Food Safety code and can be a resource to members looking to remain prepared for health inspections and other regulatory requirements.
- NDHA is able to offer advice and guidance to members facing issues at the local level related to food and beverage or lodging ordinances.
- NDHA has been very active at the state capitol on charitable gaming issues and has consistently delivered for hospitality venues to ensure that they receive a fair rental rate from charities utilizing their venue
- NDHA also works to protect and promote a positive business environment for the hospitality industry in North Dakota, including tax issues, regulatory changes, wage and hour policies, and licensing requirements.
Legislative Accomplishments
- NDHA secured an increase in electronic pull tab maximum rental rates
- Championed legislation establishing a rental rate for electronic pull tabs.
- Successfully lobbied to provide $62 million in state economic impact funds for our industry in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Joined our industry allies at the federal level to secure additional economic relief dollars in the form of the Restaurant Recovery Fund.
- Joined other business associations to secure liability protections for businesses related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- NDHA successfully advocated against policy that would have removed the teeth from the trespassing law that helps keep our employees and customers safe.
- Advanced legislation empowering hospitality establishments to help curb the use of fake or illegal IDs.
- Passed legislation allowing alcohol service to begin at 8am on Sunday for hospitality establishments.
- Successfully lobbied the legislature to provide incentives for hospitality venues that provide responsible beverage server training to their employees.
- Passed legislation raising the reimbursement rate for retailers collecting sales tax.
- Facilitated the passage of legislation authorizing a special study on the impact of credit card swipe fees on collected sales taxes.
Additional Member Benefits
- Discounted credit card and payroll processing is available to NDHA members through our partner at Heartland Payment Systems.
- Discounts available on training products through the National Restaurant Association, including ServSafe and ServSafe Alcohol.
- Restaurant members of the NDHA receive dual-membership in the National Restaurant Association, including their slate of national member benefits.
- National Advocacy: Regulations and laws that control how you can operate your business and impact its success come up or change regularly. A team of regulatory experts, lawyers, and communication specialists who understand the needs of the restaurant industry as it monitors laws and advocate on the industry’s behalf.
- Education and Connection: Programs and initiatives that create opportunities for to meet and learn from other restaurant and foodservice industry professionals.
- Research and Insight: Regular operator and consumers surveys, reports, and analysis of economic indicators.
- Discounts and Offers, Including Health Care: Membership entitles you to an array of compelling member discounts and preferred pricing on services and products that help supply, advance and protect restaurant businesses.
Additional Benefits of the North Dakota Hospitality Association Include:
Membership Decals – Proudly display your commitment to professionalism through membership in the ND Hospitality Association.
- Discounted credit card and payroll processing is available to NDHA members through our partner at Heartland Payment Systems.
- Discounts available on training products through the National Restaurant Association, including ServSafe and ServSafe Alcohol.
- Restaurant members of the NDHA receive dual-membership in the National Restaurant Association, including their slate of national member benefits.
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