
“Further, the proposed changes will severely impact small business owners, especially those in rural communities, who operate under tight budget margins that can’t offset the substantial increase in labor costs the proposed changes will undoubtedly create for employers. This will result in unintended consequences that will ultimately harm the very employees that the rule purports to help, preventing their advancement and opportunity and keeping the industry from continuing to grow and create jobs. AH&LA urges the DOL to reevaluate its proposed rule given the significant consequences it could have on the hotel industry and its hardworking employees and employers.”
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