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[email protected] INSIDE THIS ISSUE 4 Industry Outlook 6 Chairman’s Message 8 COVER STORY PA Corrections Department Highlights Culinary Program, Invites Restaurateurs to Attend “Restaurant Day” 12 5 Reasons to Check out the Work Opportunity Tax Credit 16 Want Top Talent? Recruit Veterans 18 Legislator Spotlight 20 Legislative Corner 22 Legal Docket 24 Education & Training 26 Member Milestones 30 Welcome New Members p 8