ADA Reform This is proving to be a tumultuous year for reform of California laws surrounding accessibility standards. At the start of the year, CHLA announced our legislation, authored by Asm. Stephanie Nguyen, which is designed to tackle forum shopping, abuse of California accessibility laws by vexatious litigants, and more. However, CHLA chose to hold the legislation last month in response to a rapidly shifting political environment and to preserve the effective language of the measure. By the same token, CHLA is shifting to support other ADA reform legislation which would establish rights to cure alleged violations in both physical and website-based construction. Similar measures have been introduced in the past, but, failed passage for various reasons. This is a tough issue, and one which CHLA needs to make sure we get right. Conclusion This list is not exhaustive (CHLA is tracking over 100 bills at the time of writing, while many of the 2,600 total bills introduced are also being amended and added to CHLA’s tracking/advocacy lists). It is designed to highlight some of the hotel-specific issues moving at the state level today. Over the coming months, bills will die, be amended, and more. CHLA will continue to advocate for your interests and appreciates your continued support. www.calodging.com 5
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