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Government Affairs Update: H-2B Visas, Upcoming Hearings, New Legislation and More
Government Affairs Update: H-2B Visas, Upcoming Hearings, New Legislation and More

Stay in the know about upcoming hearings. Continue Reading

Postedby Nate Cloutier (C)
Date posted03/31/2025


Hospitality leaders fear Maine tax hikes could hurt tourism
Hospitality leaders fear Maine tax hikes could hurt tourism

One of the proposed bills would increase the state's lodging tax to 12 percent, making Maine's lodging tax the second most expensive stay tax in the country. Continue Reading

Date posted03/28/2025


News Bites: Three Weeks to EXPO!
News Bites: Three Weeks to EXPO!

The largest hospitality tradeshow in Northern New England is April 16 in Portland. Free for HM members. Book a room. Continue Reading

Postedby Kathleen Pierce (C)
Date posted03/26/2025


YOU Are Invited to EXPO 2025
YOU Are Invited to EXPO 2025

The Maine Lodging and Restaurant Show Gets You Ready for the Season. Mastering Hospitality. Wage & Hour Rules. H2B Ins and Outs. Continue Reading

Postedby Kathleen Pierce (C)
Date posted03/24/2025


Government Affairs Update: Fast Tracked - Biennial Budget Passed, Brief Adjournment, and a Special S
Government Affairs Update: Fast Tracked - Biennial Budget Passed, Brief Adjournment, and a Special S

Stay in the know about upcoming hearings. Continue Reading

Postedby Nate Cloutier (C)
Date posted03/24/2025


Canada Marketing Update Webinar
Canada Marketing Update Webinar

See the upcoming webinar opportunity related to Canada marketing. Continue Reading

Postedby Nate Cloutier (C)
Date posted03/21/2025


Legislative Alert - "Swipe Fees" Bill Receives Hearing Next Tuesday
Legislative Alert - "Swipe Fees" Bill Receives Hearing Next Tuesday

Provide your testimony as we work to curb costly credit card processing fees. Continue Reading

Postedby Nate Cloutier (C)
Date posted03/20/2025


EXPO 2025 Seminars Announced
EXPO 2025 Seminars Announced

Mastering Hospitality. Wage & Hour Rules. H2B Ins and Outs. The largest hospitality tradeshow in Northern New England is April 16 in Portland. Free for HM members. Welcome New Board Members! Continue Reading

Postedby Kathleen Pierce (C)
Date posted03/18/2025


Government Affairs Update: Upcoming Hearings, New Legislation, and Making Your Voice Heard
Government Affairs Update: Upcoming Hearings, New Legislation, and Making Your Voice Heard

Government Affairs Update: Upcoming Hearings, New Legislation, and Making Your Voice Heard Continue Reading

Postedby Nate Cloutier (C)
Date posted03/14/2025


Gov. Affairs Update Part 1: Legislative Alert
Gov. Affairs Update Part 1: Legislative Alert

Essential government affairs information customized for HM members. Stay in the know on issues and legislation impacting your business. Continue Reading

Postedby Nate Cloutier (C)
Date posted03/6/2025


New Resource: Exclusive Deals for Restaurants
New Resource: Exclusive Deals for Restaurants

RestaurantOwner.com Launches for HM members. Access Exclusive Restaurant Savings Continue Reading

Postedby Kathleen Pierce (C)
Date posted03/5/2025


2025 Maine ProStart State Invitational
2025 Maine ProStart State Invitational

Culinary and Restaurant Management Competition Continue Reading

Postedby Cassidy West (C)
Date posted02/28/2025