Posts by wwaren@lra.org
NRA Update: “No Taxes on Tips” Act
Latest News NRA Update: “No Taxes on Tips” Act Jun 21, 2024 On June 20, four U.S. Senators introduced the “No Taxes on Tips Act” to prevent federal income taxation on employee tips in any industry. While the proposal would eliminate the federal income tax for tips, these tips would still be subject to the…
Read MoreLouisiana Senate Approves Repeal of Minor Break Law
Latest News Louisiana Senate Approves Repeal of Minor Break Law May 22, 2024 On Tuesday, the Louisiana Senate approved House Bill 156, which repeals a requirement that employers provide a mandatory 30-minute break to minors working shifts lasting five hours or longer, in a 26-11 vote, with a major amendment now attached to the legislation. The…
Read MoreLakeshore High, Chalmette High Represent Louisiana at National ProStart Invitational
Latest News Lakeshore High, Chalmette High Represent Louisiana at National ProStart Invitational Apr 30, 2024 ProStart students from Lakeshore and Chalmette High Schools represented Louisiana at the National ProStart Invitational in Baltimore, in the Culinary and Management competitions, respectively. The Lakeshore team demonstrated their techniques and creativity in the culinary competition via a three-course menu…
Read MoreU.S. DOL Increases New Overtime Salary Threshold
Latest News U.S. DOL Increases New Overtime Salary Threshold Apr 24, 2024 The Department of Labor (DOL) has released its final overtime rule, significantly increasing the minimum annual salary threshold determining overtime pay eligibility under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) from $35,568 to $58,656. The rule will gradually come into effect, with an increase to…
Read MoreFTC Votes to Ban Non-Compete Agreements
Latest News FTC Votes to Ban Non-Compete Agreements Apr 24, 2024 What Just Happened: The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has voted to enact a far-reaching ban on non-compete agreements. This decision, resulting from a 3-2 vote, will take effect 120 days following its publication in the Federal Register. The rule aims to prohibit all new non-compete…
Read MoreCommon Restaurant Scams & How You Can Avoid Them
Latest News Common Restaurant Scams & How You Can Avoid Them Apr 16, 2024 The Department of Labor (DOL) has released its final overtime rule, significantly increasing the minimum annual salary threshold determining overtime pay eligibility under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) from $35,568 to $58,656. The rule will gradually come into effect, with an…
Read MoreEmpowering Advocacy: Highlights from LRA Day at the Capitol
Latest News Empowering Advocacy: Highlights from LRA Day at the Capitol Apr 10, 2024 Seventy members of the Louisiana Restaurant Association (LRA) convened at the Capitol for a pivotal event known as LRA Day. This gathering provided a platform for industry leaders to address pressing issues facing the restaurant sector. Among the distinguished speakers were…
Read MoreFlavorful Tribute: Louisiana’s Mom and Pop Restaurants Shine on National Business Day
Latest News Flavorful Tribute: Louisiana’s Mom and Pop Restaurants Shine on National Business Day Mar 29, 2024 Don’t let the term “Mom and Pop” give you the impression that these business owners aren’t sophisticated. In the realm of restaurants, it signifies a world of dedication, versatility, and unyielding passion. A restaurant owner can seamlessly transition…
Read MoreServing Up Technology: New Data Shows How Tech Integration is Transforming the Restaurant Experience
Latest News Serving Up Technology: New Data Shows How Tech Integration is Transforming the Restaurant Experience Mar 27, 2024 National Restaurant Association Technology Landscape report showcases industry innovation and where consumer desires are pushing trends Technology use in restaurants is accelerating, creating new touchpoints between restaurants and the consumers they serve, according to the National…
Read MoreProposed Settlement Requires Visa and Mastercard to Reduce Swipe Fees, But Long-Term Solutions Needed
Latest News Proposed Settlement Requires Visa and Mastercard to Reduce Swipe Fees, But Long-Term Solutions Needed Mar 26, 2024 On March 26, a proposed settlement agreement was announced requiring Visa and Mastercard to reduce swipe fees charged to restaurants and other merchants to process credit card transactions starting in April 2025. While this news is…
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