ADVOCACY

Your Industry.
Your Voice.

The ORHA is pro-business on local, state and federal issues important to our members’ bottom lines.


We respect all views and our approach to working with government officials is non-partisan.

ADVOCACY UPDATE

Members receive monthly updates with the latest in state and federal activity. From timely memos to bill tracking, ORHA members hear it first. Read last months Advocacy Update.

NOV. 2025 UPDATE ➝
IMMIGRATION COMPLIANCE GUIDE

This guide helps Ohio restaurant and hospitality employers understand and comply with immigration laws amid increased federal enforcement. Also available in Spanish.

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DEVELOPING: THC BEVERAGES

Senate Bill 56 would allow breweries & bars to sell drinks with no more than 5 milligrams of THC per serving until the end of 2026. Plus new restrictions for hemp & marijuana.

THE LATEST AS OF 12.15 ➝

Protect Your Future

Help support ideas, legislation & proposed laws that stimulate the economy and protect the growth of Ohio's restaurant & hospitality industry. Your donations help ensure our collective voices are heard.

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RESTAURANTS ACT

Join Forces to Fight for Our Industry

Restaurants Act gives restaurant operators and employees a seat at the table with policymakers and thought leaders at the federal level.

ORHA members also receive membership with the National Restaurant Association, who tirelessly advocates for the restaurant & hospitality industry on national issues.

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THE PENNY SHORTAGE

In February 2025 the U.S. Mint was directed to stop producing pennies. Rounding down because of a lack of pennies could cost restaurants an estimated $156–$168 million annually.

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CREDIT CARD COMPETITION 

High swipe fees negatively impacts businesses and consumers. Download the poster to tell your guests to ask Congress to support the Credit Card Competition Act to lower credit card swipe fees.

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