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Connecticut Lodging Association
Coronavirus Update 7/31/20
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DCF Human Trafficking Prevention Course for Lodging
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Unfortunately, human trafficking is still an issue nationwide. Even though a pandemic hit the globe this crime finds ways to continue and even thrive.
The state of Connecticut has made important steps to take action against human trafficking including requirements for all lodging employees to be trained on human trafficking prevention every year.
Join us Thursday, August 13 for CLA's first virtual training course on Human Trafficking Prevention from the CT Department of Children and Families. This course is open to all and any lodging employees. Please register each employee who will attend the course separately.
Please send any questions in advance to info@ctlodging.org, with subject line 8/13 HTP Question. Please submit any advance questions by noon, 8/11/20.
When: Thursday, August 13, 2020 | 9:00-11:00 a.m.
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Coronavirus (COVID19) in Connecticut
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Overall Summary Total**; Change Since Yesterday
COVID-19 Cases
49,670; +130
COVID-19-Associated Deaths
4,431; +6
Patients Currently Hospitalized with COVID-19
66; +13
COVID-19 PCR Tests Reported
776,775; +12,958
**Includes confirmed plus probable cases
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As of Tuesday, July 28, there are 34 states, DC, and Puerto Rico that meet the criteria:
Alaska, Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, Montana, North Carolina, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Nevada, Ohio, Oklahoma, Puerto Rico, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C., Wisconsin
Guidance On The Essential Critical Infrastructure Workforce CISA's Identifying Critical Infrastructure During COVID-19 guidance and accompanying list are intended to support state, local, and industry partners in identifying the critical infrastructure sectors and the essential workers. Updated 6/18/20
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For COVID 19 Information Connecticut Residents Can Call 2-1-1 or text CTCOVID to 898211
NEWS
Rhode Island is seeing a coronavirus spike. What does that mean for Connecticut?
courant.com
Lamont doubled down on opening schools – but says the state won’t enforce it
ctmirror.org
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You are making a difference:
We made our voice heard loud and clear where it counts most right now - on Capitol Hill. As Congress continues to debate what could be the final Covid-19 relief bill of 2020, your outreach during our National Day of Action could not have happened at a more important time. Thanks to you, we achieved these incredible results:
- Sent over 26,000 letters, phone calls and tweets to Members of Congress.
- Contacted 531 Members of Congress, representing all 50 states.
- Since the crisis began, we have engaged nearly 170,000 times with Members of Congress and have gained 43,416 new advocates.
If you have not reached out to your Members of Congress, please do so this week. We depend on you. If you have already reached out to your Representatives, please encourage your hotel team to do the same. AHLA has made taking action EASY. Click any link below to share your voice!
Congress continues to slowly negotiate the next relief package
with discussions between the Administration and Democrats producing little results this week. With so much daylight between the House Democrats' $3 Trillion HEROES Act and the Senate Republicans' $1 Trillion HEALS Act, it is hard to see a clear path forward. Nevertheless, many of
AHLA’s priorities
are included in
both pieces of legislation
and it is critical that we continue to advocate on both sides of the aisle.
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COVID-19 Precautions for Hotels
, a new course! COVID-19 Precautions for Hotels, created in consultation with the AHLA's Safe Stay Advisory Council, presents united industry guidelines endorsed by all major U.S. hotel brands to help hotel operators achieve their top priority – protecting guests and employees against the coronavirus.
REGISTER HERE
for the course.
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Webinars
*Please login using your member ID to view the webinars.
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STR Data for July 19-25: Occupancy and Room Rates Up Slightly
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Last week's numbers are in: U.S. hotel occupancy and room rates rose slightly over the previous week, according to STR. This week-over-week increase in occupancy has been the trend for 14 of the last 15 weeks, although growth in demand has slowed. However, aggregate data for the Top 25 Markets continues to show lower occupancy (40.8 percent) and ADR ($97.32) than all other markets. Read more about U.S. hotel performance for the week of July 19-25
here
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Survey: The Prospects For The Hotel Business In 2021
forbes.com
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Lodging Reopening Guidelines and Resources
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Guidelines:
PPP Application Deadline Extension - The federal government has extended the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) until August 8. Businesses that haven’t yet applied for a PPP loan can find a list of SBA-approved banks and credit unions that accept PPP applications at
sba.gov/paycheckprotection/find
CT Office of Tourism: New So Good to See You safety videos- These videos spotlight the many protocols businesses across the state have put in place to welcome visitors back safely. Each video includes interviews with a sampling of our restaurant, lodging and attraction leaders who showcase how well-prepared the entire Connecticut tourism industry is for the return of our residents and area visitors alike. To see all Tourism Safety videos
CLICK HERE. Download Lodging Safety Video
HERE.
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COVID19: What is the current situation?
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Total cases:
4,405,932; +65,935
Total deaths:
150,283; +1,417
NEWS
As $600 weekly unemployment benefit expires, coronavirus relief talks sputter and Washington plays blame game
cnbc.com
U.S. Coronavirus Cases Soar as 18 States Set Single-Day Records This Week
nytimes.com
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CDC Resources
COVID-19 Travel Recommendations
- The Department of State advises U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19.
- CDC recommends that travelers avoid all nonessential international travel. CDC recommends that travelers avoid travel to Brazil, China, Iran, Most European Countries, United Kingdom and Ireland
- U.S. Travel: Travel increases your chances of getting and spreading COVID-19. Do not travel if you are sick, or if you have been around someone with COVID-19 in the past 14 days. Do not travel with someone who is sick. Protect yourself and others during your trip.
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World Health Organization Situation Report
who.int
16 812 763; cases; +253 801
662 095;
deaths; +5 999
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The Connecticut Lodging Association is a trade association representing and promoting the lodging industry in Connecticut. Want to know about CLA benefits and membership? Visit us at
ctlodging.org/membership
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