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U.S. LEGISLATIVE AFFAIRS
IAAPA closely monitors issues and legislation that impact the attractions industry. We have a full-time team of lobbyists who are in frequent contact with elected officials to represent the best interests of the industry. We strive to bring you the most up-to-date information on happenings in Washington, D.C. and across the country.
Current IssuesFederal Healthcare Reform Due to the seasonal nature of the attractions industry, many businesses have limited operating days each year. These businesses do maintain some full-time year-round employees, but their seasonal workforce is often very large in comparison. Seasonal workers are essential for the smooth operation of the business but they are unique in that the time they spend with our businesses is very short. There does not appear to be any recognition of the unique challenges in providing health insurance to seasonal workers in the current bills. Employers should have 90 days to enroll their employees in their group insurance plans before penalties take effect. Read our most recent letter to Congress, visit our blog for updates, or Take Action Now! The Employee Free Choice Act (H.R. 1409/S. 560), commonly known as “card check,” would limit an employee’s right to a secret ballot when voting whether or not to join a union. Card check allows for a union to organize if 50 percent plus one employee sign cards indicating interest in joining a union. Unfortunately, the card check system often leads to coercion and intimidation from union organizers and coworkers who support unionization. Young or inexperienced workers could be particularly exposed to these pressures. Read more or Take Action Now! For the past decade, IAAPA has educated Members of Congress on the safety record of the attractions industry and how federal oversight would not improve our outstanding record while costing the taxpayers millions of dollars. At the same time, IAAPA has helped members work in their states to develop positive ride safety legislation and regulations that incorporate the ASTM F-24 standards. We oppose Congressman Markey's Amusement Park Ride Safety Act (H.R. 2514) because we do not feel it will improve ride safety in the United States.
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