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Resources for Florida hotel operators

Reports, briefings, and alerts for Florida hotel operators.

Reports

Original data analysis on enforcement patterns and penalties for hotel operators in United States.

Employment

DOL Has Recovered $57M From Florida Hospitality

$57.5M in DOL back wages from Florida hospitality across 6,916 cases. Overtime drove 58% of it, not the minimum wage everyone watches.

Data: WHISARD findings 1999-2026; extracted Jun 20267 min read

Briefings

Short, practical explainers on inspections, incident response, and day-to-day compliance for hotel operators in United States.

HB 103 and SB 122: Florida's Failed BTR Repeal

HB 103 passed the Florida House 82-26 but died in the Senate on 13 March 2026. Chapter 205 remains in force; the 2026-27 BTR renewal cycle is unchanged.

4 min read
Employment

Florida's $15 Minimum Wage: September 30, 2026

On 30 September 2026, Florida's base wage rises to $15 and the tipped cash wage to $11.98. It is the last fixed step before annual inflation adjustments.

6 min read

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Bars

4 resources

Age verification, alcohol service, and late-night operating compliance for bar teams.

Restaurants

11 resources

Food hygiene inspections, allergen records, and kitchen safety for restaurant teams.

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