Get Ready: Virginia STAP Applications Open September 1st
If your organization offers responsible alcohol seller/server training and you’re not yet approved in Virginia, now is the time to prepare. The Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority (Virginia ABC) opens its annual STAP application window on September 1, and providers have only one month — until October 1 at 5:00 p.m. — to submit their […]
New Indiana Law Expands Alcohol Server Permit Requirement to Bouncers
What Training Providers Need to Know About House Enrolled Act 1275 Effective July 1, 2025, a new law in Indiana—House Enrolled Act 1275—has redefined who qualifies as an “alcohol server” in the state. While bartenders, servers, clerks, and other alcohol-handling staff have long been required to complete approved alcohol server training and obtain an employee […]
Montana RASS Training Law Changes: What Providers Need to Know
Updated July 23, 2025 Two new laws passed by the Montana Legislature—House Bill 157 (LC1667) and House Bill 196 (LC1632)—revise the requirements for Responsible Alcohol Sales and Service (RASS) training programs certified by the Montana Department of Revenue. These updates affect both the structure of training programs and the content that must be covered. Training […]
The Burden of Manual Reporting: Why Louisiana’s RV Training Portal Needs a Modern Update
For approved Responsible Vendor (RV) training providers in Louisiana, the reporting process has become a time-consuming and inefficient task. What was once a straightforward class roster upload is now a tedious manual-entry system through the Louisiana Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control’s (ATC) POSSE portal. Every student must be reported one at a time, with […]
OPINION: When Payment Disputes Undermine Hospitality Training Integrity
When Student Disputes Undermine Accountability: A Call for Action Across the Hospitality Training Industry In the hospitality training industry, fairness, accountability, and compliance are essential values. Yet as online training becomes more convenient and widespread, a troubling issue has begun to quietly erode the integrity of our systems: students completing their training, receiving valid state-recognized […]
Understanding the New ANAB / ASTM E2659-18 Accreditation Changes for Food Handler Training Providers
If you’re an accredited training provider delivering food handler or other certificate programs, you’ve likely heard that ANAB (the ANSI National Accreditation Board) has updated its requirements in line with the ASTM E2659-18 standard. These changes are significant. They affect how you design your courses, evaluate learners, document processes, and maintain records. For many of […]
Major Changes to ANAB Accreditation for Food Handler Programs: What You Need to Know
For anyone delivering or relying on accredited food handler training, there are significant updates you need to know. ANAB (the ANSI National Accreditation Board) has announced important changes to how food handler certificate programs are accredited and renewed. These changes affect not only the branding of accredited certificates but also the underlying standards, application process, […]
No Federal Tax on Tips: What the New Law Means for Hospitality Workers
No Federal Tax on Tips: A Major Win for Hospitality Workers A big change is on the way for America’s hospitality industry. Congress has passed a bill that eliminates federal income tax on tips—a major victory for millions of workers who rely on tips to make a living. This new law, called the No Tax […]
How the NAHCT Verified Provider Badge Sets You Apart
In the hospitality industry, where customer satisfaction and regulatory compliance go hand in hand, the need for effective training has never been more pressing.
Why Standardized Training is a Must For Hospitality Compliance
In the hospitality industry, where customer satisfaction and regulatory compliance go hand in hand, the need for effective training has never been more pressing.