“This is a tremendous win for travelers, the travel industry and America’s economy,” mentioned the U.S. Travel Association President and CEO Geoff Freeman.
He issued this assertion on passage of the government-wide funding invoice, which incorporates the Omnibus Travel and Tourism Act establishing a brand new Assistant Secretary of Travel and Tourism on the U.S. Department of Commerce.
“The thought to create a presidentially appointed, U.S. Senate-confirmed place to guide federal journey coverage has been round for many years. Thanks to a bipartisan and bicameral group of congressional leaders, the United States will now be part of all G20 nations with a senior federal official centered on journey.
“The Assistant Secretary will play an important role as we partner with government to lower visitor visa wait times, modernize security screening and leverage new technologies to make travel more seamless and secure.”