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"Today's job report points to growth in the travel industry workforce and underscores its resilience. Still, with over a million leisure and hospitality job openings, expanding the H-2B visa program should be a priority to support the small and seasonal businesses that depend on temporary workers to meet the strong demand for travel."

In less than two years, the United States, along with Canada and Mexico, will host the 2026 FIFA World Cup—the largest in history. This event kicks off a decade of global sporting events—from soccer, to F1 racing, to rugby, and two Olympics—that will be hosted in this country, ultimately resulting in high levels of attention and large volumes of international travelers.

The U.S. Travel Association announced today the hiring of three senior leaders, adding a wave of new talent to advance association priorities. The additions arrive as the association readies a bold agenda, new membership structure and refined value proposition.

"We appreciate Congress’ important steps to avoid a shutdown, but the country simply cannot afford the uncertainty of temporary funding resolutions. As we look beyond the November elections, Congress must prioritize passing full-year appropriations that address what so many traveling Americans deserve..."

The U.S. Travel Association conducted a “Travel Works for America” Power Hour with U.S. Senator Peter Welch on Friday, September 13, in Bolton, VT at the Richmond Mountain Trails’ (RMT) The Driving Range, the first fully accessible trail network.

The U.S. Travel Association joined Congressman Darren Soto and more than 20 Orlando-area travel and business leaders for a “Travel Works for America” Power Hour at the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority on Wednesday, September 4—bringing together local and national leadership to demonstrate travel’s essential contributions to the local region and businesses.