Tuesday, November 25, 2025 — Last week, Laura Chadwick, President and CEO of the Travel Technology Association, released a statement following the introduction of H.R. 6128, the VISIT USA Act, legislation that would authorize a one-time transfer of $160 million from the Travel Promotion Fund to Brand USA:
“Travel Tech is pleased to see legislation provide funding to Brand USA, a key tool that helps strengthen America’s global travel competitiveness at no cost to taxpayers. Brand USA plays a vital role in keeping the U.S. a premier travel destination and ensuring our nation benefits from the economic power of international visitation, especially as we prepare to host major global events like the FIFA World Cup, America250, and the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Thank you, Rep. Gus Bilirakis and Rep. Kathy Castor, for your leadership.”
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The Travel Technology Association (Travel Tech) empowers traveler choice by advocating for public policy that promotes marketplace transparency and competition. Travel Tech represents the leading innovators in travel technology, including online travel agencies, metasearch engines, short-term rental platforms, global distribution systems, and travel management companies.
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