USTA: Homeland Security Is Essential
U.S. Travel Association president and chief executive officer Roger Dow released a statement urging Congress to continue funding the Department of Homeland Security, despite partisan wrangling over the organization's funding.
"We urge leaders in both chambers of Congress to quickly arrive at a consensus that ensures DHS remains open and fully funded," wrote Dow. "The travel sector of the economy is strong, but fragile. Uncertainty is harmful for any business environment, but that is doubly true for travel, which depends upon the public's confidence that our transportation modes are safe and secure."