This bill, titled the "USMCA Travel and Tourism Resiliency Act," aims to bolster the North American travel and tourism industry by directing the United States Trade Representative (USTR) to advocate for a dedicated working group under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). Congress emphasizes that travel and tourism is a vital part of the U.S. economy, generating billions and supporting millions of jobs, with Canada and Mexico being crucial partners for international visitation. The proposed Travel and Tourism Trade Working Group would be co-chaired by representatives from the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, including officials from various U.S. departments like Commerce, State, and Homeland Security. Its primary duties include enhancing the international competitiveness of the industry, increasing North American exports of travel and tourism services, and fostering economic growth and employment. The group would also serve as a forum for information exchange, policy collaboration, and the development of initiatives to further enhance regional travel and tourism, meeting at least annually and regularly briefing Congress.
This bill, titled the "USMCA Travel and Tourism Resiliency Act," aims to bolster the North American travel and tourism industry by directing the United States Trade Representative (USTR) to advocate for a dedicated working group under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). Congress emphasizes that travel and tourism is a vital part of the U.S. economy, generating billions and supporting millions of jobs, with Canada and Mexico being crucial partners for international visitation. The proposed Travel and Tourism Trade Working Group would be co-chaired by representatives from the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, including officials from various U.S. departments like Commerce, State, and Homeland Security. Its primary duties include enhancing the international competitiveness of the industry, increasing North American exports of travel and tourism services, and fostering economic growth and employment. The group would also serve as a forum for information exchange, policy collaboration, and the development of initiatives to further enhance regional travel and tourism, meeting at least annually and regularly briefing Congress.