USMCA Travel and Tourism Resiliency Act
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
The USMCA Travel and Tourism Resiliency Act directs the U.S. Trade Representative to prioritize establishing a working group under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) focused on travel and tourism. The bill recognizes the significant economic impact of the travel and tourism industry in the United States and North America, highlighting its importance to jobs and exports. It aims to foster collaboration among the U.S., Canada, and Mexico to enhance the competitiveness and growth of this sector.
Key provisions
- Directs the U.S. Trade Representative to establish a Travel and Tourism Trade Working Group under USMCA.
- Defines ‘North America’ for the purposes of the Act.
- Requires the Working Group to be co-chaired by representatives from the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
- Specifies the U.S. agencies that should be represented on the Working Group.
- Mandates the Working Group to seek input from the U.S. Travel and Tourism Advisory Board.
- Outlines the Working Group’s duties, including enhancing competitiveness, increasing exports, and creating jobs.
- Requires the Working Group to meet at least annually.
- Requires U.S. government representatives to brief Congress on the Working Group’s activities.
Who is affected
- Travel and tourism industry
- U.S. economy
- Canada
- Mexico
- Travelers
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