AHLA Applauds Senate Action to End Government Shutdown

Hotel industry urges House to act swiftly and send measure to the President

Rosanna Maietta, President & CEO of the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), today issued the following statement concerning the U.S. Senate vote to end the partial government shutdown.

“The hotel industry applauds the Senate for reaching an agreement to end the partial government shutdown. For far too long, TSA employees have been forced to work without pay, placing an unfair burden on these essential workers and straining the entire travel ecosystem. The resulting long security lines at airports have caused thousands of missed flights and trip disruptions, underscoring the broader impact on travelers and businesses alike. We now urge the House to act swiftly and for President Trump to sign this measure into law without delay. Our TSA workforce and the millions of travelers and businesses who rely on them cannot afford to wait any longer.”

The American Hotel & Lodging Association is the largest hotel association in America, representing more than 30,000 members from all segments of the industry nationwide – including iconic global brands, 80% of all franchised hotels, and the 16 largest hotel companies in the U.S. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., AHLA focuses on strategic advocacy, communications support, and workforce development programs to move the industry forward.