2012-12-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Senator Daniel Inouye was a leader in so many facets of Congress, but we will remember him particularly for his role as a true innovator for the travel and tourism industry. Senator Inouye held the first congressional hearings on the importance of tourism to the U.S. economy, ensuring bipartisan support that is still going strong today. He co-sponsored the Travel Promotion Act which led to the creation of Brand USA, a public-private partnership designed to promote the United States as a premier travel destination.
Thanks to the foresight and support of Senator Inouye, the tourism and hospitality industries are among the strongest in the country, employing over 7.6 million people in the United States. As Congress pays tribute to Senator Inouye today, the American Hotel & Lodging Association thanks Senator Inouye for his service to our country, his patriotism, and his thoughtful leadership.
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Serving the hospitality industry for more than a century, AH&LA is the sole national association representing all sectors and stakeholders in the lodging industry, including individual hotel property members, hotel companies, student and faculty members, and industry suppliers. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., AH&LA provides members with national advocacy on Capitol Hill, public relations and image management, education, research and information, and other value-added services to provide bottom line savings and ensure a positive business climate for the lodging industry. Partner state associations provide local representation and additional cost-saving benefits to members. For more information, visit www.ahla.com.