AHLA Statement on Proposed Shut Down of Customs and Immigration Processing at Major Cities
AHLA opposes a DHS proposal to halt customs and immigration processing at international airports in major U.S. cities, warning of severe harm to travel, workers, and small businesses.
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WASHINGTON DC — The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), today issued the following statement on the proposal from the Department of Homeland Security to halt customs processing in sanctuary city airports:
The American Hotel & Lodging Association has serious concerns and strongly opposes reported plans to halt customs and immigration processing at international airports in major U.S. cities. This proposal would inflict significant harm on the American travel economy and workers, small businesses, and communities that depend on it.
Major airports serve far more than a single city. They are critical gateways for entire regions. The impacts would not be isolated. They would be felt across the entire country. We urge the administration to abandon this proposal immediately.
About the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA)
The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) 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 percent 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. Learn more at www.ahla.com.