American Hotel and Lodging Association President & CEO Testifies Before Congress; Calls on Members to Bolster Travel and Tourism Sector

Rosanna testifying on Capitol Hill


Washington, D.C. [November 20, 2025] — Rosanna Maietta, President and CEO of the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), today testified before the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade to emphasize the central role hotels play in the U.S. economy. Maietta urged action on key policy issues that will shape the future of American travel and tourism – particularly as the nation prepares to host global events like the World Cup, America 250, and the 2028 Olympic Games.

Travel & hospitality leaders call on U.S. House of Representatives to end government shutdown

U.S. Capitol in black and white

WASHINGTON, D.C. (November 12, 2025) -- Today, leaders from the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), Airlines for America (A4A), U.S. Travel Association, and the National Restaurant Association pressed the U.S. House of Representatives to immediately vote on the Senate-passed agreement to end the government shutdown.

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