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US Tourism Support: New Position and Goals for International Travel.

This act aims to revitalize the US travel and tourism industry by creating a new government position to coordinate efforts to increase international visitors. Citizens can expect improvements in visa processing and promotion of diverse US destinations, potentially boosting local economies and tourism services.
Key points
Establishment of an Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Travel and Tourism to lead and coordinate tourism policy.
Setting national goals for international visitors and travel exports, aiming for 116 million visitors annually by 2028.
Streamlining visa processing, including reducing wait times and integrating new technologies, making travel to the US easier.
Development of recovery strategies for the tourism industry after the COVID-19 pandemic and plans for future crises, ensuring sector stability.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_1947
Sponsor: Sen. Sullivan, Dan [R-AK]
Process start date: 2021-05-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Visit America Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1947.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishment of an Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Travel and Tourism to lead and coordinate tourism policy.
  • Setting national goals for international visitors and travel exports, aiming for 116 million visitors annually by 2028.
  • Streamlining visa processing, including reducing wait times and integrating new technologies, making travel to the US easier.
  • Development of recovery strategies for the tourism industry after the COVID-19 pandemic and plans for future crises, ensuring sector stability.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Sullivan, Dan [R-AK].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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