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Travel's Impact on

District of Columbia

In every state, travel strengthens economic growth, contributes to communities and so much more. In the District of Columbia, travel creates jobs, boosts the local economy and generates tax revenue benefitting all citizens.

Travel Works for the District of Columbia

Travel is an economic force, fueling growth and supporting the local economy and workforce in Washington, DC

State Report

Supports nearly

67K

DC jobs

Generates

$988M

in local taxes

Contributes

$12.9B

to DC's economy

DC's

#4

employer

Our Recent Stops in Washington, DC

We’ve been amplifying the industry’s impact across Washington, DC by bringing together travel businesses, related stakeholders, the travel workforce and elected leaders to demonstrate first-hand how Travel Works for Washington, DC.

Washington, DC

During the first stop of the relaunched Travel Works Campaign, a branded food truck served coffee and donuts—along with a message that travel fuels the American economy—to morning commuters, Capitol Hill staffers and more than 20 members of Congress.

05/10/2023

Travel’s Impact Benefits Every State

See how travel plays a critical role in powering economic vitality in every state.

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DC in the News

USAE News | 05/05/2023

U.S. Travel Association Relaunches Travel Works for America

TravelPulse | 05/12/2023

'Travel Works for America' National Advocacy Tour Launches in Washington, DC

The Well News | 05/23/2023

$2.6 Trillion Impact of Travel Spending Highlighted by Tour

USAE News | 05/05/2023

U.S. Travel Association Relaunches Travel Works for America

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Help our Travel Action Network spread the word and educate leaders about critical travel industry priorities.

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