GBTA Commends Congress on No-Hassle Flying Act

business travelerThe Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) commended Congress for approving the No-Hassle Flying Act. The bill gives the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) the authority to waive baggage re-screening requirements when flyers enter the United States from one of the 14 pre-clearance international airports.

In a statement, Michael W. McCormick, GBTA executive director and COO commented: “GBTA commends Congress for its bipartisan support of legislation to facilitate business travel to the United States. A special thanks to the bill’s sponsors who led this effort, Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Roy Blunt (R-MO) and Representative Joe Walsh (R-IL). Now business travelers will be able to check bags through to their final destination airports, removing one hurdle from the road warrior’s busy schedule."

"GBTA’s research shows that business travel is a leading economic driver and it is critical for the U.S. government to ensure secure air travel, while removing unnecessary burdens for both business travelers and the airports serving them," McCormack said.

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