Overview
- The American Hotel & Lodging Association publicly backed the new Combating Human Trafficking Congressional Caucus.
- AHLA said the caucus signals a serious commitment in Washington to address human trafficking with urgency.
- The group pledged to work with caucus co-chairs Representatives David Valadao (R-CA), Laurel Lee (R-FL), Troy Carter (D-LA), and Lucy McBath (D-GA).
- AHLA highlighted its No Room for Trafficking initiative, which trains hotel employees and provides support for survivors.
- The association describes itself as the largest U.S. hotel group, representing more than 30,000 members, including most franchised hotels and major brands.