U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), Chair of the Subcommittee on Tourism, Trade, and Export Promotion convened a hearing today, April 13, 2021  titled, “The State of Travel and Tourism During COVID,”  This hearing examined the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on the travel and tourism industry, with a particular focus on the hotels, conventions, and the broader hospitality industry. It will also review the regional impacts of COVID on tourist-heavy economies and those communities disproportionately affected by the pandemic's resulting economic downturn . Witnesses had the opportunity to provide their insights surrounding these critical issues, as well as discuss solutions for supporting and revitalizing the travel and tourism industry moving forward. Witnesses: Mr. Steve Hill, CEO and President, Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority Mr. Jorge Perez, Regional Portfolio President, MGM Resorts International Ms. Carol Dover, President and CEO, Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association Ms. Tori Emerson Barnes, Executive Vice President, Public Affairs and Policy, U.S. Travel Association --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/etn/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/etn/support