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On the recordMarch 12, 2019
Travel generates $1.1 trillion in direct spending, produces $2.5 trillion in total economic output and supports 15.7 million--or one out of every 10--American jobs.
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Peter DeFazio
Democratic · Oregon

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Travel industry significantly contributes to the economy and job market.

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