WASHINGTON (January 25, 2025) – The American Hotel and Lodging Association (AHLA) today issued the following statement in support of newly confirmed U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.

“Congratulations to Kristi Noem on her confirmation to serve as Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS),” said Rosanna Maietta, President & CEO of AHLA. “We look forward to her leadership in this critical role, particularly in overseeing agencies such as the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) office as well as the Center for Countering Human Trafficking (CCHT).

AHLA stands ready to collaborate with Secretary Noem on policies that strengthen the hotel and hospitality industry while serving the broader interests of all Americans. This includes efforts to stabilize the immigration system and expand the availability of H-2B visas to address workforce shortages. AHLA and the hotel industry also play a leading role in working to combat human trafficking nationwide and look forward to partnering with Secretary Noem and the Administration on this vital issue.”