WASHINGTON (June 17, 2021) –   American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) President and CEO Chip Rogers released the below statement after President Joe Biden signed the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act into law.

“America’s hotel industry applauds Congress and President Biden for creating the Juneteenth National Independence holiday. The essence of America can be found in the liberties enjoyed by all our citizens. The recognition of a day where every American, regardless of color, can enjoy the promise of our nation should be universally celebrated and serve as an example to the rest of the world."