Government Relations

At GBTA Kansas City, we are committed to shaping the future of the business travel industry through advocacy. The GBTA Legislative Summit is an opportunity for business travel professionals to engage with policymakers and influence the legislative decisions that will shape our industry's future. This summit is a platform for advancing key industry priorities and ensuring that the business travel community’s voice is heard.

Why Advocacy Matters: Government policies significantly impact the business travel industry, from infrastructure funding and travel security to sustainability regulations. The GBTA Legislative Summit brings together industry leaders to address these priorities and push for policies that drive positive change. Key focus areas include:

• Infrastructure Modernization: Advocating for investments in airports, highways, and public transportation that enhance efficiency and traveler experience.
• Sustainability in Travel: Promoting policies that support greener travel solutions, reduce carbon emissions, and foster long-term environmental responsibility.
• Security and Facilitation: Ensuring that travel security policies improve traveler safety without compromising efficiency, and supporting programs that streamline business travel, such as TSA PreCheck and Global Entry.

How You Can Get Involved: The future of business travel relies on collective action. Here’s how you can contribute to our advocacy efforts:

• Participate in the GBTA Legislative Summit: Join industry peers at this annual event to directly engage with lawmakers and advocate for the issues that matter most to the business travel community.
• Stay Informed on Legislation: GBTA provides up-to-date information on key legislative developments that affect corporate travel, empowering you to take action when necessary.
• Advocate Locally and Nationally: Whether at the state or federal level, your voice can help influence policies that support the growth and sustainability of the business travel industry.

Moving Forward Together: By uniting our voices, we can ensure the continued success of the business travel industry. The GBTA Legislative Summit is an important step in shaping the policies that will guide our industry's future. Your involvement in these advocacy efforts will help us create a travel environment that is safer, more sustainable, and more efficient for all.

Join the Movement: Become an advocate for the business travel industry. To learn more about the upcoming Legislative Summit and how you can participate, visit GBTA Advocacy.