WASHINGTON, D.C. – Following tonight’s ruling from the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals, National Restaurant Association Executive Vice President Cicely Simpson released the following statement:
“The National Restaurant Association has always advocated for stronger border security and enforcement measures that keep Americans safe. However, we should balance our safety and security with the importance of the economic contributions of travel and tourism to our country. Travel and tourism from foreign visitors plays a vital role in our economy, especially in growing the restaurant industry. As the Trump Administration continues to work toward the difficult and important task of securing our borders and reforming our immigration system, we strongly urge them to consider the negative impacts any Executive Order may have on American small businesses.” – Cicely Simpson, Executive Vice President, National Restaurant Association
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