REGISTRATION CLOSING MAY 26
CLIA’s Cruise Caucus returns to Washington, D.C., at a pivotal moment for the future of cruise in the United States. Federal policy decisions shape the industry’s operating environment across maritime policy, environmental regulation, port development, the travel and tourism economy, and more. Cruise Caucus brings the cruise community to the nation’s capital to advocate for policies that protect the industry’s license to operate and support responsible, sustainable growth.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Network with senior business leaders and industry executives from across the cruise community.
Gain strategic insights on U.S. policy, political, and legislative dynamics impacting the cruise industry.
Meet with Members of Congress and congressional staff on Capitol Hill.
WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE
Cruise Caucus is designed for executives and senior leaders across the cruise community ready to represent their organizations at the highest levels. This event provides a platform for representatives from across the entire cruise value chain to engage in advocacy and support the industry that drives their success.
Identify the right leaders from your organization to attend:
Business leaders who need to stay informed on the policy environment impacting the cruise industry and want to share the importance of cruise to their business.
Advocacy and government affairs leaders advancing shared policy priorities.
Operations leaders who want to represent their perspectives in key policy discussions.
Cruise Caucus is open to CLIA Member Cruise Lines, Executive Partners, and Travel Trade Advisors.
Not a member? You can still join the CLIA advocacy movement for cruise policy for an additional fee. Join today and save on your registration!
ADVOCACY FOCUS
Travel, Tourism & Facilitation
Advance policies that support seamless passenger facilitation, meet industry workforce needs, strengthen the travel ecosystem, and enable the cruise industry to contribute to U.S. economic growth, creating American jobs, wages, and generating significant economic impact.
Infrastructure, Ports & Maritime Fuels
Invest in port development, modern infrastructure, and policies that support the domestic production and delivery of alternative fuels to support efficient operations, destination growth, and long-term industry resilience.
Environment, Sustainability & Maritime Policy
Promote policies aligned with CLIA cruise line members sustainability and environmental stewardship goals, alongside consistent maritime policy and regulatory oversight that enables innovation and sustainable growth.
A MESSAGE FROM CLIA PRESIDENT & CEO, BUD DARR
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