Today, Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02) applauded final passage of her legislation the Promoting Travel, Commerce, and National Security Act, which would improve trade opportunities for businesses in northern border communities and help to strengthen national security. The legislation will now head to President Obama’s desk for his signature.

“I’m thrilled that we were able to come together in Congress to pass this commonsense proposal that will help increase trade and tourism between the United States and Canada,” said Congresswoman Kuster. “So many businesses throughout New Hampshire sell to Canadian customers or benefit from Canadian tourism and this bill will help foster trade and travel, creating jobs and supporting our economy.”

The Promoting Travel, Commerce, and National Security Act paves the way for expansion of preclearance facilities, operated by U.S. Customs and Border Protection, at land, rail, marine, and air ports of departure in Canada. The United States currently operates preclearance facilities at 15 airports in six countries, including Canada.  These facilities allow travelers to pass through CBP inspections prior to traveling, expediting their arrival in the United States, and protecting national security by preventing those who should not be traveling to the United States from doing so before they arrive.

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