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*TRAVEL PROMOTION ACT PASSES

marybeth — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 18:16:48 +0000

The U.S. Senate passed S. 1023, the “Travel Promotion Act,” with strong bipartisan support, 79 to 19. The legislation creates a public-private partnership to promote the United States as a premier travel destination and better explain U.S. security policies. For more information
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*HIGHER TAXES — Is it time for a Tea Party again?

marybeth — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 18:11:31 +0000

Hotel, Meals Tax Raised in Boston Area. The hotel tax and meals tax are set to increase in Boston and Cambridge, Mass., effective Oct. 1, according to the Greater Boston CVB.
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*H1N1 -Sponsorship ideas

marybeth — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 17:11:44 +0000

Sponsors can benefit from the worries of Swine Flu (H1N1). Here are some great ideas for sponsorship for your meetings taking place in the upcoming months. Have your sponsors donate personal-size antibacterial gel bottles, wipes and/or a packet of tissues. Your meeting attendees will love them. To get information on these products, check out TallGirlPromotions.com