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Read IAAPA's statement regarding the National Amusement Ride Safety Act
Congressman Edward Markey (D-MA) held a press conference today urging passage of H.R. 2320 to extend jurisdiction of the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission to fixed-site amusement rides. Despite the fact that the safety record of these rides has remained consistently excellent, Congressman Markey has introduced this legislation in every Congress since 1999. In the past nine years, the bill has garnered little support in Congress because it seeks to address a problem that does not exist.

TIA Research Available to IAAPA Members at an Average Savings of 40%

• Economic Review of Travel in America, 2007 Edition
  
• The Impact of Travel on State Economies
  
• Domestic Travel Market Report, 2007 Edition
  
• The Ideal American Vacation Trip: An In-Depth Analysis of American Leisure Travelers’ Aspirations and Motivations
  

The material can be purchased online and will be available for sale at IAAPA’s Expos

Be a Part of Attractions Safety Awareness Week!
IAAPA has established a program to showcase the industry’s safety record and diligence. The week will take a multi-faceted educational approach to informing legislators and the public about amusement park safety practices.

IAAPA has prepared a Safety Week tool kit for members to use when planning their activities. To download, visit the industry safety page.