There have been concerns within the travel and tourism industry about the effect that the WHTI travel requirements will have on the economy. How is this being addressed?
DHS has prepared a separate economic assessment, which is available in the Final Rule. The Rule and economic assessment have been reviewed by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). DHS has determined that the benefits facilitation of travel and increased security that would reduce the probability of a terrorist attack are greater than the potential costs. In analyzing the costs and benefits of the Rule, DHS also considered a range of alternative documents.
