U.S., Feb. 15 -- The previous US government shutdown 35-day stalemate sidelined hundreds of thousands of federal workers without pay, created disarray in national parks, caused disruptions to the air travel system, and cost the U.S. millions in lost revenue.

The U.S. Travel Association applauded the White House and congressional leaders today for reaching an agreement to avert another costly partial federal government shutdown.

"We are grateful that our leaders in Washington, recognizing the damaging economic effects of the recent shutdown, were able to reach a funding agreement," said U.S. Travel President and CEO Roger Dow. "With this chapter now behind us, it is our hope that lawmakers will continue to pursue policies that grow trave...