(ANSA) - NEW YORK, NOVEMBER 09 - New York governor Kathy Hochul has announced a $ 450 million package of financial aid to the hospitality and tourism industry of the state, severely affected by the covid pandemic.
These are grants and direct payments to those who still feel the economic consequences of the virus.
Decided to coincide with the reopening of US borders, the package will provide $ 100 million in unatantum payments to support the most affected tourism workers, another $ 100 million in grants to encourage industry employers to recruit, $ 25 million to attract events in centers. congresses and hotels. An additional 25 million dollars will then be dedicated to global and national marketing initiatives. "Our tourism industry is the essence of what distinguishes New York - explained Hochul - The state cannot recover from this pandemic unless this industry and its workers do." "Our package not only helps workers in the sector get back on their feet,but it will also help small businesses and locals to open their doors - he continued - The message to the world is clear: New York is coming back and we are waiting for you with open arms ".
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