WASHINGTON, April 11, 2018 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Airlines for America (A4A), the industry trade organization for the leading U.S. airlines, today congratulated Sen. Richard Shelby (R-AL) on being selected to serve as the next Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee.
"Sen. Shelby is a respected leader and skilled legislator who will serve the American people well as Chairman," said A4A President and CEO Nicholas E. Calio. "We congratulate Sen. Shelby on his new role as Chairman, and remain committed to working with the committee under his leadership to continue building a vibrant air travel system that meets the needs of the traveling and shipping public."
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