I’m honored to have represented my Southwest Airlines Cohearts during today’s U.S. Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee’s hearing about the Payroll Support Program (PSP). It was a privilege to be able to express my heartfelt appreciation to Congress for its swift and decisive action in passing PSP, which protected the livelihoods of our greatest asset – our People.
Our lawmakers understood the critical importance of our industry to the economy and the nation’s recovery, and, most importantly, they saw the PSP as a successful program worthy of not one, but two extensions. Thanks to funds received through each round of the PSP, we did not cut pay rates, hours, or benefits, and we did not layoff or furlough. We were also the only major airline to maintain service at every domestic airport we served before the pandemic. This allowed us to continue our purpose of connecting People to what’s important in their lives through one of the most challenging crises for our industry and country.
We’re continuing to stay focused on reliability and our operations, and no matter what challenge is presented to us next, taking good care of our Employees and Customers remains Southwest’s primary goal. On behalf of 54,000 Southwest Employees, we’re grateful for the tremendous support.
Student at New York University
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