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USTOA $1 Million Travelers Assistance Program for smarTours

Updated: October 6, 2025

All eligible claims received postmarked by May 1, 2025 for the USTOA $1 Million Travelers Assistance Program for smarTours have been processed and funds distributed. 

All questions should be directed to ustoaclaims@ustoa.com.

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