TDY Travel Policies 101 Quiz & Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is not true about DoD travel policy?

Your local and Component business rules can expand upon the JTR.

An AO can approve payment for items not addressed by the JTR. (correct)

The JTR is an AO's primary reference for DoD travel regulations.

The JTR covers both TDY travel allowances and reimbursable expenses.

When the AO approves a rental car for the traveler's use at the TDY location, which of the following is not a valid use of that official rental car?

Travel to visit relatives on non-duty days (correct)

Travel between lodging and dining facilities

Transport other travelers to or from the airport

Official travel around the TDY location

What is not true about booking official flights?

You should always try to select a flight on a U.S. flag carrier.

You should always try to select a GSA City Pair flight.

You should always try to use economy or coach class seating.

You should always try to select the least expensive flight. (correct)

What is one of the advantages of the GSA City Pair flights?

Discounted, capacity-controlled seats are available on every flight. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about using a POV on official travel is true?

If official travelers ride together, only the traveler paying the vehicle operating expenses can claim a mileage allowance. Signup and view all the answers

All of the following individuals are going TDY to U.S. installations. The AO can direct most of them to use Government quarters or privatized lodging, but which individual is not required to stay in either Government quarters or privatized lodging?

A DoD civilian employee at a non-ILP location Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not included in the per diem rate when traveling in CONUS?

Lodging tax Signup and view all the answers

A uniformed member is TDY to a U.S. installation, will be staying in Government quarters, and has all three meals available in a Government dining facility. Which meal rate will apply to the traveler?

Government Meal Rate Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is not true about receipts?

You must supply receipts for all trip expenses you claimed on the voucher. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true?

The JTR must mention an item in order for the AO to approve you to receive reimbursement for it. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

DoD Travel Policy Misconceptions

An Authorizing Official (AO) cannot approve payment for items not addressed by the Joint Travel Regulations (JTR).
Local and Component business rules may enhance, but not contradict the JTR.
The JTR serves as the main reference for DoD travel regulations, detailing TDY travel allowances and reimbursable expenses.

Use of Rental Cars

Official rental cars cannot be used for personal visits, such as seeing relatives on non-duty days.
Appropriate uses include travel between lodging and dining facilities, transporting others to/from the airport, and official travel.

Flight Booking Guidelines

Preference should be given to flights operated by U.S. flag carriers, and economy or coach class seating.
Booking least expensive flights is not necessarily required; focus on value and regulations instead.

GSA City Pair Flights

GSA City Pair flights offer discounted, capacity-controlled seats on every flight, promoting cost-effective travel for government personnel.
Cancellation and change penalties are limited, making them favorable options.

POV (Privately Owned Vehicle) Use

If the AO directs commercial air travel, reimbursement for POV expenses is not authorized.
Reimbursement may be limited to the cost of the directed transportation mode if driving is cheaper.
When traveling together, only the payer of vehicle operating expenses can claim mileage.

Lodging Requirements

DoD civilian employees at non-ILP (Installation-Level Program) locations are not mandated to stay in government quarters or privatized lodging.
Uniformed members at ILP locations typically must use government or approved lodging.

Per Diem Rate Components

Lodging tax is excluded from the per diem rate for CONUS travel, which includes incidental expenses, lodging room rate, and meal allowances.

Meal Rates for Travelers

For uniformed members staying in government quarters with meals from a dining facility, the Government Meal Rate applies.

Receipt Requirements

Receipts must be itemized, legible, and matching the claimed amount, with payment confirmation.
Valid receipts are required for individual expenses of $75 or more and for all lodging expenses, but not for all claimed trip expenses.

Reimbursement Regulations

If an item is not mentioned in the JTR, justification is needed for reimbursement claims.
AOs can approve claims only for items listed in the JTR; it is necessary for approval.

Description

Test your knowledge of DoD travel policies with these flashcards. This quiz covers key aspects of the Joint Travel Regulations (JTR) and the roles of Authorizing Officials (AOs). Validate your understanding of travel allowances, reimbursements, and local business rules.