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General | April 30, 2025

New DTS Updates Reflect Changes in Constructed Travel Policy

The Defense Travel System has been updated to advise when a constructed travel worksheet is required, following a recent executive order that prompted a reversal in constructed travel policies.
General | April 7, 2025

DoD Improves Process for Former Military Members Hired to Non-foreign OC...

As of March 12, 2025, retired/separated Service members are authorized to negotiate a service agreement if appointed to a civilian position at a non-foreign OCONUS duty station, reducing Government travel and spending.
APC Toolkit | April 1, 2025

DoD Government Travel Charge Card Regulations Updated April 2025

Changes to the DoD Government Travel Charge Card regulations published and effective April 1, 2025.
General | March 11, 2025

New Reimbursement Available for Pet Transportation Costs

Effective February 21, 2025, Service members who are in receipt of PCS orders and are unable to take their pet to their next permanent duty station (PDS) may be authorized reimbursement for the cost of pet transportation to an alternative location or
General | March 10, 2025

DTMO Names 2025 Excellence in Practice Award Recipients

Top performers in defense travel were recognized with DoD Excellence in Practice Awards in February.
General | March 6, 2025

Civilian Government Travel Charge Card Suspension

Information regarding the memorandum "Guidance for the Use of Government Travel Charge Cards by DoD Civilian Employees”
General | Feb. 10, 2025

REAL ID Required for U.S. Travelers beginning May 7, 2025

As of May 7, 2025, U.S. travelers will need to present a REAL ID compliant license/ID or another acceptable form of identification to board commercial flights. Travelers who fail to produce a REAL ID or an accepted alternative may not be allowed
General | Feb. 5, 2025

Policy Update on Constructed Travel Worksheet and Mileage Requirements

The JTR has been amended to reinstate the rule that requires only a Constructed Travel Worksheet (CTW) for one-way mileage exceeding 400 miles.

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