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May 18, 2023

UTD/CTD for MAP/CAP – 20-23(E), Premium Class and Premium Economy Definition

This item edits JTR, pars. 020205, 031802, and Appendix A to incorporate the definition change of premium class accommodations, introduce premium economy airline accommodations as a class of service, and management controls related to the use premium class accommodations. Effective June 1, 2023.

May 8, 2023

UTD for MAP 46-23(I), TLE Extension Recertification - Edwards AFB/Palmdale, CA MHA (CA457)

This item extends the TLE extension recertification dates for the Edwards AFB/Palmdale, CA Military Housing Area (CA457). Effective 5/8/2023.

May 4, 2023

TAC Outreach Call: 5/09/2023

Join the TAC Outreach Call held Tuesday, May 9, 2023, at 0800 (8 AM) and 1300 (1 PM) ET to discuss how to perform Personal Leave on Official Travel (PLOT) in DTS.

May 4, 2023

Spring 2023

Inside: DoD Travel Volume & Impact on TMCs - Update | DoD Excellence in Practice Award Recipients | Help Reduce GTCC Delinquencies/Charge-Offs in your Command | Travel Allowances to Access Non-Covered Reproductive Health Care | DoD Travelers Benefit from Rewards Programs | Installation Name Changes

May 2, 2023

New Process for Overseas COLA Adjustments

Based on the new legislation, the Department will implement OCOLA decreases greater than two index points (based on data), in 50% increments this year, effective May 15 and November 15.

Vacation Rentals like Airbnb Not Authorized for TDY

May 1, 2023

Recent & Pending JTR Changes

Recent and pending revisions and additions to the Joint Travel Regulations

April 24, 2023

TAC Outreach Call: 4/25/2023

Join the TAC Outreach Call held Tuesday, April 25, 2023, at 0800 (8 AM) and 1300 (1 PM) ET to discuss the trip cancellation process in DTS and the upcoming release information.

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April 14, 2023

DoD to Change the Name of Nine Army Installations by 2024

The Department of Defense Naming Commission will rename nine Army installations by January 1, 2024. DTMO's website will be updated to reflect all changes by this date.