Joint Travel Regulations Changes

Changes to the JTR are published to DTMO's Policy & Regulations RSS feed.

TitleDescriptionEffective Date
UTD/CTD for MAP/CAP 54-24(R), Expansion of Reimbursable Expenses for Breast Milk Shipments Related to Special NeedsTo authorize reimbursement of disposable storage bags or non-durable containers, cold shipping packages, and refrigeration as part of the special accommodation for the shipment of breast milk expressed by a Service member or civilian employee traveling under TDY orders or a Service member traveling under PCS orders. This aligns the Joint Travel Regulations with the authority outlined in the Federal Travel Regulation (FTR), Part 301-13, as determined by FTR Bulletin 22-03 and reenforced by Christina C, CBCA-7750-RELO. Effective January 8, 2025.1/8/2025
UTD/CTD for MAP/CAP 97-24(I), Clarify Rental Vehicle Damages Are Not Reimbursable as Travel ExpensesThis item clarifies that payments made by a DoD traveler to a rental car company for rental vehicle damages are not reimbursable as travel and transportation expenses. If adjudicated properly as payable, they may be reimbursed as a “Miscellaneous Payment – Employee” as outlined in the DoD Guidebook for Miscellaneous Payments, under the Employee Reimbursements section. Payments for damages may not be included for reimbursement in a travel voucher. Effective January 1, 2025.1/1/2025
UTD/CTD for MAP/CAP 98-24(I), Restructure Joint Travel Regulations Chapter 3 Tables 3-9 through 3-20 – 508CThis item restructures the Joint Travel Regulations (JTR) Tables 3-9 through 3-20 to bring them into compliance with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended (29 U.S.C. §794d). Effective January 1, 2025.1/1/2025
UTD/CTD for MAP/CAP 99-24(I), Restructure Joint Travel Regulations Chapter 4 Tables - 508CThis item restructures the Joint Travel Regulations (JTR) Tables 4-1 through 4-14 to bring them into compliance with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended (29 U.S.C. §794d). Effective January 1, 2025.1/1/2025
UTD/CTD for MAP/CAP 102-24(I), Restructure Joint Travel Regulations Chapter 5 Tables 5-62 through 5-106 - 508CThis item restructures the Joint Travel Regulations (JTR) Tables 5-62 through 5-106 to bring them into compliance with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended (29 U.S.C. §794d). Effective January 1, 2025.1/1/2025
UTD/CTD FOR MAP/CAP 103-24(I), Restructure Joint Travel Regulations Chapter 3 Tables – 508 CompliantThis item restructures the Joint Travel Regulations Table 3-1 through Table 3-8 to bring them into compliance with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended (29 U.S.C. §794d). Effective January 1, 2025.1/1/2025
UTD/CTD FOR MAP/CAP 104-24(I), Restructure Joint Travel Regulations Chapter 5 Table 5-1 through 5-61 – 508CThis item restructures the Joint Travel Regulations Table 5-1 through Table 5-61 to bring them into compliance with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended (29 U.S.C. §794d). Effective January 1, 2025.1/1/2025
UTD for MAP 111-24(I), CY2025 Dislocation Allowance (DLA) RatesThis item increases the DLA rates based on the basic rate of pay increase of 4.5% in accordance with the FY2025 National Defense Authorization Act. Effective January 1, 2025.1/1/2025
UTD/CTD for MAP/CAP 100-24(I), CY2025 Privately Owned Vehicle (POV) Mileage RatesThis memo announces the CY2025 POV Mileage Rates and updates the Frequently Asked Questions on the DTMO website for official temporary and relocation mileage rates. This change applies to travel and relocation performed on or after January 1, 2025. Effective January 1, 2025.1/1/2025
UTD/CTD for MAP/CAP 101-24(I), CY2025 Government Meal Rates Frequently Asked QuestionsThis item revises the Government Meal Rates Frequently Asked Questions on the DTMO website. Effective January 1, 2025.1/1/2025
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