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Lodging
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Local Travel
Travel of one-day duration or less that does not involve air transportation is considered local travel. A travel authorization (TA) is not required for such trips. Mileage and related costs for use of a privately owned vehicle will be reimbursed in accordance with Lab policy on Mileage Allowance.
A meals and incidentals allowance may be claimed for one-day trips over 12 hours in duration in accordance with Lab policy on Meals and Incidental expenses at the rate associated with the temporary duty (TDY) location. An approved TA will be required for reimbursement purposes. See the Federal Travel Regulation for more information.
The respective Division/Section/Center Head and the Chief Financial Officer must approve trips to locations within 50 miles of the Laboratory that necessitate overnight lodging.
Travel Authorization must include a clear justification for the need for local lodging. Approval must be obtained from the Chief Financial Officer prior to booking hotel reservations.
10/2008
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