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Code of Federal Regulations (Last Updated: July 5, 2024) |
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Title 41 - Public Contracts and Property Management |
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Subtitle F - Federal Travel Regulation System |
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Chapter 301 - Temporary Duty (TDY) Travel Allowances |
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SubChapter D - Agency Responsibilities |
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Part 301-71 - Agency Travel Accountability Requirements |
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Subpart C - Travel Claims for Reimbursement |
§ 301-71.203 - Who is responsible for the validity of the travel claim?
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§ 301-71.203 Who is responsible for the validity of the travel claim?
The certifying officer assumes ultimate responsibility under 31 U.S.C. 3528 for the validity of the claim; however:
(a) The traveler must ensure all travel expenses are prudent and necessary and submit the expenses in the form of a proper claim;
(b) The authorizing/approving official shall review the completed claim to ensure that the claim is properly prepared in accordance with regulations and agency procedures prior to authorizing it for payment.
Note to § 301-71.203:You should consider limiting the levels of approval to the lowest level of management.