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Bill Would Require Agency Heads to Submit Travel Logs to GAO

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJune 12, 2018 10:32 AM

Recently introduced legislation would ban agency heads from flying first class on official travel and require more stringent reports on their travels.

House Democrats Want Hearing on Cabinet Members’ Flight Costs

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithUpdated: April 10, 2018 9:20 AM

Two Congressmen want a formal hearing into excessive travel spending by Trump administration cabinet officials.

Best Summer Travel Deals for Federal Employees and Retirees

FedSmith.com author Polia MarinovaBy Polia MarinovaMarch 4, 2018 3:58 PM

Are you planning a vacation this summer? These are some popular travel destinations along with tips for ways federal employees can save with travel discounts.

House Committee Scrutinizing Travel of Federal Officials

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithSeptember 27, 2017 11:22 AM

The House Oversight Committee is seeking details from numerous federal agencies about their use of chartered aircraft for travel.

Traveling Federal Employees to Get Small Increase in Lodging Rates

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithAugust 23, 2017 3:25 PM
Suitcase in a hotel room along with an iPad on the hotel bed in the background

GSA has announced the per diem rates for FY 2018 which go into effect in the fall.

Congressman Doesn’t Want Federal Employees to Stay at Trump Hotels

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJuly 26, 2017 10:45 AM

Congressman Don Beyer (D-VA) introduced amendments that would prevent federal employees from staying at Trump properties when on official travel.

Federal Employees Saving History in Skagway

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJuly 20, 2017 10:54 AM
Sign welcoming visitors to Skagway, AK

The National Park facility in Skagway, AK is a busy location in summer. This is a look at the town’s history and why the NPS has a facility there.

Federal Employees Can Now Officially Use Uber for Travel

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithUpdated: May 23, 2017 5:20 PM
Young woman holding her cell phone and looking for a ride sharing service that she summoned

Federal employees who travel for work can now officially be reimbursed for using ride sharing services under a new law that was just passed this week.

Legislation Reimbursing Federal Employees for Ride Sharing Services Moves Forward

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithUpdated: March 20, 2017 10:21 AM
Woman ordering a ride sharing service from her smartphone

Legislation that would require formal regulations to be issued to reimburse federal employees for using ride sharing services has cleared a Senate Committee.

Legislation Reintroduced in the Senate to Reimburse Federal Employees for Using Uber

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithUpdated: January 23, 2017 4:29 PM
Image of man hailing a ride sharing service whilst holding a cellphone

Legislation has been reintroduced in the Senate to ensure the federal employees can be reimbursed for using ride sharing services when traveling on official business.

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