News Notes: Changes In Per Diem Travel Expense Rates Effective Now

The revised federal per diem rates for travel expense reimbursement became effective Oct. 1. Between now and Dec. 31, you can choose to use either the old or the new rate, although you have to be consistent for the entire period. The new rates must be used as of Jan. 1, 2001. In the future, modified rates will take effect on Oct. 1, instead of Jan. 1 as in the past.