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Handbook Revision, February 2026
This revision of the DFPS Travel Claims and Services Handbook was published on February 2, 2026. Summaries of new or revised items are provided below.
Charge Card Holder Payment Responsibility (PATS 00202)
This handbook revision updates the State Travel Charge Card's due date and clarifies that statements are not mailed or emailed.
See:
2130 Charge Card Holder Payment Responsibility
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