Reimbursement for Reservists' Travel Costs
Official: Reserve Forces Travel Fairness Act
IntroducedFebruary 17, 2026
Why This Matters
The Reserve Forces Travel Fairness Act helps reservists by reimbursing them for vehicle rental costs when they travel far for training or duty. This support makes it easier for them to fulfill their military responsibilities without financial strain.
If you are a reservist traveling far for duty, you could get money back for renting a vehicle.
Affects: Reservists who travel over 150 miles for training or duty will benefit from this bill.
What changes is this bill making?
1. This bill allows reservists to get reimbursed for renting a vehicle for training or duty. 2. It applies when they travel more than 150 miles from home. 3. Reimbursement covers the entire training period and travel days before or after. 4. The Secretary of Defense must update travel regulations within 180 days of the bill's passage.
Who is affected?
Reservists who travel over 150 miles for training or duty will benefit from this bill.