41 CFR § 301-31.5Chapter 301
§ 301-31.5 Allowable subsistence expenses.
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Agencies may only pay lodging costs. However, the agency may pay for meals and laundry/cleaning expenses if:
(a) The temporary living accommodations do not have kitchen or laundry facilities; or
(b) The agency determines that other extenuating circumstances exist which necessitate payment of these expenses.
eCFR data current as of: June 10, 2026
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