Which document governs the movement of military personnel and their dependents?

The Joint Travel Regulations (JTR) serve as the official guidance for the movement of military personnel and their dependents. These regulations outline the specific entitlements and procedures related to travel, including reimbursable travel expenses, allowances for lodging, and the processes for temporary duty travel or permanent change of station moves.

The JTR ensures that service members and their dependents understand their rights and the resources available during their relocation, streamlining the process to ensure compliance with federal travel laws and policies. By providing detailed instructions on how to access these benefits, the JTR plays a crucial role in facilitating smooth transitions for military families when moving due to military assignments.

While the National Security Strategy, the Defense Transportation Regulation, and the Military Pay Manual address important aspects of military operations and personnel management, they do not specifically focus on the travel entitlements and regulations governing the movement of personnel and their dependents as comprehensively as the JTR does.