Various Sections – Reformatted to new policy format and completed 5-year review to reorganize chapter layout
Section 0701 Overview – Updated to provide high-level overview of chapter to reorganize chapter layout
Section 0703 Definitions – Revised definition for Honoraria per GAO case, B-20517, September 24, 1941. Added definitions for Non-pay Status; Object Class (Budget Object Code (BOC)); and Obligation to enhance reader understanding.
Section 0704 Roles and Responsibilities – Updated Roles and Responsibilities to enhance reader understanding
Section 0705 General Policies
Removed “fees” from areas that reference reimbursements and honoraria payments
Stipulated that travel costs were to be treated as in Invitational Travel
Stated that VA may not pay honoraria to VA employees
Added Payment limitation of $100; VA may expend funds for Honoraria if properly approved; and Honoraria payments will not be made by a purchase card or convenience check for general policy update and per OGC guidance
Section 0706 Authorities and References – Updated links to appropriate authorities and references for general policy update and per OGC guidance
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