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Certifying officials in the Defense Travel System (DTS) are designated personnel responsible for reviewing and approving travel authorizations and vouchers submitted by service members and government employees. They ensure that the travel is compliant with regulations and policies, verifying that all expenses are legitimate and properly documented. Their role is crucial for maintaining the integrity of the travel process and ensuring that funds are used appropriately.
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What is authorizing officials status regarding travel documents in DTS?
They are Certifying Officers when approving travel documents that contain payments, and Departmental Accountable Officials at all other times.
What is an authorized official's status regarding documents in DTS?
They are Certifying Officers when approving documents that contain payments, and Departmental Accountable Officials at all other times
Where are certifying officials usually found?
Certifying officials are often found behind a desk.
What is an authorizing official status regarding travel documents in dts?
They are Certifying Officers when approving travel documents that contain payments, and Departmental Accountable Officials at all other times.
What is the primary purpose of certifying a DTS voucher or local voucher?
To allow payment of claimed expenses.
Who appoints certifying officials?
Heads of DoD components or designees
What is true about accountable officials and certifying officials?
They are pecuniarily liable for all illegal, improper or incorrect payments
How may purchase cardholders Approving Officials and certifying Officials be held accountable for the duties they perform in relationship to GPC activity?
Performance evaluations are used in these cases.
Who is responsible for ensuring that initial and refresher training is provided to Certifying Officials?
Supervisors
What is the purpose of certifying a DTS voucher or local voucher?
To allow payment of claimed expenses.
Form is used to appoint Certifying Officers and Accountable Officials?
DD Form 577
What form is used to appoint certifying officials and accountable officers?
DD Form 577
