COMDTINST 5382.1A — Commuter Transit Subsidy Benefits Program

COMDTINST 5382.1A governs the procurement, issue, use, monitoring, and reporting of mass transit fare benefits for Coast Guard personnel.

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  • Publication number: COMDTINST 5382.1A
  • Title: COMMUTER TRANSIT SUBSIDY BENEFITS PROGRAM
  • Date: 11/15/2023
  • Proponent: CG-81

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The publication addresses participant eligibility, applications, fare media, local program plans, internal controls, audits, privacy, and security. It requires approved applications, accountability reporting, and audit documentation for the commuter transit subsidy program.

Applies to: All Coast Guard unit commanders, commanding officers, officers-in-charge, deputy/assistant commandants, and chiefs of headquarters staff elements shall comply with the provisions of this Instruction.

Topics covered

  • Mass transit fare benefits
  • Participant eligibility
  • Fare media
  • Commuter transit subsidy applications
  • Internal controls
  • Audit requirements
  • Privacy Act requirements
  • Security requirements

Questions and answers

What commuting cost can the Coast Guard transit benefit cover?

Coast Guard participants may receive a monthly transit benefit equal to their actual commuting cost, not to exceed the monthly maximum limitation established by the IRS.

Are carpools eligible for commuter transit subsidy reimbursement?

Carpools do not qualify for reimbursement under the Commuter Transit Subsidy Benefits Program. (paragraph 5)

When does eligibility for the commuter transit benefit begin?

Eligibility for the benefit starts on the date that the application is approved and is not retroactive. (paragraph 3)

What must applicants provide before submitting a transit benefit application?

Applicants shall furnish all of the information requested on the application form before submitting it for approval. (paragraph 3)

What must participants certify about fare media?

The applicant shall sign the form, thereby certifying that the fare media is for the participant’s personal commute to and/or from work and the fare media shall not be transferred to another individual. (paragraph 3)

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