302-7.4—Does the weight of any professional books, papers and equipment (PBP&E) count against the 18,000 pound HHG weight limitation?
Yes, the weight on any PBP&E is generally part of and not in addition to the 18,000 pound HHG weight limitation. However, if the weight of any PBP&E causes the lot to exceed 18,000 pounds, the PBP&E may be transported to the new duty station as an administrative expense of the agency. Authorization for such shipment is granted solely at the discretion of the agency and subject to its policies governing such shipment.
Code of Federal Regulations
§ 302-7.4
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Code of Federal Regulations
Effective Date Note:
By FTR Amdt. 2011-01, 76 FR 18339, Apr. 1, 2011, § 302-7.4 was revised, effective Aug. 1, 2011. For the convenience of the user, the revised text is set forth as follows:
§ 302-7.4
Who pays for shipping professional books, papers, and equipment (PBP&E)?
The agency may pay for shipping PBP&E as a discretionary item. When authorized, shipping PBP&E is considered an administrative cost to the agency. However, for ease of administration in calculating this allowance, PBP&E should be included as part of the HHG shipment, if possible. That is, if the net weight of the HHG plus the PBP&E is less than 18,000 pounds, the agency should ship the items together and pay for the HHG shipment in one payment.