The State covers University employees while stationed or traveling outside the United States in the course and scope of employment.\u00a0 If an employee rents a vehicle in a foreign country for use in the course and scope of employment for the University, the State will provide collision damage coverage.\u00a0 However,\u00a0to comply with local laws in foreign countries, State Risk Management recommends employees purchase the Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) from the rental company at the time of renting the vehicle<\/strong>.\u00a0 Purchasing this coverage is important since damage to the rental vehicle may become the responsibility of the driver under the terms of the rental agreement.\u00a0 The rental company may demand payment for the damage immediately.\u00a0 Although State Risk Management provides coverage for this, the State does not have claims staff in foreign countries, which can result in a delay in the claim process following your accident.<\/p>\n Note:\u00a0 State Risk Management does not recommend purchasing CDW for vehicles rented and driven within the U.S. borders.<\/p>\n