### Question
How is the term expenses defined?


### Answer
The term **expenses** is defined in *45 U.S.C. § 1014* as the following:

> actual, reasonable expenses paid for room, board, tuition, fees, or educational material in an amount not to exceed $3,000

#### Citation:
  - *45 U.S.C. § 1014*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 19-ROCK ISLAND RAILROAD EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE**

