The College Football Playoff announced parental/guardian travel subsidies for both postseason rounds today.

Previously, it required an impromptu campaign by Ohio State players' parents to secure such subsidies to the 2015 national title game.

The $2,500 stipend per student-athlete is intended to help with expenses for hotel accommodations, travel, and meals for "up to 100 families from each participating institution."

“We were pleased to implement this expense-reimbursement program for the first College Football Playoff National Championship and we received warm and sincere positive feedback from the family members,” said Bill Hancock, executive director of the CFP. “Extending support to the Playoff Semifinals will be another terrific benefit for folks who will be thrilled to be present to celebrate the accomplishments and experiences of their student-athletes.”

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