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Enterprise Reduces Rental Age for Military, Government Employees
The move gives military and government employees easier access to rental vehicles during this unprecedented time when they might need transportation amid restricted travel directives in response to coronavirus concerns.

To be eligible, customers need to show a valid military or government ID.
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Enterprise Holdings is reducing its minimum age to rent a vehicle from 21 to 18 years old for all members of U.S. military and government employees renting for personal needs. The change is effective March 15 through the end of May at all Enterprise Rent-A-Car, National Car Rental, and Alamo Rent A Car locations throughout the U.S.
The move gives military and government employees easier access to rental vehicles during this unprecedented time when they might need transportation amid restricted travel directives in response to coronavirus (COVID-19) concerns.
“Because Enterprise Holdings operates a network of more than 6,400 locations throughout the U.S., we are prepared to respond quickly to move vehicles to areas of high demand as needed,” Will Withington, senior vice president of North American Operations for Enterprise Holdings, said in a statement. “We are ready to work closely with all of our partners, including military and government agencies, during these difficult times. Our unwavering commitment to supporting members of the military and their families is always top of mind."
To be eligible, customers need to show a valid military or government ID.
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