This bill amends the current law regarding mileage reimbursement for State officers and employees using their personal vehicles for official business. It establishes that the reimbursement rate will align with the standard mileage rate set by the federal Internal Revenue Service (IRS) for business use of automobiles, replacing the previous fixed rate of $0.18 per mile. The bill also removes the requirement for biannual adjustments to the reimbursement rate based on changes in gasoline prices.

By adopting the IRS standard mileage rate, the bill aims to simplify the reimbursement process and ensure that State employees are compensated fairly for their travel expenses. The repeal of the biannual adjustment requirement is intended to streamline the reimbursement system, making it less dependent on fluctuating gasoline prices. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 52:14-17.1