This bill amends existing laws regarding travel reimbursement rates for public officers in New Mexico, specifically addressing travel by privately owned automobiles and airplanes. It establishes that members of the legislative branch will receive per diem at the rate set by the United States General Services Administration for both automobile and airplane travel. The bill also clarifies that reimbursement for out-of-state travel will include costs for public transportation, mileage for private vehicles, and per diem for days spent on official business, with a cap on reimbursement that aligns with first-class public air transportation rates.

Additionally, the bill modifies the reimbursement structure for nonsalaried and salaried public officers, ensuring that they receive either per diem or reimbursement for actual expenses related to lodging, meals, and incidentals, with rates established by the Department of Finance and Administration. The effective date for these changes is set for July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
introduced version: 2-1-9, 10-8-4