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 legislature on official business 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 travel and committee business, with a cap on reimbursement that aligns with first-class public air transportation rates.

Additionally, the bill modifies the per diem and mileage rates for nonsalaried and salaried public officers, ensuring that they receive reimbursement based on the standard mileage rate set by the United States General Services Administration. It specifies that public officers traveling outside the state will also receive reimbursement for actual expenses related to lodging, meals, and incidentals, with the department of finance and administration responsible for establishing these rates annually. The provisions of this act will take effect on July 1, 2025.

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