(a) It is the purpose of this Article to provide and define reimbursement for the actual and necessary out-of-pocket expenses incurred by state officers, employees, and agents because of travel on official state business. Each state agency may determine the time and method of travel, location and lodging. Each State agency shall determine the necessity for travel and that such travel represents the best interest of the State. Once the necessity and method of travel, location and lodging have been determined, reimbursement shall be governed by these sections. The signature of the officer approving travel and payment is certification that the approving party has authorized the travel, that the expenses were incurred in order to conduct official state business and that the items claimed are appropriate and in keeping with these rules. State agencies shall not have discretion to provide reimbursement at a lower amount unless such discretion is specifically authorized by rule. Unless otherwise specified, receipts are required for each item of expense of $25.00 or more.
(b) For the purpose of regulations governing claims for reimbursement an excluded employee is: an employee as defined in Section 3527(b) of the California Government Code (Ralph C. Dills Act): a non-elected officer or employee of the executive branch of government who is not a member of the civil service.
Note: Authority cited: Sections 19815.4(d), 19816 and 19820, Government Code. Reference: Section 11030, Government Code.
Current as of 08/25/06
