R25-7-15. Reimbursement for Ground Transportation

(1) A traveler may be reimbursed for using ground transportation. (2) A traveler is reimbursed the actual cost of ground transportation that is related to state business travel, such as transportation to and from the airport. (3) A traveler is not reimbursed for personal use of ground transportation, such as transportation to a restaurant or movie theater. (4) A traveler is not reimbursed for an upgrade to a rideshare unless there is a documented business purpose. (5) A traveler may be reimbursed for tips for ground transportation if a tip is shown on an original, itemized receipt. (6)(a) A traveler is reimbursed the actual cost of tips up to 20% of the total fare, including taxes and fees. (b) If a 20% tip results in an amount less than $5, a traveler may tip up to $5. The traveler is reimbursed the actual cost of the tip up to $5.