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Per diem and mileage reimbursement rates
Summary
Meal per diem has sat at $45/day for years while the GSA Texas standard is $68. Commissioners leaned toward $60/day, and tying mileage to the IRS/GSA rate (now 72.5 cents) so it updates automatically.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jun 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
A modest per-trip cost increase for the county travel budget.
✅Who benefits
County employees and officials who travel or work elections.
Mentions & discussions (1)
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