HB 5872

Abstract

Amends the General Assembly Compensation Act. Provides that for session days beginning in fiscal year 2020, and for each fiscal year thereafter, (i) the allowance for lodging and meals shall remain $111 per day and (ii) mileage for automobile travel shall be permanently reimbursed at a rate of $0.39 per mile, unless otherwise approved by law. Provides that for non-session days beginning in fiscal year 2020, and for each fiscal year thereafter, mileage reimbursement shall be permanently set at a rate of $0.39 per mile, unless otherwise approved by law. Amends the Compensation Review Act. Provides that members of the General Assembly are prohibited from receiving and shall not receive any increase in compensation that would otherwise apply based on a cost of living adjustment for or during the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2019. Provides that members of the General Assembly are prohibited from receiving and shall not receive any increase in compensation that would otherwise apply based on a cost of living adjustment for terms commencing on or after July 1, 2019, unless otherwise approved by law. Effective immediately.