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(a) If authorized by the governing body of the municipality, reimbursements to municipal employees for the purchase of meals and meal tips shall be:
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(1) Based on the actual expense incurred; or
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(2)
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(A) Made on a per diem basis.
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(B) A per diem reimbursement under subdivision (a)(2)(A) of this section shall be made under an accountable plan as defined by Internal Revenue Service regulations as in existence on January 1, 2017.
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(b) Reimbursement for meal tips under subsection (a) of this section shall not exceed fifteen percent (15%) of the purchase amount of the meal.