AR SB7

Amends Arkansas Code § 10-2-212 to reorganize interim mileage reimbursement procedures for Senate and House members, requiring signed statements filed monthly with respective legislative officers.

Changes vehicle mileage reimbursement language from "shall not exceed" to "be equal to" the Internal Revenue Service allowable rate as of January 1, 2015, for state employees under Arkansas Code § 19-4-903(b)(2).

Requires the Chief Fiscal Officer of the State to promulgate rules establishing the mileage reimbursement rate by October 1, 2015, based on the IRS rate as of January 1, 2015, with authority to adjust rates in subsequent rules.

Permits the Chief Fiscal Officer to establish procedures and rates for reimbursing individuals for private airplane travel on official state business, using "rule" instead of "regulation."

Maintains existing restrictions prohibiting General Assembly members from filing reimbursement claims exceeding maximum amounts prescribed by law.