Common use of Underlying Principles Clause in Contracts

Underlying Principles. The operation of the agency travel program requires a critical balance between agency responsibility for cost effectiveness and the authorized traveler’s need for quality services and support. The traveler shall select the least expensive and most efficient mode of travel while considering meal, lodging, mileage, and transportation costs. State agencies may consider alternate routes taken as a result of employee safety concerns when determining an employee’s mileage reimbursement. The following travel policies explain in detail how to request, document, and reimburse travel so authorized travelers can be assured that: • Reimbursements will be timely and accurate; • State-arranged billing and charging is protected for travel required in the future; and • Travelers and the agencies comply with applicable law and regulation. The traveler may receive partial reimbursement from other sources (non-state agency sources) for state travel expenses. The traveler may seek reimbursement from the agency for the difference between the partial reimbursement and the actual expenses. • Chapter 660 of the Texas Government Code; • State travel laws and regulations contained in the General Appropriations Act, Article IX, Part 5; and • Policies and procedures developed by the State of Texas Comptroller (Comptroller).