Expense Reimbursement Requirements State Law Survey

Summary

This survey summarizes state laws requiring employers to reimburse employees for business-related expenses. This survey does not address restrictions on wage deductions for expenses (as opposed to reimbursement) or laws that solely deal with reimbursement for uniforms, protective gear, or work clothing and issues related to such items. This survey does not address reimbursement requirements established by city and municipal laws. You should therefore consult all relevant local laws. During the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, expense reimbursement has become an important issue for employers because so many employees have been forced to work at home and pick up office expenses.