This list is not all-inclusive. Travelers should use prudent judgment and remember that all travel expense accounts are open to the public and must be able to sustain the test of public review.
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First Class Airline Tickets
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Memberships in clubs for pleasure or recreation
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Airline club memberships
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Annual fees for personal credit cards
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Auto repairs for personal vehicles
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Baby sitting
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Barbers and hair salons
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Golf fees, ski lift tickets, etc.
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Frequent flyer upgrades
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Health club facilities
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Limousines (unless cost effective and for business purpose)
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Theft of personal property or funds
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Movies (in flight or room)
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Mini bar refreshments
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“No show charges” for hotel or car rental
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Personal entertainment
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Pet care fees
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Insurance fees such as LDW, PAI, and CDW for employees
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Optional travel insurance including flight insurance or additional costs for refundable tickets
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Books for classes (unless they remain property of State)
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Snacks or refreshments unless they meet requirements in (Food & Beverages Procedures)
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Non-business related newspapers or magazine subscriptions
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Tuxedos or other formal wear
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Clothing (non-uniform) or repairs to clothing damaged in the workplace
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All expenses related to personal negligence of the employee, such as parking tickets or traffic fines
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Holiday decorations
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Alcoholic beverages
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Charitable contributions
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Gifts
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Meals or travel for family members
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Navigation systems