July 29, 2026: UPDATE – IRS 2026 Mileage Rates Effective January 1, 2026

Health Research, Inc. reimburses travelers for business miles driven based on the standard mileage rates established by the Internal Revenue Service. By adhering to this, travel reimbursement for mileage is not taxable to the employee.

Mileage rates change annually but may also change during the calendar year. Check the NYS Comptroller’s Travel Mileage Rates page to confirm current rates.

Current IRS Mileage Rates

Effective January 1, 2026 though June 30, 2026
Personal automobile: .725 cents per mile
Motorcycle .705 cents per mile
Effective on or after July 1, 2026
Personal automobile: .760 cents per mile
Motorcycle .705 cents per mile

Past Year Mileage Rates

Effective January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025
Personal automobile: .70 cents per mile
Motorcycle .68 cents per mile
Current and historical rates can be found on the NYS Comptroller’s Travel Mileage Rates page.
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