The purpose of this memo is to provide an update with the most current information on the mileage reimbursement for parents who provide transportation for their child in accordance with 603 CMR 28.05(5) and 603 CMR 28.07(6).
Effective April 19, 2026, state employees became eligible to receive reimbursement for transportation at the rate of $0.70 per mile. Therefore, if a parent provides transportation to an eligible student requiring special transportation consistent with the requirements of 603 CMR 28.05(5)(b) and 603 CMR 28.0(7)(6), the school district shall reimburse such parent the prevailing rate per mile for state employees. Reimbursement shall be for no more than the round-trip distance between the home and the school for school attendance and school-sponsored extracurricular activities. Mileage shall be determined based on a direct route between the student's home and school. No parent shall be obligated to provide such transportation.
This memorandum replaces the previously reissued guidance effective July 17, 2022, which established the prevailing rate at $0.62 per mile.
The Department encourages you to share this information with parents in your school community, as appropriate.
Last Updated: May 28, 2026