Compensation
Stipends and travel reimbursement are available for member participation at committee, council or subcommittee meetings. This is for consumer and family representatives who do not otherwise receive compensation for their time.
Stipends are considered taxable income. If any member receives more than $600 per year in stipends, OHA will send the member a 1099 form and report the income to the IRS.
If you qualify for a stipend:
- Your meeting coordinator will have you complete a "Per Diem Stipend Qualification Form." This happens each tax year.
- OHA will use the information on this form to send a 1099 when appropriate.
- Your meeting coordinator will also send the form(s) to use to request stipends.
Reimbursable expenses include:
- Mileage at state rate
- Lodging at state rate (for members who live more than 70 miles from Salem)
- Per diem for meals per state policy
- Child care per state policy
Travel reimbursements are not considered taxable income.
To request travel reimbursement, complete the Travel Expense Claim (MSC 1297) form. Send it to your meeting coordinator.
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