EmpireTV Travel Policy

Introduction

EmpireTV supports necessary business travel while ensuring responsible use of company resources. These guidelines apply to all travel arranged through EmpireTV and to any technician traveling on EmpireTV business.

Parking (Newark Airport)

• All Newark Airport parking must be booked in advance by the MAC Coordinator during business hours.
• If booked personally, you must still use approved advance parking options.
• Additional or same-day parking expenses beyond the approved reservation will not be reimbursed.

Company Vehicles & Gas Cards

• Company vehicles may be used only for business travel.
• Company gas cards may be used solely for fuel purchased during approved work travel.
• No personal travel using company vehicles; no personal charges (fuel, tolls, repairs). Such charges are non-reimbursable.

Tolls & EZ-Pass

• Company EZ-Pass must be used only for business travel.
• If personal tolls are charged to the company account, the traveler must reimburse the company.

Rental Cars

• Rentals must be booked with the company code by the MAC Coordinator and approved in advance.
• Default rental class is mid-size or smaller unless business needs require otherwise.
• Upgrades, add-ons, or insurance beyond company policy are the traveler’s responsibility.

Flights

• Flights must be booked through the MAC Coordinator.
• Seat upgrades, priority boarding, and elective change fees are the traveler’s responsibility unless pre-approved for business necessity.

Baggage

• Standard baggage fees for tools or work-related equipment are covered only if added and booked by the MAC Coordinator in advance.
• Any specific or special baggage requests must be approved prior to travel.
• Additional bags, personal items, or overweight luggage are the traveler’s responsibility.

Incidental Expenses

• Parking tips, valet service, hotel amenities, and in-flight purchases are not reimbursable.
• Exception: In-flight Wi-Fi is approved for office personnel up to $15 per flight when used for business purposes.
• Personal charges (movies, alcohol, snacks, minibar, etc.) are not reimbursable.

Travel Changes & Cancellations

• Voluntary changes (missed flights, date/time adjustments, upgrades) are the traveler’s responsibility.
• All business-related changes or cancellations must be approved in advance by the MAC Coordinator.

Safety & Conduct

• Technicians must follow the company code of conduct while traveling and maintain professional behavior in hotels, airports, flights, and rental facilities.
• Misuse of drugs or alcohol during company travel is strictly prohibited and subject to disciplinary action.

Emergency Expenses

• In emergencies (flight cancellation, hotel closure, vehicle breakdown), contact the MAC Coordinator before making out-of-pocket purchases.
• If the Coordinator is unavailable, only reasonable and necessary costs will be considered for reimbursement.

Receipts & Reporting

• All expenses eligible for reimbursement require original itemized receipts.
• Submit expenses within 72 hours of returning from travel.

Meals

Meals, snacks, and beverages are the responsibility of the traveler. Just as food on a regular workday is a personal expense, food while traveling is also a personal expense and will not be reimbursed.

Approval for Large Travel Expenses

• Any single travel-related expense over $500 must be approved in advance by the MAC Coordinator, regardless of type (flights, hotels, rentals, emergencies).
• Expenses above this threshold without prior approval will not be reimbursed.