State CPA Societies July 11, 2026
State CPA Society News & Updates – July 2026
State CPA Society News & Updates is a selection of recent announcements and initiatives by CPA associations in the United States and its territories.
Payroll March 31, 2025
Job Tenure is Down: Dos and Don’ts Before You Quit
Job tenure is decreasing, according to a Bureau of Labor Statistics analysis. Workers leaving their jobs should keep these financial considerations in mind.
Taxes March 29, 2025
Happy 50th Birthday to the Earned Income Tax Credit
A component of the Tax Reduction Act, the EITC was signed into law by President Gerald Ford on March 29, 1975, and has become one of the federal government's largest anti-poverty programs.
Taxes March 28, 2025
Bank Secrecy Act Data Key to IRS-CI Cracking Many Financial Crime Cases
The IRS Criminal Investigation unit released new statistics on March 28 highlighting how the agency has investigated financial crimes using Bank Secrecy Act data.
General News March 28, 2025
Consumer Spending Barely Rises, While Inflation Risk Rises
Consumer spending was weaker than expected again in February while a key inflation metric picked up, in a double whammy for the economy before the brunt of tariffs.
Payroll March 28, 2025
What is the Average Salary in Your State?
According to a recent study from SoFi, which looked at the highest-paying states in the country, employees in 12 locations—including Massachusetts, California, Connecticut, and Maryland—earn significantly more than the national average salary.
SEC March 28, 2025
GOP Embraces Atkins for SEC Chair, While Dems Doubt His Judgment
Senate Banking Republicans are looking forward to Paul Atkins changing how the SEC works, while Democrats question his record.
General News March 28, 2025
U.S. Population Could Shrink by 2030, Says Report
Gross domestic product is forecast to increase at an average rate of 1.6% over the next 30 years, compared with the 2.5% average increase over the last three decades, the report said
Payroll March 28, 2025
Judge Delays DOGE’s ‘Are You Alive’ Push for Americans’ Social Security Data
A federal judge in Maryland admonished the Trump administration for trying to rush her into lifting restrictions on an Elon Musk team seeking access to the private Social Security Administration information of millions of Americans.
Mergers and Acquisitions March 28, 2025
Aprio and RSM US Make a Deal
Top 30 firm Aprio and top five firm RSM US have reached an agreement for Aprio to acquire RSM's Professional Services+ practice operating in the U.S. and Canada.
Auditing March 28, 2025
AICPA Seeks Feedback on 2026-30 Strategic Priorities for Standard-Setting Panel
The Auditing Standards Board issues standards for auditing private companies, quality management standards for practitioners providing audit and attest services to private companies, and attestation standards.
State and Local Taxes March 27, 2025
How to Anticipate and Navigate Property Tax Scenarios for Businesses
Property taxes and business license compliance present a complex landscape, especially when significant business events involving mergers, acquisitions, or expansion occur.
Payroll March 27, 2025
40% of Employees Have Quit a Job Because They Didn’t Trust Their Manager, Survey Finds
A new report from online career platform LiveCareer reveals workplace trust issues across generations, with Gen Z employees least likely to trust their employer's leadership.