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AICPA December 18, 2025
AICPA Applauds Passage of Disaster Legislation to Extend Lookback Period
The act offers taxpayers impacted by disasters more opportunities to meet their tax obligations without additional confusion, stress, and anxiety.
Accounting February 17, 2025
Virginia Passes Law Enabling Alternative Paths to CPA Credential
Virginia passes state law to offer alternative to 150-hour rule for CPA credential. Candidates can now earn the credential with a 4-year degree, plus 2 hours of experience, and passing the CPA Exam.
AICPA February 14, 2025
AICPA Highlights Key Concerns for Individuals to Keep in Mind During 2024 Tax Season
As taxpayers navigate the challenges of tax season, the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) is identifying areas individual filers to be aware of for this filing season.
AICPA February 12, 2025
AICPA Thanks Ways and Means Committee for Approving Endorsed Legislation
The AICPA has long supported the proposals and will continue to work to advance comprehensive proposals that enhance Internal Revenue Service (IRS) operations and improve the taxpayer experience.
Auditing February 12, 2025
PCAOB Pulls Rules on Audit Firm Metrics
The Public Company Accounting Oversight Board on Feb. 11 filed a notice with the SEC to withdraw its new standard on audit firm reporting of standardized firm and engagement metrics for approval—a victory for those that opposed the rules, including many of the largest accounting firms in the U.S. and the AICPA.
Accounting February 10, 2025
Four New Members Added to American Accounting Association Hall of Fame
This year’s inductees include David R. Bean, Barry C. Melancon, Terry Shevlin, and Mary T. Washington Wylie (1906-2005). The 2025 inductees represent a diverse group of accounting thought leaders, from practice and academia.
Firm Management February 10, 2025
Former AICPA CEO Barry Melancon Joins Baker Tilly
The Louisiana native, who retired at the end of last year after a nearly 30-year run as AICPA chief executive, will join Baker Tilly as an advisor and will become a non-executive director and chair-elect of the Baker Tilly International board of directors.
Accounting February 7, 2025
AICPA News – February 2025
AICPA News is a collection of recent announcements from the American Institute of CPAs and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants.
Firm Management February 7, 2025
State CPA Society News & Updates – Feb. 2025
State CPA Society News & Updates is a selection of recent announcements and initiatives by CPA associations in the United States and its territories.
Accounting February 6, 2025
FICPA Advocates for Effective, Efficient Licensure During CPA Day at the Capitol
This year, the FICPA is supporting legislation that offers innovative pathways to CPA licensure in Florida while maintaining strong standards and protecting the public trust.
Accounting February 5, 2025
AICPA Ponders Updating Independence Rules After Swell of Private Equity Activity in Accounting
A task force of the AICPA's Professional Ethics Executive Committee is seeking public comments on its preliminary conclusions about revising independence rules related to alternative practice structures, which public accounting firms typically form after receiving private equity backing.
Accounting January 21, 2025
AICPA News – January 2025
AICPA News is a round-up of recent announcements and alerts from the American Institute of CPAs and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants.
Accounting January 16, 2025
AICPA Updates Its Digital Assets Practice Aid
The practice aid offers a new definition for digital assets, new and amended accounting questions, and the introduction of new terms.