State CPA Societies October 23, 2025
New Mexico Streamlines CPA Licensure Requirements
House Bill 296, which flew through the Legislature this year nearly unanimously and takes effect next year, creates alternative prerequisites for CPA licensure.
State CPA Societies October 23, 2025
Michigan Moves Forward on Pathways Bill for CPA Licensure
This move comes in response to the shrinking talent pipeline, which has prompted many states to consider and implement legislation that increases flexibility for current and prospective CPAs.
Accounting October 22, 2025
California Governor Signs Pathways Bill to Modernize CPA Licensure in State
CPA candidates must earn a bachelor’s degree with an accounting concentration, pass the Uniform CPA Exam and complete two years of general accounting experience.
Accounting September 29, 2025
Opinion: New CPA Licensure Laws Are Not a Panacea
As a profession, we need to do a better job attracting and developing new talent, domestically. However, the new CPA licensure laws may not be the answer, and we may need to dramatically re-think our approach.
Accounting September 9, 2025
NASBA Releases CPA Mobile App for Future CPAs
The CPA Mobile App brings the essential tools and services of NASBA’s CPA Portal directly to candidates’ mobile devices. With real-time updates and easy access to critical documents, the App helps streamline the journey to becoming a licensed CPA.
Accounting August 18, 2025
Illinois Adds Pathways to CPA Licensure
The new law evolves Illinois’ CPA licensure framework in response to talent pipeline issues, shifting demographics, and changing financial and audit regulatory standards.
Accounting June 17, 2025
Pennsylvania Senate Passes Legislation to Modernize CPA Licensure Requirements
"By offering CPA candidates an additional pathway to complete their licensure and improving mobility for out-of-state CPAs, Pennsylvania is positioned to increase membership in the profession," said state Sen. Scott Hutchinson.
Accounting May 29, 2025
Illinois Legislature Passes Bill That Creates New CPA Licensure Pathways
Legislation that creates additional pathways to becoming a CPA in Illinois awaits Gov. JB Pritzker's signature after the bill was passed in the state House in April and the state Senate last week.
Firm Management May 20, 2025
Minnesota Legislature Passes CPA Licensure Bill
Generally, the governor has 14 days to act on the presented bill. After that, without action, the bill becomes law.
Accounting May 14, 2025
AICPA and NASBA Approve of Alternate CPA Licensure Paths
The AICPA and NASBA have given the green light to expanding the accounting profession's model law, the Uniform Accountancy Act, to include a new optional pathway for CPA candidates to obtain licensure, the two groups said on Wednesday.
Accounting April 18, 2025
Indiana Becomes Latest State to Reform CPA Licensure Rules
Governor Michael Braun (R) signed HEA 1143 into law on April 16, 2025, making Indiana one of the first 10 states to adopt an additional pathway to CPA licensure.
Accounting April 8, 2025
Georgia Reforms CPA Licensure Process, Broadens Professional Mobility
This legislation introduces significant reforms to the CPA licensure process and broadens practice privilege mobility, reflecting Georgia's commitment to a dynamic and accessible accounting profession.