An Act relative to modernizing the pathway to becoming a certified public accountant
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill seeks to modernize the process for becoming a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in Massachusetts. It aims to streamline the requirements and potentially update the curriculum needed to obtain the CPA license, ensuring it aligns with current professional standards and industry needs. The bill replaces an earlier version, S.209, with a revised draft.
Key provisions
- Replaces an earlier version of the CPA modernization bill (S.209).
- Updates the requirements for becoming a Certified Public Accountant.
- Potentially adjusts the curriculum needed for CPA licensure.
- The bill was recommended for passage with an amendment.
- The Senate Committee on Ways and Means reported the bill.
- The Senate substituted a new draft for the original bill.
- The bill was ordered to a third reading and subsequently passed the Senate.
- The bill was referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Who is affected
- Aspiring Certified Public Accountants
- Accounting Professionals in Massachusetts
- Students pursuing accounting degrees
- The Massachusetts Board of Accountancy
- The accounting industry in Massachusetts
Notable changes
- Replaces existing legislation (S.209) with a new draft.
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Sponsors
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6 on record
Primary sponsor
Senate Committee on Ways and Means
Cosponsors
Michael O. Moore
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