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Meet the 2024 CPA Celebration Award Finalists

Meet the award finalists and winners who will be honored during CPA Celebration at Crane Bay Event Center on Nov. 22, 2024.

Your Dollars, Your Voice: What Your Contributions to the Indiana CPA-PAC Help Achieve

The Indiana CPA-PAC is the only political action committee in the state that represents the interests of Indiana CPAs and the profession. Learn more about what your PAC contributions help accomplish.

Indiana’s Influencers: Behind the Board of Accountancy

Indiana's Board of Accountancy has a big impact on CPAs in the state, but many CPAs aren't aware of their role. Learn more about what the Board does and why it matters to you.

DOR Reminder: Do Not Manually Modify or Misuse Old Tax Forms

Do not manually change any part of a tax form issued by the Indiana Department of Revenue — including the year — as this will not apply your intended information and/or payment to the correct year and/or potentially the correct taxpayer.

12/18 Advocacy Alert: Tell Congress to Extend Jan. 1, 2024 Effective Date for BOI Reporting Requirements

Tell Congress to extend the Jan. 1, 2024 effective date for Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting requirements.

INCPAS & AICPA Coalition contact Congress in support of 2 bills to delay implementation of Beneficial Ownership Reporting Requirements

INCPAS calls on federal legislators to support two bills that would delay the start date for the Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting requirement.

Advocacy in Action: INCPAS Members Voice Support of 4 Key Issues on Capitol Hill

In our recent visits to Capitol Hill, members discussed 4 key issues with Indiana’s Congressional delegates — including an emphasis on the STEM designation and 529 Plan expansion bills.

Press Release: Indiana CPA Society joins Accounting+ to advance DEI within profession; expand and build talent pipeline

INCPAS joins growing coalition committed to advancing DEI within accounting through Accounting+, a nationwide campaign to attract a new generation of diverse students into the talent pipeline.

Inside the INCPAS Decision-Making Framework: How This Tool Guides the Legislative Agenda

Just because an issue is on the radar doesn’t mean it becomes one INCPAS chooses to engage with over the next year. So, how do we determine if an issue, bill or topic is right for our legislative agenda?

INCPAS Legislative Agenda: The Who, What & How Behind the Selection Process

The INCPAS team works year-round to support members and the profession. This work may seem somewhat of a mystery, but we have an organized process to cover all topics or issues of concern.

Is Accounting a STEM Field? Why It Matters

Both the U.S. Senate and House have introduced legislation that would designate accounting as a STEM subject at the primary and secondary education levels. Before considering the arguments for and against, let’s consider why it matters.

INCPAS Encourages NASBA to Make Substantive Change

The INCPAS Board of Directors responded to NASBA in support of extending the 18-month rolling window for the CPA Exam.

DOR's Working Plan for Senate Bill 2 — Filings, Forms & Penalties

DOR has communicated their plan with us based on the bill as it stands currently — there may be more amendments made along the way that will impact their plans and consequently your plans.

Senate Bill 2: Taxation of Pass-Through Entities — Status in Indiana

The most up-to-date information as it relates to Indiana Senate Bill 2: Taxation of Pass-Through Entities (SB2).

Senate Bill 2: A Lap Around the TRAC — My Reaction to the News on Indiana PTET

My reaction to the news that an effective date of 1/1/23 was off the table and SB2 was fast tracked with a 1/1/22 effective date.

INCPAS Advocacy 101: How to Become a CPA Advocate

There’s strength in numbers. While INCPAS has a team dedicated to advocacy, we need your help to further elevate CPAs’ legislative agenda and other key policy issues that arise — here’s why and how to get started.

How the 120-to-Sit Rule Change is Impacting Students and CPA Pipeline

November’s 120-to-Sit rule change marks a significant move to make Indiana more competitive and aid in fixing the profession’ pipeline challenges. To better understand its initial impact, we spoke with two aspiring CPAs.

INCPAS 2022 Year in Review: Top 3 Member Moments

The past few years have brought significant change, challenge and opportunity for INCPAS members. Before we welcome 2023, join us in celebrating these achievements of note from 2022!

Press Release: INCPAS successfully advocates; collaborates for historic rule change impacting future CPAs

An official rule change directly impacting the CPA pipeline and accounting shortage in Indiana goes in to effect today, Nov. 2, 2022.

Impact of the 120-Hour CPA Rule Change for the CPA Exam

The 120-to-sit for the CPA Exam rule is entering the final stages of its process toward approval, meaning this change could come into fruition by the end of 2022. Here are 4 of the biggest impacts for you, your organization and future CPAs.

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