HB2476

Certified public accountants; certification; alternative.

Chamber Passed·2/23/26

Amends Arizona law to revise qualifications and procedures for certified public accountants and firms.

The bill revises the qualifications and procedures for certified public accountants (CPAs) and firms in Arizona. It updates the criteria for obtaining a CPA license, including education and experience requirements. The bill also modifies the process for registering and reinstating CPAs and firms, including the fees and conditions for reinstatement. Additionally, it outlines the powers and duties of the Arizona State Board of Accountancy, including the ability to investigate complaints, conduct disciplinary proceedings, and enforce standards of competence and integrity.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 56–1 · Feb 23
Current
Finance Committee
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

0
1
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

56 Yea

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1 Nay

R

3 Not Voting

DRD

Calendar

Feb 9

1:00 PM

House Rules

Feb 3

2:00 PM

House Commerce

History

Feb 26

Senate

Senate read second time

Feb 25

Senate

Introduced in Senate and read first time

Feb 25

Senate

Assigned to Senate FIN Committee