Indiana HB1147 modifies the educational requirements for certified public accountant licensure.

Indiana HB1147 amends the Indiana Code to change the educational requirements for individuals seeking to become licensed as certified public accountants. Effective July 1, 2026, a first-time examination candidate must have at least 120 semester hours of college education with an accounting concentration or a baccalaureate degree with an accounting concentration. Effective January 1, 2027, a candidate for initial licensure must have 150 semester hours of college education and a baccalaureate or higher degree in accounting. The board determines the acceptability of educational programs.

Indiana HB1147 modifies the educational requirements for certified public accountant licensure.

Indiana HB1147 amends the Indiana Code to change the educational requirements for individuals seeking to become licensed as certified public accountants. Effective July 1, 2026, a first-time examination candidate must have at least 120 semester hours of college education with an accounting concentration or a baccalaureate degree with an accounting concentration. Effective January 1, 2027, a candidate for initial licensure must have 150 semester hours of college education and a baccalaureate or higher degree in accounting. The board determines the acceptability of educational programs.