LD1789

An Act to Amend the Education Requirements in the Certified Public Accountant Licensure Laws

Complete·6/10/25

Amends Maine's certified public accountant licensure laws to revise education and experience requirements and clarify practice privilege reciprocity.

This bill modifies Maine's statutes governing the practice of public accountancy. It updates education and experience requirements for initial licensure, allowing for various combinations of degrees and experience. It also clarifies the conditions for individual and firm practice privilege reciprocity, enabling certified public accountants and firms licensed in other states to practice in Maine without additional licensure, provided they meet certain criteria.

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Sponsors

DDD
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

May 15, 2025

9:00 AM

Hearing

May 7, 2025

1:00 PM

Hearing

History

Jun 10, 2025

House

PASSED TO BE ENACTED.

Jun 10, 2025

House

Sent for concurrence. ORDERED SENT FORTHWITH.

Jun 10, 2025

Senate

PASSED TO BE ENACTED, in concurrence.