SB1240

Further providing for requirements for issuance of certificate.

Chamber Passed·6/1/26
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania SB1240 amends the CPA Law to adjust education requirements for certification of certified public accountants.

Pennsylvania SB1240 modifies the education requirements for the issuance of a certificate to certified public accountants. It specifies that applicants must complete a total of twenty-four semester credits in accounting and auditing, business law, economics, technology, finance, or tax subjects, and an additional twelve semester credits in accounting and auditing or tax subjects. These credits need not be part of the individual's undergraduate or graduate work. The bill also allows for a Master's Degree or other post-graduate degree from an accredited college or university.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 26–0 · Jun 1
Current
The House
Next
House floor vote

Sponsors

D
1
1
R
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

26 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Jun 24

10:00 AM

Professional Licensure (h) Hearing

Apr 21

12:00 AM

Appropriations (s) Hearing

History

Jul 1

House

Removed from table

Jun 24

House

Reported as committed

Jun 24

House

First consideration