SB719

Further providing for definitions, for general powers of the board, for examination and for requirements for issuance of certificate; repealing provisions relating to practice in this Commonwealth by individuals under substantial equivalency; further providing for practice outside this Commonwealth under substantial equivalency and for practice by firms and unlicensed entities under substantial equivalency; providing for practice in this Commonwealth by individuals under automatic mobility; and further providing for licenses to practice, for licensing of firms, for grounds for discipline, for reinstatement and for unlawful acts.

Complete·6/30/25

Pennsylvania SB719 amends the CPA Law to allow automatic mobility for certified public accountants, revises practice requirements, and updates.

Pennsylvania SB719 amends the CPA Law to allow certified public accountants from other states to practice in Pennsylvania under automatic mobility, provided they meet certain criteria. The bill revises practice requirements by removing substantial equivalency provisions and updating definitions. It also updates disciplinary procedures, including the grounds for discipline, reinstatement, and unlawful acts. The bill further specifies the powers of the State Board of Accountancy and the requirements for the issuance of certificates.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

202 Yea

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1 Absent

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Calendar

Jun 25, 2025

10:00 AM

Professional Licensure (h) Hearing

Jun 10, 2025

12:00 AM

Appropriations (s) Hearing

History

Jun 30, 2025

House

Signed in House

Jun 30, 2025

Senate

Presented to the Governor

Jun 30, 2025

Senate

Approved by the Governor