Impact Report 13: End of Session in Sight

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Impact Report 13: End of Session in Sight


This week, with just days left in the regular session, Florida lawmakers reached a budget deal totaling roughly $90 billion. Lawmakers will stay in Tallahassee until Saturday in order to review and approve the document. FICPA’s Governmental Affairs team has an update on all of the bills we were tracking throughout the session, and how they fared in the legislature’s last week of activity.

 

Also in this edition of the IMPACT Report:

  • Bill Tracking Updates
  • End of Tax Season Special Offer from Brightline

Sincerely

Justin Thames
Director of Governmental Affairs

News Round-Up
May 3rd, 2019


End of Tax Season Special Offer from Brightline

Celebrate the end of tax season aboard Brightline! Book a group outing of 16 or more of your colleagues and one drink is on us!

  • Book by May 31st
  • Email groups@gobrightline.com
  • Subject to availability

 

@FL_Thames

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Making a voluntary donation to the Florida CPA/PAC is one of the most effective ways you can support CPAs’ legislative interests. Last year, 90% of the candidates that the Florida CPA/PAC supported were elected. Make sure that lawmakers are educated and aware of the issues that affect CPAs and business professionals in Florida – support the CPA/PAC! You can make a voluntary donation any time, including during the upcoming FICPA dues renewal cycle.

Please note: contributions are strictly voluntary and are not deductible for federal tax purposes. The Florida CPA/PAC is an entity completely separate from the FICPA. The Florida CPA/PAC is supported solely by the voluntary contributions of members of the FICPA and others

Impact Report 12: Last Week of Session

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Impact Report 12: Last Week of Session


As the clock winds down on this year’s legislative session, lawmakers in the House and Senate are working to tie up loose ends before next week’s sine die. FICPA’s Governmental Affairs team has an update on all of the bills and other items left to make it through the legislature.

 

Also in this edition of the IMPACT Report:

  • Bill Tracking Updates
  • End of Tax Season Special Offer from Brightline

Sincerely

Justin Thames
Director of Governmental Affairs

News Round-Up
April 26th, 2019


End of Tax Season Special Offer from Brightline

Celebrate the end of tax season aboard Brightline! Book a group outing of 16 or more of your colleagues and one drink is on us!

  • Book by May 31st
  • Email groups@gobrightline.com
  • Subject to availability

 

@FL_Thames

@FICPA

Florida CPA/PAC Needs You DONATE ONLINE

The FICPA dues renewal season is rapidly approaching – be sure to keep the CPA/PAC in mind as your dues invoices arrive! Your donations support our efforts to educate elected officials on issues impacting CPAs and advance pro-CPA, pro-business policies. You can donate to the CPA/PAC at the same time you renew your membership. Help us maintain our momentum and keep CPAs at the top of legislators’ minds!

 

Please note: contributions are strictly voluntary and are not deductible for federal tax purposes. The Florida CPA/PAC is an entity completely separate from the FICPA. The Florida CPA/PAC is supported solely by the voluntary contributions of members of the FICPA and others

Impact Report 11: Budget Negotiations Heating Up

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Impact Report 11: Budget Negotiations Heating Up


FICPA’s Governmental Affairs team is back with an update on the latest developments in the budget negotiation process as the legislative session rolls on. Watch the video update for a full debrief!

 

 

Also in this edition of the IMPACT Report:

  • Bill Tracking Updates
  • Florida Senate Continues to Move Wayfair Bill Forward
  • Governor Desantis Celebrates First 100 Days
  • FICPA Town Hall Orlando – April 24
  • End of Tax Season Special Offer from Brightline

Sincerely

Justin Thames
Director of Governmental Affairs

News Round-Up
April 19th, 2019

Florida Senate Continues to Move Wayfair Bill Forward

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Governor Desantis Celebrates First 100 Days

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FICPA Town Hall Orlando – April 24

The next FICPA Town Hall is coming soon! Join the FICPA for an exclusive night of fun & an opportunity to engage with members. A sneak peek into what’s in store…

  • Free for FICPA members to attend
  • Free cocktails, beer, and wine
  • Hors d’oeuvres and entertainment

The meeting will feature a special message from FICPA CEO, Deborah Curry, as she recaps the latest developments in the profession and a presentation by Bob O’Malley, VP of Government Affairs for Brightline.

Click Here to Register


End of Tax Season Special Offer from Brightline

Celebrate the end of tax season aboard Brightline! Book a group outing of 16 or more of your colleagues and one drink is on us!

  • Book by May 31st
  • Email groups@gobrightline.com
  • Subject to availability

 

@FL_Thames

@FICPA

Florida CPA/PAC Needs You DONATE ONLINE

The FICPA dues renewal season is rapidly approaching – be sure to keep the CPA/PAC in mind as your dues invoices arrive! Your donations support our efforts to educate elected officials on issues impacting CPAs and advance pro-CPA, pro-business policies. You can donate to the CPA/PAC at the same time you renew your membership. Help us maintain our momentum and keep CPAs at the top of legislators’ minds!

 

Please note: contributions are strictly voluntary and are not deductible for federal tax purposes. The Florida CPA/PAC is an entity completely separate from the FICPA. The Florida CPA/PAC is supported solely by the voluntary contributions of members of the FICPA and others

Impact Report 10: House Introduces Tax Package

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Impact Report 10: House Introduces Tax Package


This week, the Florida House introduced its annual package of proposed tax legislation. The package will likely factor heavily in legislators’ negotiations around this year’s budget proposal. FICPA’s Governmental Affairs team has an update on the tax package along with the rest of the bills making their way through the legislative process.

 

 

Also in this edition of the IMPACT Report:

  • Bill Tracking Updates
  • FICPA Town Hall Orlando – April 24
  • End of Tax Season Special Offer from Brightline
  • House Ways and Means Committee Releases Tax Package

Sincerely

Justin Thames
Director of Governmental Affairs

News Round-Up
April 5th, 2019

FICPA Town Hall Orlando – April 24

The next FICPA Town Hall is coming soon! Join the FICPA for an exclusive night of fun & an opportunity to engage with members. A sneak peek into what’s in store…

  • Free for FICPA members to attend
  • Free cocktails, beer, and wine
  • Hors d’oeuvres and entertainment

The meeting will feature a special message from FICPA CEO, Deborah Curry, as she recaps the latest developments in the profession and a presentation by Bob O’Malley, VP of Government Affairs for Brightline.

Click Here to Register


End of Tax Season Special Offer from Brightline

Celebrate the end of tax season aboard Brightline! Book a group outing of 16 or more of your colleagues and one drink is on us!

  • *Book by May 31st
  • *Email groups@gobrightline.com
  • *Subject to availability


House Ways and Means Committee Releases Tax Package

A pair of sales-tax “holidays” for storm preparation and back-to-school shopping and a tax cut on commercial leases dominated a package that advanced Thursday out of a key House committee.

https://floridapolitics.com/archives/293357-house-panel-backs-lease-tax-cut-storm-prep-holiday

 

Florida CPA/PAC Needs You DONATE ONLINE

The FICPA dues renewal season is rapidly approaching – be sure to keep the CPA/PAC in mind as your dues invoices arrive! Your donations support our efforts to educate elected officials on issues impacting CPAs and advance pro-CPA, pro-business policies. You can donate to the CPA/PAC at the same time you renew your membership. Help us maintain our momentum and keep CPAs at the top of legislators’ minds!

 

Please note: contributions are strictly voluntary and are not deductible for federal tax purposes. The Florida CPA/PAC is an entity completely separate from the FICPA. The Florida CPA/PAC is supported solely by the voluntary contributions of members of the FICPA and others

Impact Report 9: House & Senate Budget Proposals + FICPA Town Hall

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Impact Report 9: House & Senate Budget Proposals + FICPA Town Hall


This week, the Florida House and Senate introduced their budget proposals for the coming year. FICPA’s Governmental Affairs team is keeping tabs on how the new budget is taking shape, along with all of the other bills already making their way through the legislature’s various committees.

 

Also in this edition of the IMPACT Report:

  • Bill Tracking Updates: Governmental Accountability, Deregulation, Financial Literacy, and more
  • FICPA Town Hall Orlando – April 24

Sincerely

Justin Thames
Director of Governmental Affairs

News Round-Up
April 5th, 2019

FICPA Town Hall Orlando – April 24

The next FICPA Town Hall is coming soon! Join the FICPA for an exclusive night of fun & an opportunity to engage with members. A sneak peek into what’s in store…

  • Free for FICPA members to attend
  • Free cocktails, beer, and wine
  • Hors d’oeuvres and entertainment

The meeting will feature a special message from FICPA CEO, Deborah Curry, as she recaps the latest developments in the profession and a presentation by  Bob O’Malley, VP of Government Affairs for Brightline.

Click Here to Register

Florida CPA/PAC Needs You DONATE ONLINE

The FICPA dues renewal season is rapidly approaching – be sure to keep the CPA/PAC in mind as your dues invoices arrive! Your donations support our efforts to educate elected officials on issues impacting CPAs and advance pro-CPA, pro-business policies. You can donate to the CPA/PAC at the same time you renew your membership. Help us maintain our momentum and keep CPAs at the top of legislators’ minds!

 

Please note: contributions are strictly voluntary and are not deductible for federal tax purposes. The Florida CPA/PAC is an entity completely separate from the FICPA. The Florida CPA/PAC is supported solely by the voluntary contributions of members of the FICPA and others

Impact Report 8: Tracking Financial Literacy, Blockchain Bills & more

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Impact Report 8: Tracking Financial Literacy, Blockchain Bills & more


As week 4 of the Legislative Session concludes (we call it “Moving Week”), the FICPA Governmental Affairs team continues to track various bills in order to keep CPAs up to speed on how these developments could affect the profession.

Also in this edition of the IMPACT Report:

  • Bill Tracking Updates: Financial Literacy, Blockchain, Taxation, and more

Sincerely

Justin Thames
Director of Governmental Affairs

Florida CPA/PAC Needs You DONATE ONLINE

The FICPA dues renewal season is rapidly approaching – be sure to keep the CPA/PAC in mind as your dues invoices arrive! Your donations support our efforts to educate elected officials on issues impacting CPAs and advance pro-CPA, pro-business policies. You can donate to the CPA/PAC at the same time you renew your membership. Help us maintain our momentum and keep CPAs at the top of legislators’ minds!

 

Please note: contributions are strictly voluntary and are not deductible for federal tax purposes. The Florida CPA/PAC is an entity completely separate from the FICPA. The Florida CPA/PAC is supported solely by the voluntary contributions of members of the FICPA and others

Impact Report 7: Tax Scams, "Ok" to Smoke, and more

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Impact Report 7: Tax Scams, "Ok" to Smoke, and more


The first bill of the 2019 legislative session has passed and been signed into law; meanwhile, lawmakers continue to advance bills through the various committees & subcommittees. The FICPA Governmental Affairs team is tracking them all in order to keep CPAs up to speed on how these developments could affect the profession.

Also in this edition of the IMPACT Report:

  • IRS issues 2019 “Dirty Dozen” tax scams
  • Governor DeSantis says “Ok” to smoke
  • House and Senate Release Budget Proposals
  • Bill Tracking Updates: Regulation, Taxation, Blockchain, and more

Sincerely

Justin Thames
Director of Governmental Affairs

Florida CPA/PAC Needs You DONATE ONLINE

The FICPA dues renewal season is rapidly approaching – be sure to keep the CPA/PAC in mind as your dues invoices arrive! Your donations support our efforts to educate elected officials on issues impacting CPAs and advance pro-CPA, pro-business policies. You can donate to the CPA/PAC at the same time you renew your membership. Help us maintain our momentum and keep CPAs at the top of legislators’ minds!

 

Please note: contributions are strictly voluntary and are not deductible for federal tax purposes. The Florida CPA/PAC is an entity completely separate from the FICPA. The Florida CPA/PAC is supported solely by the voluntary contributions of members of the FICPA and others

Impact Report 6: New Legislative Updates

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Impact Report 6: New Legislative Updates


Now that the first week of session is behind us, lawmakers are starting the process of advancing bills through the various committees & subcommittees. The FICPA Governmental Affairs team is tracking them all in order to keep CPAs up to speed on how these developments could affect the profession.

Also in this edition of the IMPACT Report:

  • New Bill Tracking Updates: Deregulation, Taxation, Blockchain, and more
  • FICPA Key Person Contacts Make a Difference

Sincerely

Justin Thames
Director of Governmental Affairs

Florida CPA/PAC Needs You DONATE ONLINE

The FICPA dues renewal season is rapidly approaching – be sure to keep the CPA/PAC in mind as your dues invoices arrive! Your donations support our efforts to educate elected officials on issues impacting CPAs and advance pro-CPA, pro-business policies. You can donate to the CPA/PAC at the same time you renew your membership. Help us maintain our momentum and keep CPAs at the top of legislators’ minds!

 

Please note: contributions are strictly voluntary and are not deductible for federal tax purposes. The Florida CPA/PAC is an entity completely separate from the FICPA. The Florida CPA/PAC is supported solely by the voluntary contributions of members of the FICPA and others

Impact Report 5: Kicking off the new session

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Impact Report 5: Kicking off the new session


The next regular session of the Florida Legislature starts on March 5, and lawmakers have already filed hundreds of bills. The FICPA Governmental Affairs team has already reviewed them all, and this week’s video update covers several that CPAs should note.

Also in this edition of the IMPACT Report:

  • New Bill Tracking Updates
  • Governor DeSantis’ State of the State Address
  • Florida TaxWatch: State of the Taxpayer Dinner
  • IRS Video Tax Tip: Child Tax Credit and Credit for Other Dependents

Sincerely

Justin Thames
Director of Governmental Affairs

Florida CPA/PAC Needs You DONATE ONLINE

The 2019 legislative session has started, and the Florida CPA/PAC needs your support to make sure the CPA profession is represented in Tallahassee. Your voluntary contributions help us educate lawmakers on the issues that matter to CPAs as they consider hundreds of legislative and regulatory developments making their way through the legislative process. Click here to donate.

 

Please note: contributions are strictly voluntary and are not deductible for federal tax purposes. The Florida CPA/PAC is an entity completely separate from the FICPA. The Florida CPA/PAC is supported solely by the voluntary contributions of members of the FICPA and others

Impact Report 4: What to watch this legislative session

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Impact Report 4: What to watch this legislative session


The next regular session of the Florida Legislature starts on March 5, and lawmakers have already filed hundreds of bills. The FICPA Governmental Affairs team has already reviewed them all, and this week’s video update covers several that CPAs should note.

Also in this edition of the IMPACT Report:

  • FICPA member appointed to AICPA Tax Practice & Procedures Committee
  • 10 Big Issues to watch for during the 2019 Session

Sincerely

Justin Thames
Director of Governmental Affairs

Florida CPA/PAC Needs You DONATE ONLINE

Ensuring that the CPA profession has a voice in the 2018 elections is a top priority. The direction of the state has the potential to change dramatically with the entire Cabinet, half of the State Senate and the entire House of Representatives being on this year’s ballot. The Florida CPA/PAC works tirelessly to inform those running for office about the issues most important to our members. In order to be successful, we need your support. The annual fundraising campaign has officially kicked-off and you can do your part by sending in your pledge form that you recently received, making a contribution online or with your FICPA dues.

Please note: contributions are strictly voluntary and are not deductible for federal tax purposes. The Florida CPA/PAC is an entity completely separate from the FICPA. The Florida CPA/PAC is supported solely by the voluntary contributions of members of the FICPA and others
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