Impact Report 13: End of Session in Sight
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-UpMay 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
Bill Tracking
Referred to Business and Professions Subcomm...
Referred to Community Affairs; Commerce and Tourism; Rules. Received
Learn MoreReferred to Commerce and Tourism...
CS by Finance and Tax read 1st time; Now in Appropriations
Learn MoreReferred to Civil Justice Subcomm..
CS/CS/CS by Judiciary Committee read 1st time; Placed on Calendar
Learn MoreReferred to Local, Federal and Vet...
Referred to Community Affairs; Commerce and Tourism; Appropriations. Received
Learn MoreReferred to Business and Profess...
Referred to Innovation, Industry, and Technology; Governmental Oversight and Accountability and Rules. Received
Learn MoreReferred to Commerce and Tour...
Substituted CS/CS/HB 1009. Laid on Table, refer to CS/CS/HB 1009
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Impact Report 12: Last Week of Session
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-UpApril 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
Bill Tracking
Referred to Business and Professions Subcomm...
Referred to Community Affairs; Commerce and Tourism; Rules. Received
Learn MoreReferred to Education; Rules
Placed on Calendar, on 2nd reading; CS by Rules read 1st time
Learn MoreReferred to Commerce and Tourism...
CS by Finance and Tax read 1st time; Now in Appropriations
Learn MoreReferred to Civil Justice Subcomm..
CS/CS/CS by Judiciary Committee read 1st time; Placed on Calendar
Learn MoreReferred to Local, Federal and Vet...
Referred to Community Affairs; Commerce and Tourism; Appropriations. Received
Learn MoreReferred to Business and Profess...
Referred to Innovation, Industry, and Technology; Governmental Oversight and Accountability and Rules. Received
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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!
Impact Report 11: Budget Negotiations Heating Up
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-UpApril 19th, 2019
Florida Senate Continues to Move Wayfair Bill Forward
Governor Desantis Celebrates First 100 Days
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.
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
Bill Tracking
Referred to Business and Professions Subcomm...
In Messages. Referred to Community Affairs; Commerce and Tourism; Rules
Learn MoreReferred to Banking and Insuran...
On Committee agenda-- Rules, 04/23/19, 2:00 pm, 110 Senate Building
Learn MoreReferred to Education; Rules
Placed on Calendar, on 2nd reading; CS by Rules read 1st time
Learn MoreReferred to Commerce and Tourism...
Pending reference review under Rule 4.7(2) - (Committee Substitute)
Learn MoreReferred to Civil Justice Subcomm..
CS/CS/CS by Judiciary Committee read 1st time; Placed on Calendar
Learn MoreReferred to Local, Federal and Vet...
In Messages. Referred to Community Affairs; Commerce and Tourism; Appropriations
Learn MoreReferred to Business and Profess...
Referred to Innovation, Industry, and Technology; Governmental Oversight and Accountability and Rules; Received -SJ 329
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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!
Impact Report 10: House Introduces Tax Package
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-UpApril 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.
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
Bill Tracking
Referred to Business and Professions Subcomm...
Read 2nd time; Amendment(s) failed (366869); Placed on 3rd reading
Learn MoreReferred to Banking and Insuran...
Now in Rules; CS by Innovation, Industry, and Technology read 1st time
Learn MoreReferred to Community Affairs; Rules
Substituted for CS/HB 7035; Read 2nd time; Placed on 3rd reading
Learn MoreReferred to Education; Rules
Placed on Calendar, on 2nd reading; CS by Rules read 1st time
Learn MoreReferred to Commerce and Tourism...
Favorable by Commerce and Tourism; YEAS 5 NAYS 0. Now in Finance and Tax
Learn MoreReferred to Business and Profess...
Referred to Innovation, Industry, and Technology; Governmental Oversight and Accountability and Rules; Received -SJ 329
Learn MoreAwaiting Committee Reference
Referred to Ways and Means Committee; Appropriations Committee -HJ 379
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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!
Impact Report 9: House & Senate Budget Proposals + FICPA Town Hall
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-UpApril 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.
Bill Tracking
Referred to Business and Professions Subcomm...
CS/CS/CS by Commerce Committee read 1st time. Placed on Calendar
Learn MoreReferred to Health Quality Subcomm...
CS/CS/CS by Commerce Committee read 1st time. Placed on Calendar
Learn MoreReferred to Banking and Insuran...
Now in Rules; CS by Innovation, Industry, and Technology read 1st time
Learn MoreReferred to Commerce and Tourism...
Favorable by Commerce and Tourism; YEAS 5 NAYS 0. Now in Finance and Tax
Learn MoreReferred to Civil Justice Subcomm..
CS/CS by Commerce Committee read 1st time; Now in Judiciary Committee
Learn MoreReferred to Local, Federal and Vet...
Favorable by State Affairs Committee, 18 YEAS 0 NAYS; Placed on the Calendar, on 2nd reading
Learn MoreAwaiting Committee Reference
Filed; Referred to Ways and Means Committee; Appropriations Committee
Learn More
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!
Impact Report 8: Tracking Financial Literacy, Blockchain Bills & more
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
Bill Tracking
Referred to Business and Professions Subcomm...
CS/CS/CS by Commerce Committee read 1st time. Placed on Calendar
Learn MoreReferred to Health Quality Subcomm...
CS/CS/CS by Commerce Committee read 1st time. Placed on Calendar
Learn MoreReferred to Banking and Insuran...
Favorable by Banking and Insurance; YEAS 7 NAYS 0. Now in Innovation, Industry, and Technology
Learn MoreReferred to Education; Rules
On Committee agenda-- Rules, 02/20/19, 4:00 pm, 110 Senate Building --Temporarily Postponed
Learn MoreReferred to Commerce and Tourism...
Favorable by Commerce and Tourism; YEAS 5 NAYS 0. Now in Finance and Tax
Learn MoreReferred to Local, Federal and Vet...
Favorable by State Affairs Committee, 18 YEAS 0 NAYS; Placed on the Calendar, on 2nd reading
Learn MoreAwaiting Committee Reference
Favorable by Government Operations and Technology Appropriations Subcommittee; YEAS 8 NAYS 3. Now in Commerce Committee
Learn MoreReferred to Business and Profess...
Filed; Referred to Ways and Means Committee; Appropriations Committee
Learn MoreAwaiting Committee Reference
Filed; Referred to Ways and Means Committee; Appropriations Committee
Learn MoreReferred to Commerce and Tour...
Pending reference review under Rule 4.7(2) - (Committee Substitute); Now in Appropriations Subcommittee on Transportation, Tourism, and Economic Development
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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!
Impact Report 7: Tax Scams, "Ok" to Smoke, and more
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
News Round-UpMarch 25th, 2019
IRS issues 2019 “Dirty Dozen” tax scams
As it has done for several years now, the IRS issued an updated list of “Dirty Dozen” tax scams for 2019. For the third year in a row one of the biggest scams is phishing attempts. Phone scams also figure prominently, with criminals making threatening phone calls to innocent taxpayers. Read the full list here.
Governor DeSantis says “Ok” to smoke
Last Monday, Governor DeSantis signed the first bill passed during the legislative session into law. The bill reversed a ban on smoking marijuana for medical reasons. Read more here.
House and Senate Release Budget Proposals
Last week, both the Senate and the House of Representative unveiled their budget proposals for the 2019 Session. The two are roughly $400 million apart, see the major differences here.
Bill Tracking
Referred to Business and Professions Subcomm...
CS by Commerce Committee; YEAS 18 NAYS 5. Pending review of CS under Rule 7.18(c)
Learn MoreReferred to Banking and Insuran...
Favorable by Banking and Insurance; YEAS 7 NAYS 0; Now in Innovation, Industry, and Technology
Learn MoreReferred to Education; Rules
On Committee agenda-- Rules, 02/20/19, 4:00 pm, 110 Senate Building --Temporarily Postponed
Learn MoreReferred to Commerce and Tourism...
Favorable by Commerce and Tourism; YEAS 5 NAYS 0. Now in Finance and Tax
Learn MoreReferred to Civil Justice Subcomm..
On Committee agenda-- Commerce Committee, 03/21/19, 12:00 pm, Webster Hall -- Temporarily postponed
Learn MoreReferred to Local, Federal and Vet...
Favorable by Ways and Means Committee; YEAS 13 NAYS 2; Now in State Affairs Committee
Learn MoreAwaiting Committee Reference
On Committee agenda-- Government Operations and Technology Appropriations Subcommittee, 03/26/19, 12:00 pm, Morris Hall
Learn MoreAwaiting Committee Reference
Filed; Referred to Ways and Means Committee; Appropriations Committee
Learn MoreReferred to Commerce and Tour...
On Committee agenda-- Judiciary, 03/25/19, 4:00 pm, 110 Senate Building
Learn More
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!
Impact Report 6: New Legislative Updates
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
News Round-Up
FICPA KPCs Make a Difference
The FICPA Key Person Contact (KPC) program identifies members with contacts in Florida Legislature to help us advocate on behalf of the profession. KPCs help us to quickly transmit information to legislators and also report credible information about proposed or pending state legislation. “I’ve been a Key Person Contact for more than 25 state legislators over the past 30 years. Relationships matter, particularly in politics. If our political relationships falter, so will our businesses. We can’t afford to not be engaged,” –Joey Epstein, past President of FICPA and current Florida CPA/PAC Director.
If you have any local legislative contacts, you can register as a KPC here.
Bill Tracking
Referred to Business and Professions Subcomm...
PCS on Committee agenda-- State Affairs Committee, 03/14/19, 8:30 am, Morris Hall
Learn MoreReferred to Health Quality Subcomm...
CS/CS by Health Quality Subcommittee; YEAS 12 NAYS 0
Learn MoreReferred to Community Affairs; Rules
Favorable by- Rules; YEAS 16 NAYS 0. Placed on Calendar, on 2nd reading
Learn MoreReferred to Education; Rules
On Committee agenda-- Rules, 02/20/19, 4:00 pm, 110 Senate Building --Temporarily Postponed
Learn MoreReferred to Commerce and Tourism...
Favorable by Commerce and Tourism; YEAS 5 NAYS 0. Now in Finance and Tax
Learn MoreReferred to Civil Justice Subcomm..
CS by Civil Justice Subcommittee read 1st time -HJ 373
Learn MoreReferred to Local, Federal and Vet...
CS by Local, Federal and Veterans Affairs Subcommittee; YEAS 12 NAYS 1
Learn MoreReferred to Business and Profess...
On Committee agenda-- Commerce Committee, 03/14/19, 9:00 am, Webster Hall
Learn MoreAwaiting Committee Reference
CS by Commerce and Tourism; YEAS 5 NAYS 0. Pending reference review under Rule 4.7(2) - (Committee Substitute)
Learn MoreReferred to Commerce and Tour...
On Committee agenda-- Commerce and Tourism, 03/11/19, 1:30 pm, 110 Senate Building
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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!
Impact Report 5: Kicking off the new session
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
News Round-Up
Governor DeSantis’ State of the State Address
On March 5th, the first day of the legislative session, Governor Ron DeSantis delivered his first State of the State Address. His priorities focused heavily on the environment and education, emphasizing that lawmakers needed to be bold. “Be bold in championing economic opportunity, be bold in protecting Florida’s environment, be bold in improving education, be bold in defending the safety of our communities. Be bold, because while perfection is not attainable, if we aim high, we can achieve excellence,” said DeSantis. You can read his speech in its entirety here: https://flgov.com/2019/03/05/governor-desantis-state-of-the-state-address/
Florida TaxWatch: State of the Taxpayer Dinner
(Senate President Bill Galvano)
(Jennifer Green, Liberty Partner of Florida; Steve Stevens, Thomas Howell Ferguson, Justin Thames, FICPA, Ritch Heitmeyer, Carroll & Co; Suncana Cvjetkovic, Deloitte; Deborah Curry, FICPA; Amy Kistka, Deloitte; Dawn Woods, EY; Ken Thomas, EY; Senator George Lemieux, Gunster)
(Attorney General Ashley Moody)
On March 6th, the FICPA attended the annual Florida TaxWatch “State of the Taxpayer” dinner in Tallahassee. For nearly 40 years, the event has served as an opportunity to highlight state issues affecting taxpayers and key policy makers who are impacting the states tax climate. This year, several of Florida’s Cabinet and legislative leaders were in attendance to speak to the sold out crowd. Florida’s Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis and Attorney General Ashley Moody both highlighted their efforts to combat fraud in the state and the other priorities they would be looking to accomplish during the 60 legislative session. Representing the legislature, Senate President Bill Galvano, Representative Paul Renner, and Majority Leader Dane Eagle, all shared a common message of keeping Florida’s taxes low and having a pro business environment. The FICPA sponsors this event each year and attends with several of our members from across the state. To Learn More about Florida TaxWatch, visit their website here.
IRS Video Tax Tip: Child Tax Credit and Credit for Other Dependents
Bill Tracking
Referred to Business and Professions Subcomm...
Introduced -HJ 22 ; CS by Business and Professions Subcommittee read 1st time
Learn MoreReferred to Health Quality Subcomm...
Introduced -HJ 52 ; CS by Business and Professions Subcommittee read 1st time
Learn MoreReferred to Education; Rules
On Committee agenda -- Rules, 02/20/19, 4:00 pm, 110 Senate Building -- Temporarily Postponed
Learn MoreReferred to Commerce and Tourism...
On Committee agenda-- Commerce and Tourism, 03/11/19, 1:30 pm, 110 Senate Building
Learn MoreReferred to Business and Profess...
Favorable by Oversight, Transparency and Public Management Subcommittee; YEAS 14 NAYS 0. Now in Commerce Committee
Learn MoreReferred to Commerce and Tour...
On Committee agenda-- Commerce and Tourism, 03/11/19, 1:30 pm, 110 Senate Building
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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.
Impact Report 4: What to watch this legislative session
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
News Round-Up
Shinn appointed to AICPA Tax Practice & Procedures Committee
FICPA member Byron Shinn was appointed to the AICPA Tax Practice and Procedures Committee this week. His service on the committee officially begins on May 21 for 2019-2020 volunteer service year. As part of the AICPAs Tax Division, the committee is tasked with monitoring the tax landscape, identifying emerging issues and developing communications, tools and practice aids for members in technical, ethical, practice management, and procedural tax areas. An FICPA member since 1981, Shinn has served as Chair of the FICPA Federal Tax Committee and multiple other technical committees. He also served previously as Chairman of the Florida Board of Accountancy under then Governor Jeb Bush. “We are thrilled that Byron has been selected to serve on the AICPAs Tax Committee. He brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the committee that we have already seen at the FICPA. He will represent Florida CPAs well during his tenure,” said FICPA Director of Government Affairs Justin Thames.
10 Big Issues to watch for during the 2019 Session
Floridapolitics.com reviews some of the biggest issues facing legislators as they enter the 2019 regular session. // Read More
Bill Tracking
Referred to Business and Professions Subcomm...
Passed Business and Professions Subcommittee, YEAS 9 NAYS 5; Now in State Affairs Committee
Learn MoreReferred to Education; Rules
On Committee agenda -- Rules, 02/20/19, 4:00 pm, 110 Senate Building -- Temporarily Postponed
Learn More
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.