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AICPA supports Accounting STEM Pursuit Act legislation

A bill introduced in the Senate would expand student awareness and access to educational opportunities in accounting via the technology portion of the science, technology, engineering, and math program.

Department of Education notice clarifies ‘professional’ degree definition

The notice of proposed rulemaking states that the exclusion of certain degree programs, including accounting, from the definition “does not reflect a value judgment” but rather serves as a technical term to define levels of federal student loan limits. An AICPA statement expressed appreciation for the “recognition of the broad definition and various aspects of the word ‘professional.’”

AICPA tax policy and advocacy successes: 2025 highlights

The AICPA’s Tax Division volunteer committees and technical resource panels can point to many positive results last year from its advocacy to Treasury, the IRS, and Congress for law changes and administrative guidance.

Why 2026 is another ‘big tax year’

Get an inside look at the AICPA’s tax advocacy focus, including improving taxpayer service and shaping IRS processes for a smoother filing season. Listen to the podcast episode or read the Q&A with the AICPA’s vice president–Tax Policy & Advocacy.

AICPA warns that merger of IRS offices would ‘confuse’ taxpayers

The proposed merger of the Office of Professional Responsibility and the Return Preparer Office would blur “the public’s ability to perceive the distinction between credentialed, uncredentialed, and unenrolled preparers,” the AICPA said in a letter.

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AI risks CPAs should know

Are you ready for the AI revolution in accounting? This JofA Technology Q&A article explores the top risks CPAs face—from hallucinations to deepfakes—and ways to mitigate them.

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Trust distributions in kind and the Sec. 643(e)(3) election

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Effects of the OBBBA on higher education

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Practical tax advice for businesses as a result of the OBBBA

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How a CPA and wealth adviser partnership can guide families through transition