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Week in Review: Nov. 3, 2024

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Gov. Mike DeWine's administration announced Monday the approval of assistance for six projects expected to create 415 new jobs and retain 1,118 jobs statewide.

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ODT sent errant refunds; seeking money back

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ODT recently informed OSCPA that a small number of taxpayers received refunds or increases to credit carryforward amounts that should not have occurred.

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Remember to vote on Tuesday!

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If you haven’t cast your vote yet for the 2024 General Election, your last chance to do so is this Tuesday.

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OSCPA's Legislative Priorities

Ensure you're dialed in on the issues that matter by taking a look at OSCPA's legislative agenda. 

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We promote and protect your license

  • Protected Ohio CPAs from efforts to water down the credential
  • Prevented a dramatic increase in hours for license reactivation
  • Ensured that CPAs can serve the medical marijuana industry without licensure risk
  • Guarded CPAs from frivolous lawsuits 

We promote and protect your profession

  • Advocating for common-sense audit quality regulation
  • Pushing for simplification and consistency in professional standards
  • Shaping the future of the profession by advancing key issues, such as diversity, equity and inclusion; adopting micro learning (first in the nation to do so); and pushing to allow students to sit for CPA Exam sooner (120 vs 150 hours).
  • Ensured that CPAs were deemed an "essential service" during stay-at-home order
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"As a legislator and member myself, I’ve found a great partner in OSCPA. I’ve joined forces with The Ohio Society multiple times to make sure legislation—especially issues impacting Ohio businesses—is as fair, simple and predictable as possible." State Representative Bill Roemer, CPA, Ohio House District 38 Ohio Legislator

"The Ohio Society of CPAs has always been one of the most respected and highly effective business lobbying groups in Columbus. They always bring incredible expertise and strong political clout to the table. Even if they don’t always agree, state legislators and statewide officials respect and value OSCPA’s important voice." Roger Geiger, Vice President State Executive Director, NFIB Ohio Business Leader

"OSCPA’s powerful advocacy efforts protect the integrity of the CPA license and profession. Nobody else has our backs like OSCPA and the Ohio CPA/PAC." Ranjan Manoranjan, CPA, Principal, Prime AE Group, Inc. OSCPA Member

"My Ohio CPA/PAC contribution helps ensure OSCPA can represent me at events throughout the year so that my voice is heard." Crystal Faulkner, CPA Partner, MCM CPAs & Advisors OSCPA Member

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The Ohio Society of CPAs is your leading partner and influential voice for a thriving business environment. But we can't do it alone. Your involvement makes a difference and ensures that, together, we make the greatest impact. 

Letter Writing Program

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We make it easy to contact your elected officials. OSCPA's letter-writing program provides draft messages that you can send "as is" or customize for greater impact.

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Support the Ohio CPA/PAC

Ensure your voice is heard and that your interests are represented with elected leaders. Support Ohio CPA/PAC now!

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Key Contact Program

Educate state and local legislators on the issues affecting you, your business or your clients.

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Legislation We're Following

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We keep our finger on the legislative pulse to ensure we're dialed in on the issues that matter most to you, your business or your clients.

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Find Your Elected Officials

OSCPA makes finding your elected officials easy. Simply enter your name and home address to display your federal legislators.

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Tax News & Resources

Get up-to-date tax reform news and information. We have you covered with our latest tax-related offerings, guides, tax forms, practice aides and more!

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Meet the OSCPA Government Relations Team

 

Scott Wiley, CAE

Scott Wiley, CAE
President & CEO

Laura Hay, CPA
Executive Vice President

Barb Benton

Barbara Benton, CAE
V.P., Government Relations

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Gregory Saul, Esq., CAE
Director, Tax Policy
   
To share your thoughts and insights on legislative and regulatory issues of concern to you,
contact OSCPA's Government Relations team.