Advocacy

Oct 4, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

The Federal Reserve for the first time in four years cut the interest rate by 0.5 percentage points last month, which could not only stimulate the broader economy but also affect state budgets going forward, including Ohio’s.

Sep 27, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

The Ohio Department of Administrative Services recently shared with OSCPA that through Sept. 16 only 35% of current OH/ID users have completed required Ohio Business Gateway actions prior to an upcoming deadline.

Sep 27, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

Lt. Gov. Jon Husted told members of the InnovateOhio Executive Committee Tuesday that Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger had given him reassurances about the status of Intel's Ohio project amid recent developments, including that it and other Intel foundry operations will be shifted to an independent subsidiary.

Sep 26, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

At least once a year the ABO goes on the road to an Ohio college or university to meet directly with accounting students. The September 13 meeting was held at The Ohio State University and dozens of hopeful future CPAs attended.

Sep 22, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

Gov. Mike DeWine and the Ohio Department of Transportation announced that $15 million in grants will go to several cities and townships around Ohio to support roadway safety improvements and improved road signage.

Sep 20, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

Everything is at stake when it comes to federal tax legislation for the upcoming election, according to one tax expert.

Sep 20, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

This is the first application period where OSCPA members can take advantage of our recent partnership with MAX Technical Training by enrolling in TechCred-approved courses.

Sep 15, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

Lt. Gov. Jon Husted recently announced that nearly 1,000 Ohio high school students had taken part in the 2024 High School Tech Internship program, while also noting the application process for 2025 program intermediaries has opened.

Sep 13, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

Newly updated revenue forecasts for FY25 were close to the mark in August, with tax collections netting about half a percent more than expected, according to the OBM.

Sep 7, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

OSCPA reported that several individual states, including Ohio, are seriously exploring a variety of licensure reforms on their own to tackle the shrinking CPA pipeline.

Sep 6, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

The OBG on September 5 implemented a targeted enhancement for CPAs to simplify and streamline the User Access Request process within the OBG Portal.

Sep 6, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio highlighted Intel's projected 20-year, $20 billion contribution to state economic goals and Ohio Consumers' Counsel backing Wednesday in approving discounted electric rates for the company's future semiconductor facilities in Central Ohio.

Aug 23, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

The post-pandemic real estate landscape is still evolving, with Ohio's major cities experiencing shifts reflecting broader national office space demand trends.

Aug 23, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

The DeWine administration announced Monday that Dayton will be the site of Ohio's second innovation hub, a similar program to the innovation districts in Columbus, Cleveland and Cincinnati.

Aug 22, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

A federal court in Texas struck down the Federal Trade Commission’s proposed ban on non-compete agreements nationwide.

Aug 16, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

Population trends for Ohio could mean significant changes in the coming decades, said a State of Ohio demographics expert.

Aug 16, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

Gov. Mike DeWine's administration announced Thursday the approval of assistance for eight projects expected to create 1,664 new jobs and retain 2,201 jobs statewide.

Aug 15, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

The Ohio Society of CPAs is dedicated to upskilling the profession, and in pursuit of that goal has recently partnered with Max Technical Training to offer TechCred-approved courses that are eligible for CPE credits. 

Aug 9, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

State tax collections reached $2.1 billion in July, the first month of FY25, according to preliminary figures released Thursday by the Office of Budget and Management.

Aug 9, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

his group will provide feedback and participate in testing. On-site system testing is planned for the last few weeks of September, with multiple dates and times available.