The National Federation of Independent Business unveiled two new digital tools to help small business owners, policymakers and the public in Ohio understand the economic impact of the 20% Small Business Tax Deduction.

Please urge Congress to retain the entity level deductibility of SALT for all pass-through entities, as originally intended by the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, approved by the IRS in Notice 2020-75 and currently in effect in Ohio with the IT 4738.

An executive order signed in March means the IRS will discontinue issuing paper checks for tax refunds as of Sept. 30.

Following in Ohio’s footsteps, Illinois unanimously passed a bill May 22 to create additional pathways to CPA licensure aimed at addressing the national accounting shortage. It now awaits the signature of Governor JB Pritzker.

OSCPA student ambassadors go above and beyond to help us spread the word about the many opportunities an accounting degree offers. This year, OSCPA celebrates the graduation of 13 ambassadors. Learn where our ambassadors are headed post-graduation.

OSCPA members and other key stakeholders gathered at the Spring Education & Workforce Partnership Event on May 14 to collaborate and discuss new strategies in the ongoing effort to fill the accounting talent pipeline in Ohio.

Congratulations to all the Ohio accounting students graduating this spring! We celebrate your hard work and dedication. And we send a special thank you to our incredible OSCPA student ambassador graduates!

May is Mental Health Awareness month, and it comes right after a time of year that can be mentally and emotionally challenging for CPAs. The most recent OSCPA Town Hall covered strategies to rebalance after the rush and lead in challenging times.

The current Ohio TechCred application period closes May 30 at 3:00 p.m. Don’t miss this opportunity to take advantage of a training reimbursement program unique to Ohio aimed to aid Ohio employers in building a stronger workforce.

Minnesota approved a bill May 19 to create additional pathways to CPA licensure, and it awaits the signature of Gov. Tim Walz. Ohio was the first state to pass legislation in January.

OSCPA’s delegation to AICPA Council joined President and CEO, Laura Hay, CPA, CAE, and Vice President of Government Relations Greg Saul, Esq., CAE, to advocate for the profession in Washington D.C. during meetings with Ohio’s Congressional delegation.

The U.S. House Ways & Means Committee approved Republicans’ sweeping tax package on May 14, after a marathon hearing in which they voted down several attempts by Democrats to rewrite the plan.

A summary of Ohio's legislative news for the week ending May 16, 2025.

While you might feel confident in your leadership style, circumstances can change and it’s helpful to recognize when you need to modify the way you lead to achieve your goals.

Erika Karl was locked into hustle-mode and realized life was passing her by. She will share her journey and present “The ROI of Inner Peace: How Rituals Create a Wealthier Life,” at the virtual 2025 Women, Wealth & Wellness Conference on July 17.

Twenty-two OSCPA members have been named to Forbes magazine’s 2025 Forbes Best-In-State CPAs list, a ranking produced by Forbes editorial staff to spotlight outstanding CPAs in public practice across the country.

Resumes are more than a list of experiences—they’re your personal brand on paper. Hiring managers skim through stacks of applications, so how can you make yours memorable? Here’s how to craft a resume that grabs attention and tells your story effectively.

A summary of Ohio's legislative news for the week ending May 9, 2025.

Hiring and retaining accounting talent is one of the top challenges facing the CPA profession. Learn about OSCPA's regulatory and legislative efforts aimed at removing barriers on the path to licensure for those interested in pursuing the CPA credential.

Stories about CPA pathways and licensure continued to capture OSCPA members’ attention in April. Here’s a rundown of the top 10 stories of the month.