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This bill relates to public accountancy and proposes several significant changes to how certified public accountants (CPAs) and public accountants are licensed and regulated in Oregon. The key provisions include: creating a new licensing framework that replaces the previous system of certificates and permits with a more streamlined license-based approach, modifying requirements for obtaining and maintaining professional licenses, expanding the Oregon Board of Accountancy's composition and authority, and updating various professional standards and regulations. Specifically, the bill introduces new pathways for obtaining CPA and public accountant licenses, including provisions for licensing by reciprocity and for CPAs from foreign countries, establishes new continuing education and peer review requirements, and provides the Board with enhanced disciplinary powers. The changes aim to modernize the state's accountancy regulations, improve professional standards, and provide more flexible licensing options for accounting professionals while maintaining rigorous qualifications and oversight.

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https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/SB797