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Introduced
11/04/2025
11/04/2025
In Committee
11/12/2025
11/12/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An act relating to public accountancy; amending s. 473.301, F.S.; making a technical change regarding the purpose of ch. 473, F.S.; amending s. 473.302, F.S.; deleting the definition of the term "Uniform Accountancy Act"; amending s. 473.3035, F.S.; authorizing the Board of Accountancy to competitively procure contracted services with certain corporations not for profit for the performance of certain duties assigned to the Division of Certified Public Accounting of the Department of Business and Professional Regulation; authorizing the board to rescind such contracted services at any time by a majority vote; amending s. 473.306, F.S.; conforming a cross-reference; making a technical change; amending s. 473.308, F.S.; revising the education and work experience requirements for a certified public accountant license; directing the board to prescribe specified coursework for licensure; revising requirements for licensure by endorsement; revising requirements for licensure of international applicants; deleting obsolete language; amending s. 473.312, F.S.; revising requirements for the approval of providers who administer continuing education on ethics for certified public accountants; requiring the hb333-00 board to give preference to certain providers; amending s. 473.3141, F.S.; revising requirements for certified public accountants licensed in another state or a territory of the United States to practice in this state without obtaining a license; reenacting s. 473.311(1)(b), F.S., relating to renewal of license, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 473.312, F.S., in references thereto; providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill modifies Florida's public accountancy laws by making several key changes to licensure, education, and professional requirements for certified public accountants (CPAs). The bill updates the purpose of public accountancy regulation, removes references to the Uniform Accountancy Act, and allows the Board of Accountancy to competitively procure services from non-profit corporations. It revises education requirements for CPA licensure, expanding options for applicants by allowing multiple paths to meet educational criteria, such as holding a bachelor's or master's degree in accounting or finance, or completing specific coursework prescribed by the board. The bill also modifies work experience requirements, with different experience lengths depending on the educational path, and clarifies good moral character standards for licensure. Additionally, the legislation updates continuing education rules, requiring 5% of continuing education hours to focus on ethics and giving preference to certain professional associations when approving education providers. The bill also simplifies requirements for out-of-state and international CPAs seeking to practice in Florida, making it easier for licensed professionals from other states or territories to provide accounting services. These changes aim to modernize and streamline professional standards for accountants while maintaining rigorous qualification criteria.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
1st Reading (Original Filed Version) (on 01/13/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/333 |
| BillText | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/333/BillText/Filed/PDF |
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