Bill > SB2830

This bill revises the requirements for individuals to become Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) in Mississippi and for out-of-state CPAs to practice in the state. For those seeking a CPA license in Mississippi, the bill clarifies that a baccalaureate or higher degree is required to sit for the CPA examination, with specific pathways for meeting the total educational hours and accounting concentration requirements. It also mandates passing all sections of the Uniform CPA Examination and gaining a specified amount of relevant work experience, which varies based on the educational path taken, before a CPA license can be issued. For CPAs licensed in other states who wish to practice in Mississippi, the bill updates the criteria for obtaining "practice privileges," aligning them with the new educational and experience standards, while also grandfathering in those who already held practice privileges before a certain date. The bill also clarifies that individuals exercising these practice privileges are subject to Mississippi's regulations and disciplinary actions.

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https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2026/pdf/history/SB/SB2830.xml