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Our Most Recent Advocacy Win
  • Charitable Giving Bill

    Oct 23, 2026
    Gov. Shapiro signed SB 1183, now Act 104 of 2026, into law, easing costly audit requirements for smaller charities. Nonprofits can now spend more time and resources serving their communities, while larger organizations remain accountable.
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Independent Regulatory Review Commission (IRRC) Comments Echo PICPA Concerns on Proposed Corporate Tax Sourcing Regulation

Oct. 21, 2026

PICPA raises concerns on Pennsylvania's proposed corporate tax sourcing regulations, urging clarity and alignment with existing laws for better compliance.

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Member-Exclusive Content

Closing the Gap Between Firm Expectations and New Hires’ Abilities

New accounting hires are starting higher on the expectations ladder, but without many of the skills they would have honed when starting on a lower rung. This feature examines efforts intended to help firms and colleges identify and address this gap.

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Deciphering a Tax Footnote for Non-Tax People

Tax footnotes are one of the most complex sections of the financial statement. This column provides a practical framework for knowing which questions to ask and when to spot numbers that may deserve a closer look.

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Legislative Update - Week Ending Oct. 23, 2026

Senate Bill 1183 signed into law; Gov. Josh Shapiro signs AI advertising disclosure bill; Senate hearing examines 90-credit bachelor’s degrees; and more.

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