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State UpdatesJun 7, 2026· 4 min read

Louisiana Enacts 120-Credit CPA Pathway (HB 548): What Candidates Need to Know

Governor Jeff Landry signed HB 548 into law on June 3, 2026, creating three pathways to CPA licensure and removing the 150-credit-hour requirement as the only route. The law also adds mobility practice privileges for out-of-state CPAs.

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State UpdatesJun 7, 2026· 4 min read

Missouri SB 1233 Would Add a 120-Credit CPA Pathway, Awaiting the Governor

Missouri SB 1233 passed both chambers and was delivered to Governor Mike Kehoe on May 28, 2026. The bill would add a 120-credit pathway to CPA licensure alongside the existing 150-hour route. It awaits the governor's signature as of June 7, 2026.

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State UpdatesJun 7, 2026· 4 min read

Vermont H.588 Would Add a 120-Credit CPA Pathway, Awaiting the Governor

Vermont H.588 passed the House and Senate on May 19, 2026 and was delivered to Governor Phil Scott on June 2. The bill would let candidates earn a CPA license with a bachelor's degree and two years of experience. It awaits the governor's action as of June 7, 2026.

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State UpdatesMay 19, 2026· 4 min read

West Virginia 120-Credit CPA Pathway Goes Live May 24 (HB 4088)

Governor Patrick Morrisey signed HB 4088 on March 3, 2026, creating three pathways to CPA licensure that replace the sole 150-hour requirement. The law takes effect May 24, 2026.

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State UpdatesMay 19, 2026· 5 min read

Four More States Add CPA Pathways Between March and May 2026

South Dakota, Nebraska, West Virginia, and Oklahoma each signed 120-credit CPA pathway legislation between February 25 and May 6, 2026. The four signings push the national count to 39 states.

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State UpdatesMay 13, 2026· 5 min read

Colorado Enacts 120-Credit CPA Pathway (SB 26-076): Three New Routes Effective January 2027

Governor Jared Polis signed SB 26-076 into law on May 4, 2026, creating three alternative pathways to CPA licensure effective January 1, 2027. The existing 150-credit pathway remains available.

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Exam NewsMay 13, 2026· 8 min read

What's Testable on REG and TCP Under OBBBA Starting July 2026?

OBBBA tax provisions become testable on REG and TCP starting July 1, 2026. Here's the specific content each section will cover, the provider material status, and a study strategy for July through September sitters.

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State UpdatesApr 28, 2026· 4 min read

Four States Add 120-Credit CPA Pathways in 19-Day April 2026 Stretch

Kentucky, Arizona, Kansas, and New Hampshire each signed 120-credit CPA pathway legislation between April 3 and April 22, 2026, pushing the national count to roughly 32 states.

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IndustryApr 17, 2026· 4 min read

Deloitte Cutting PTO, Parental Leave, and Pension for Internal Staff (Apr 2026)

Beginning January 2027, Deloitte is reducing PTO by 5-10 days, cutting parental leave from 16 to 8 weeks, and ending pension accruals and IVF reimbursement for employees in internal support roles.

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IndustryApr 17, 2026· 3 min read

IRS Filing Data Shows Average Refund Up 11% in 2026 — OBBBA Deductions Likely Driving the Increase (Apr 2026)

Through April 3, the average tax refund is $3,462 compared to $3,116 at the same point last year. Total refunds paid: $202.6 billion versus $179.5 billion in 2025.

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IndustryApr 17, 2026· 4 min read

One AI Accounting Startup Hit $1.15 Billion. Another Shut Down After 11 Years. (Apr 2026)

Basis raised $100M at a $1.15B valuation while Botkeeper closed its doors after 11 years. What the contrast tells CPA candidates about AI in the profession.

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State UpdatesApr 15, 2026· 4 min read

Maryland Signs 120-Credit CPA Pathway Into Law (HB 643)

Governor Wes Moore signed HB 643 on April 28, 2026, creating a third pathway to CPA licensure that takes effect October 1, 2026.

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State UpdatesApr 8, 2026· 4 min read

Wisconsin and Colorado Sign 120-Credit CPA Pathways Into Law (April-May 2026)

Wisconsin enacted its 120-credit CPA licensure pathway on April 3, 2026, and Colorado followed with SB26-076 signed by Gov. Polis on May 4, 2026.

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State UpdatesMar 25, 2026· 4 min read

Idaho Enacts 120-Credit CPA Pathway (HB 563): What Candidates Need to Know

Governor Brad Little signed HB 563 into law, creating a 120-credit alternative for CPA licensure in Idaho effective July 1, 2026. The existing 150-credit pathway remains available.

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Exam NewsMar 8, 2026· 5 min read

2026 CPA Score Release Dates: Complete Calendar

Full 2026 AICPA/NASBA score release schedule for all Core and Discipline sections, with key dates and what to expect after your exam.

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State UpdatesMar 8, 2026· 6 min read

120-Credit CPA Pathway: Which States Allow It in 2026?

46 states and the District of Columbia are now implementing or have enacted alternatives to the 150-credit-hour CPA requirement, with 21 pathways already active. Here is the complete landscape as of June 2026.

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Pricing & DealsMar 8, 2026· 4 min read

CPA Review Course Pricing: May 2026 Update

Current pricing for all major CPA review courses as of May 2026, including Becker, UWorld, Surgent, Gleim, and NINJA. Becker's June 2026 promotional schedule included.

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Exam NewsMar 8, 2026· 6 min read

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act Hits the CPA Exam July 1: What You Need to Know

Major tax law changes from the OBBBA become testable on REG and TCP starting July 1, 2026, and a separate FASB credit-loss change updates FAR the same day. If you are planning those sections, the clock is ticking.

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IndustryMar 8, 2026· 5 min read

The Accounting Shortage in 2026: What It Means for CPA Candidates

CPA candidates are down 27% over the past decade, but enrollment is rebounding and the 120-credit pathway is accelerating entry. Here is the current state of the pipeline.

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Exam NewsMar 8, 2026· 4 min read

CPA Exam Pass Rates: Full 2025 Results by Section

TCP leads at 77.7%, while FAR and BAR remain the hardest at ~42%. Here are the complete 2025 CPA exam pass rates and what they mean for your study strategy.

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Exam NewsMar 8, 2026· 4 min read

2026 CPA Exam Blueprint Updates: What Actually Changed

The AICPA updated the CPA exam blueprints effective January 1, 2026. Here is a section-by-section breakdown of what changed and what it means for your study plan.

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IndustryMar 8, 2026· 5 min read

CPA Salary & Hiring Outlook: What Candidates Can Expect in 2026

CPA-required roles take 73 days to fill, starting salaries are climbing, and firms are competing harder than ever for talent. Here is the salary and hiring landscape for 2026.

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IndustryMar 8, 2026· 5 min read

AI in Accounting: What CPA Candidates Need to Know in 2026

AI adoption at accounting firms jumped from 9% to 41% in a single year. Here is what the data says about how AI is reshaping the profession — and why it matters for anyone studying for the CPA exam right now.

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Exam NewsMar 8, 2026· 5 min read

CPA Exam Candidate Numbers Hit Record Low — But Recovery May Be Starting

NASBA data shows just 27,994 new CPA exam candidates in 2024 — the fewest on record. But enrollment in accounting programs is up 12.4%, and 14 states have adopted 120-credit pathways. Here is what the latest pipeline data tells us.

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Study Hub · Study Resources · 8 min read

Can I Use ChatGPT to Study for the CPA Exam?

The honest answer: yes, with serious caveats. Here's what AI gets wrong and how to use it without breaking your study plan.