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LA HB548
Bill
Status
2/26/2026
Primary Sponsor
Beau Beaullieu
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AI Summary
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Replaces "substantial equivalency" standard with "mobility practice privileges" for out-of-state CPAs to practice in Louisiana without obtaining a separate Louisiana license
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Creates three educational pathways for CPA certification: (1) bachelor's degree plus 30 additional semester hours with 1 year experience, (2) post-baccalaureate degree with 1 year experience, or (3) bachelor's degree with 2 years experience
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Requires board members be selected from diverse practice areas including tax, audit, and education
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Allows CPAs licensed in good standing in another state as of December 31, 2024 who already had Louisiana practice privileges to continue practicing without registering or paying fees
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Repeals the fee for out-of-state CPA notification under the former substantial equivalency provisions
Legislative Description
Provides for the regulation of certified public accountants and the State Board of Certified Public Accountants of Louisiana (OR SEE FISC NOTE SG RV)
ACCOUNTANTS/CPA
Last Action
Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on Commerce.
3/9/2026