The WSCPA's goal is to provide members with the most current news and advocacy resources. Find news and updates on a variety of issues such as legislation, proposals, and changes to regulation here on the WSCPA advocacy blog, All Things Advocacy.

All Things Advocacy

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    Budgets, Elections, and Deadlines, Oh My!

    by Ashley Kittrell | Nov 01, 2017
    Want to know more about the 2017 legislative session and special elections? WSCPA lobbyist Lisa Thatcher discusses the challenges that the Legislature faced this year as well as the special elections taking place on November 7th.
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    The Power of the CPAPAC

    by Ashley Kittrell | Oct 18, 2017
    The CPAPAC is one of the most powerful tools of WSCPA advocacy. CPAPAC Chairman Bill Simer explains how much of a difference your contribution makes.
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    Mobile Workforce Legislation Passes U.S. House, with Backing of Representative Heck

    by Washington Society of CPAs | Jun 26, 2017
    The U.S. House of Representatives has passed the Mobile Workforce State Income Tax Simplification Act of 2017, H.R. 1393, which is intended to simplify state income tax reporting and withholding rules for employees who sometimes work outside their home states.
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    Advocacy, Mindbugs, and Technology Threats

    by Kimberly Scott, CAE | Jan 30, 2017
    During the last few years the WSCPA leadership has made a concerted effort to visit each chapter in person and share an update on what has been happening in the profession. This year we took it a step further with local Disruption Tour events. Read on for a sense of how the WSCPA both protects and promotes the profession.
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    Together We Can Make a Difference

    by Kimberly Scott, CAE | Nov 29, 2016
    Are you are a business professional who is interested in how you can contribute and make a difference? Read this article to find out what's going on in Washington state, particularly with regards to the accounting profession, and how you can get involved.
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