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MACPA monitors state and federal legislative activity impacting CPAs and the regulation of the profession. View bill, analysis and status information.

Correspond With Your Legislator

The MACPA provides you with tips and advice for contacting your legislator

Decisions are made in Lansing and Washington, D.C., every day that affect the CPA profession. The MACPA is committed to high-quality government relations that collectively represents the profession's interests and protects the integrity of the CPA designation.

Michigan Business Tax Q&A Forum

With the pending implementation of the new Michigan Business Tax the MACPA is offering members the opportunity to ask state and local tax experts technical questions regarding the structure of the tax . More>

News from the Capitol

MACPA Endorses Passage of Service Tax Repeal: House Bill 5408, passed by the House of Representatives last week and currently awaiting Senate consideration, seeks to repeal the expanded...
Michigan Budget Agreement Reached: Michigan’s budget crisis was averted in the wee hours today, as legislators and the Governor agreed on a combination of tax increases and reforms...
MI Dept. of Treasury Launches MBT Web Site: The Michigan Department of Treasury has launched their Michigan Business Tax (MBT) website to provide tax practitioners with an informative...

Michigan Accountancy Reform

In 2005, Governor Jennifer Granholm signed a package of legislative bills that amend the Michigan Accountancy Act. The bills provide whistleblower protection for licensed CPAs and their employees; requires mandatory enrollment in a practice monitoring program for firms providing attest services; and increases enforcement of unlicensed activity. More>

Get Involved with MACPA Grassroots Initiatives

The effectiveness of any advocacy initiative determines the quality and quantity of a profession’s “grassroots” programs. The MACPA grassroots events develop and enhance its relationships with Michigan legislators and regulators. More>

PAA Advisory

Read the weekly newsletter provided by PAA Associates, Inc., the MACPA’s lobbyist partner in Lansing.

Important Links

For the MACPA Government Relations Department please contact legislation@michcpa.org, 248.267.3700 or toll-free in Michigan at 888.877.4273.