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House passes bill widening pathways to CPA licensure and easing mobility rules

3281120 · May 12, 2025
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The Oregon House approved Senate Bill 797, a Board of Accountancy–requested measure that creates a new bachelor-level pathway to CPA licensure, clarifies reciprocity and mobility rules, and broadens eligibility for appointment to the state board.

The Oregon House of Representatives on Thursday passed Senate Bill 797, a measure requested by the Oregon Board of Accountancy that changes requirements for certified public accountant (CPA) and public accountant licensure and updates board appointment eligibility.

Supporters said the bill is intended to address a shrinking CPA pipeline and improve workforce mobility. Representative Choetzen urged members to support the measure, saying it would “create an additional CPA lisonbee pathway, to include a bachelor level…

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