CBA increases outreach and monthly Q&A to explain proposed licensure changes under 'assembly bill 11 75'

The California Board of Accountancy’s outreach team described a stepped-up engagement plan around “assembly bill 11 75,” including monthly live question-and-answer events, campus visits, short explanatory videos and infographics to help applicants and students understand potential changes to licensure requirements.

Outreach staff reported the CBA attended California State University, San Bernardino on May 8 and participated in the Beta Alpha Psi spring banquet. More than 75 students and local firm representatives attended; staff subsequently confirmed attendance was about 100. Board member Nancy J. Corrigan participated at the CSUSB event and staff provided transcript reviews and guidance on how coursework may align with licensure requirements.

The CBA has hosted two live Q&A events since the last meeting and plans monthly sessions; staff said one was held on Instagram (April 4) and another on Webex (May 2). The team is producing a short-video series that explains key changes the bill would make—staff released two videos that cover the new licensure effective date and changes to education requirements—and will produce infographics that compare degree options and pathways.

Outreach staff also introduced a newly hired outreach coordinator, Mick Murray, and reported growth across social platforms; LinkedIn in particular showed notable increases in reposts and comments tied to AB 11 75 outreach.

Board members said they have seen increased engagement at campus events and on social media and thanked staff for the work to make legislative changes clearer to students and applicants.