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Accountancy
Due to the upcoming launch of the new CPA Examination beginning January 2024, under R 338.5110a(c), the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) / Bureau of Professional Licensing (BPL) has adopted the recommendation of the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) that any candidate with Uniform CPA Examination credit(s) on January 1, 2024 will have such credit(s) extended to June 30, 2025.
Overview
Michigan State Board of Accountancy
Accountancy Article 7 of Public Act 299 of 1980, as amended was created to license & regulate certified public accountants and public accounting firms.
Public Act 81 of 2018 - Law Change Impacting Requirements for Certified Accountants and Firms
In an effort to reduce the use of paper, effective January 1, 2022, licenses issued or renewed will only be sent electronically unless a paper copy of the license is requested during the application or renewal process.