Maryland lawmakers approve new pathway to CPA licensure
Once signed by Gov. Moore, the modernized licensure framework will take effect on Oct. 1
Maryland’s effort to add an additional pathway to CPA licensure has successfully crossed the finish line — with the MACPA providing critical support at every stop along the way.
House Bill 643, “Certified Public Accountants — Licensure — Qualifications,” moved out of the Senate’s Education, Energy, and the Environment Committee without opposition earlier this week and earned unanimous approval from the full Senate late Thursday. It had earned unanimous approval in the House in early March before crossing over to the Senate.
Sponsored by Dels. Kriselda Valderrama, Lily Qi, and William Wivell, the measure introduces a modernized licensure framework that preserves the existing 150-hour model while adding a new, experience-based pathway for CPA candidates.
The bill now awaits Gov. Wes Moore's signature, after which it will take effect on Oct. 1, 2026.
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