News

The WVSCPA continues to keep its members and the public up–to–date on issues related to the accounting profession, whether it be general news about or affecting the profession, accounting and tax code updates, legislative issues, press releases, helpful news for consumers, or more.

Feb 6 2019

Huntington chamber gives Barry Burgess its top volunteer award

Barry Burgess, CPA, WVSCPA Past President and Managing Partner at Somerville & Company, received the Huntington Regional Chamber of Commerce's top volunteer award during the organization's 14th annual Awards Luncheon.
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Jan 31 2019

Occupational Licensing Consumer Choice Act (SB 492) was introduced to the Senate

Like it’s mirror bill, HB 2697, the purpose of this bill is to create the Occupational Licensing Consumer Choice Act to allow persons to work for employers or consumers without first obtaining a professional license.
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Jan 28 2019

The Occupational Licensing Consumer Choice Act (HB 2697) Introduced to the House

The purpose of this bill is to create the Occupational Licensing Consumer Choice Act to allow persons to work for employers or consumers without first obtaining a professional license.
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Jan 25 2019

AICPA Letter to Treasury and IRS Highlights Challenges of Government Shutdown on Taxpayers and Practitioners

The West Virginia Society of CPAs are receiving questions from members about the impact of the government shutdown on the IRS.
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Jan 24 2019

2019 AICPA Leadership Academy

If you have future leaders in your company or firm, encourage them to apply to be one of 38 exceptional emerging leaders in the accounting profession.
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Jan 23 2019

IRS user-fee hearing canceled due to shutdown

The IRS is currently unable to reschedule this event.
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Jan 10 2019

Flat Rate Pricing on UPS Shipping for Members

WVSCPA members now have access to new and improved flat rate pricing - no matter how much you ship, when you ship, or where it’s going.
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Dec 17 2018

2019 standard mileage rates announced

The optional standard mileage rates for business use of a vehicle will increase significantly in 2019, after increasing slightly last year, the IRS announced.
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Dec 5 2018

2019 Guidebook to West Virginia Taxes Now Available

The West Virginia Society of Certified Public Accountants is pleased to announce publication of the 2019 Guidebook to West Virginia Taxes as an e-book that is available to the public, at no charge.
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Nov 29 2018

AICPA and NASBA consider changes in CPA licensure

The American Institute of CPAs and the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy have set up a working group to explore possible changes in how CPAs are licensed and the kinds of skills needed for the license.
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