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Advocacy Matters: INCPAS is Shaping the Future of Accounting Regulation

By February 9, 2026No Comments

By Sherrill Rude, CAE

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Responding to NASBA’s White Paper on Alternative Practice Structures and Private Equity

As members of the Indiana CPA Society, your collective advocacy plays a vital role in shaping the future of the accounting profession. When organizations such as NASBA (National Association of State Boards of Accountancy) release documents for comment, like the recent white paper on Alternative Practice Structures and Private Equity, it is the Society’s responsibility to ensure the profession’s voice is heard loud and clear.

By providing thoughtful responses and actively engaging with these developments, we help guide the evolution of professional standards. We remain committed to keeping the public interest at the forefront of all our efforts. Recognizing not every member has the time to respond to every discussion memo or exposure draft, you rely on our team of experts stepping in to represent you and ensure your perspectives are included in these important conversations.

The Role of the Government Relations Advisory Council

The Government Relations Advisory Council is at the heart of these advocacy efforts. The Council’s expertise and dedication enable us to address pressing regulatory issues that impact ethics, peer review and professional conduct within a rapidly changing business environment. By participating in ongoing dialogues with regulators and responding to documents such as the NASBA white paper, we not only can influence policy, but also reinforce the integrity and credibility of our profession.

Ensuring High Standards Amid New Developments

Our collaborative approach to advocacy ensures that new developments, including private equity investments and alternative practice structures, are met with appropriate safeguards and high professional standards. Through our unified efforts, we protect and advance the interests of the profession while serving our members, their clients and organizations, and the public at large.

Thank you for supporting INCPAS and our advocacy initiatives. Together, we are making a meaningful difference for our profession and the communities we serve.

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