Maryland SB34: Certified Public Accountants - Licensure - Qualifications

What the bill says

A bill ENTITLED AN ACT concerning Certified Public Accountants - Licensure - Qualifications FOR the purpose of altering certain educational and experiential qualifications for a license to practice certified public accountancy; and generally relating to licensure qualifications for certified public accountants. BY repealing and reenacting, with amendments, Article - Business Occupations and Professions Section 2-302 and 2-303 Annotated Code of Maryland (2018 Replacement Volume and 2025 Supplement).

From the introduced text, January 10, 2026:

A BILL ENTITLED AN ACT concerning Certified Public Accountants - Licensure - Qualifications FOR the purpose of altering certain educational and experiential qualifications for a license to practice certified public accountancy; and generally relating to licensure qualifications for certified public accountants. BY repealing and reenacting, with amendments, Article - Business Occupations and Professions Section 2-302 and 2-303 Annotated Code of Maryland (2018 Replacement Volume and 2025 Supplement) SECTION 1. BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF MARYLAND, That the Laws of Maryland read as follows: Article - Business Occupations and Professions 2-302. (a) To qualify for a license, an applicant shall be an individual who meets the requirements of this section. (b) The applicant shall be of good character and reputation. (c) The applicant shall be at least 18 years old. (d) The applicant shall meet the educational requirements under § 2-303 of this subtitle. EXPLANATION: CAPITALS INDICATE MATTER ADDED TO EXISTING LAW. [Brackets] indicate matter deleted from exist in g l aw . *sb0034* SENATE BILL (e) Except as otherwise provided in this subtitle, the applicant shall pass an examination given by the Board under this subtitle. (f) The applicant for an initial license shall complete practical work experience that is approved by the Board and that: (1) is obtained over a period and (ii) [1. not less …

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Sponsors

• Arthur Ellis (D, 28) · primary sponsor
• Brian Feldman (D, SD-015)

Latest actions

1. January 27, 2026: Hearing 2/05 at 1:00 p.m.
2. January 14, 2026: First Reading Education, Energy, and the Environment
3. October 31, 2025: Pre-filed

Common questions

What is SB34?

SB34 is a bill in the Maryland Legislature (2026 Regular Session): Certified Public Accountants - Licensure - Qualifications.

What does SB34 do?

In its own words: A bill ENTITLED AN ACT concerning Certified Public Accountants - Licensure - Qualifications FOR the purpose of altering certain educational and experiential qualifications for a license to practice certified public accountancy; and generally relating to licensure qualifications for certified public accountants. BY repealing and reenacting, with amendments, Article - Business Occupations and Professions Section 2-302 and 2-303 Annotated Code of Maryland (2018 Replacement Volume and 2025 Supplement).

What is the status of SB34?

In committee as of January 27, 2026. Latest action: Hearing 2/05 at 1:00 p.m. (January 27, 2026).

Who sponsored SB34?

Arthur Ellis (D, 28), with 1 co-sponsor.

Where is the official record for SB34?

On the Maryland Legislature website: https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/sb0034?ys=2026RS