BRIDGING THE GAP ASCPA’s State Taxation & Legislation Committee
The ASCPA’s State Taxation Committee is responsible for developing and communicating fair and reasonable legislated and administered taxation at the state and local levels. The committee meets annually with the Alabama Department of Revenue (ADOR) to discuss issues and legislation that effects our membership. Members are at times called upon to participate with public hearings of the ADOR. The information obtained during the annual meeting and public hearings is communicated to the membership via the ASCPA website and weekly electronic newsletters. The committee also tries to communicate changes that occur during the year to the membership and work with the ADOR as needed to improve the tax preparation process for CPAs. Over the years, the ASCPA’s State Taxation Committee has benefited from the expertise, insights, and influence of its committee members. The following members have established friendly relationships between the ASCPA and regulatory bodies, brought clarity in trying times, and offered guidance when navigating state taxation issues.
KAREN POIST
ASCPA State Taxation & Legislation Committee Chair
2020! What a year it has been! A year full of uncertainty. Although, one thing did remain certain and that was the dedication of the ASCPAs and its collaboration with the Alabama State Tax Committee to get us through a tough year! The ASCPAs and the State Tax Committee were in continued communications with the Alabama Department of Revenue to gain state perspectives, guidance and responses to the CARES Act, PPP, teleworkers, nexus issues and the impact they were having on business owners and taxpayers. There are still several unanswered questions, but it is of the opinion that these questions will be addressed, and additional guidance will be given during the next legislative session.
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Serving as the chair of the committee has been such a valuable experience both personally and professionally. The ASCPAs and the Alabama State Tax Committee are well-respected organizations, and it has been an honor to be a part of a leadership team that continues to strive to be an advocate for CPAs in Alabama as well as nationally through the AICPA. The practicing CPAs and professionals who contribute their time and expertise to continually stay on top of tax issues has assisted many. It is truly a team effort from work study groups, introducing tax reform and keeping up with the ever-changing tax laws. Looking forward to a new and challenging year!
