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K 485

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2025 as Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Month in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Gary Pretlow

A ceremonial resolution urging Gov. Hochul to proclaim May 2025 as New York's CPA Month, recognizing CPAs’ contributions without new laws or funding.

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Bill Summary · K 485

Summary: Bill K 485 — Memorializing Governor Hochul to Proclaim May 2025 as Certified Public Accountants Month in New York

Overview

Bill K 485 is a legislative resolution that memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2025 as Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Month in the State of New York. The measure is ceremonial in nature and does not enact new laws or allocate state funding. Its main purpose is to recognize the contributions of CPAs to the public welfare and to designate a specific month for public acknowledgment within New York.

Purpose and Intent

  • Acknowledge and honor the profession of Certified Public Accountants for their work in financial reporting, auditing, tax, and advisory services.
  • Request the Governor to issue a proclamation designating May 2025 as CPA Month in New York.
  • Promote awareness of the importance of high professional standards and ethics in the accounting profession.

Key Provisions

  • The primary provision is a formal request to Governor Hochul to issue a proclamation proclaiming May 2025 as CPA Month in the State of New York.
  • The resolution may also encourage residents, organizations, and public entities to observe and recognize the month.
  • As a memorializing resolution, it does not create new regulatory requirements, establish programs, or authorize expenditures.

Who/What Is Affected

  • Primarily the accounting profession within New York State (CPAs and related professional organizations).
  • The general public and state stakeholders who would participate in observances or proclamations.
  • No direct fiscal or regulatory changes are enacted; effects are symbolic and educational.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduced: May 12, 2025.
  • Legislative actions: Referred to Calendar on May 12, 2025; Adopted on May 13, 2025 (document shows two instances of “ADOPTED,” suggesting passage in the chamber and/or concurrent parliamentary steps).
  • Sponsor: J. Gary Pretlow (primary sponsor).

Impact and Significance

  • Civic: Elevates awareness of CPAs’ roles in governance, business, and the public interest.
  • Educational/Professional: Encourages recognition of accounting ethics, professional standards, and the value CPAs add to financial integrity.
  • Legislative: A ceremonial action that signals state endorsement for recognizing a profession without imposing new duties or costs.

Next Steps

  • If the Governor signs or issues a proclamation, May 2025 would be officially designated as CPA Month in New York.
  • No further legislative actions are required for this resolution to take effect, beyond the Governor’s proclamation.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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