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Bill Summary · HB 983

Legislative bill overview

HB 983 is a Hawaii bill relating to Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) that was introduced by Representatives Cory Chun and Scot Matayoshi. The bill passed the House in March 2025 but was carried over to the 2026 Regular Session, meaning its specific provisions have not yet been enacted into law.

Why is this important

CPA licensing and regulation directly affect the accounting profession's standards, consumer protection, and business compliance in Hawaii. Changes to CPA requirements can impact educational pathways, professional credentials, and the cost of accounting services for individuals and businesses across the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of publicly available bill text: The specific provisions of HB 983 are not detailed in the legislative actions provided, making it impossible to identify genuine points of disagreement without access to the actual bill language
  • Unusual vote result: The bill passed Third Reading with zero "aye" votes and zero "no" votes, which is procedurally unusual and suggests either a unanimous voice vote or a data recording issue requiring clarification
  • Professional licensing standards: Any modifications to CPA requirements typically generate debate between accounting organizations, educational institutions, and consumer advocates regarding qualification levels and market access

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

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