Deregulation and occupational licensing are hot topics in the United States.
As part of a recent analysis, the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services surveyed Wisconsinites a to gain a better understanding of the occupational licenses that exist in Wisconsin, determine how the state’s licensing requirements compare to other states’ laws and ensure that the state retains whatever licenses are necessary to protect the welfare of the public. The CPA license was not on the list for elimination or further consideration.
In an effort to clear up some misconceptions, the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) published a list of myths and facts on anti-regulation and professional licensure.