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Advocacy Update: FinCEN, DOR, IRS relief

September 8, 2023

Updated 4 p.m. ET Since Hurricane Idalia hit Florida on Aug. 30, the FICPA has been advocating for its members and their clients, requesting all available relief at the state and federal levels. In the latest edition of Advocacy Update, you'll find breaking news from the Florida Depa...

4 effective strategies for year-round cash flow

September 7, 2023

By adopting modern tech solutions, accounting professionals can streamline cash flow as well as boost their revenue, expand services, and provide additional value to clients. Learn more from our Strategic Partners at CPACharge.

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IRS update: Relief to granted to 49 counties

September 6, 2023

The Internal Revenue Service on Wednesday announced that it has added Brevard, Orange and Osceola to the list of Idalia-impacted counties being granted tax relief through Feb. 15.

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Idalia Updates

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FICPA requests IRS relief for Brevard, Orange, Osceola

September 5, 2023

The FICPA on Friday sent a letter to the Internal Revenue Service requesting that the IRS update its communications to extend relief to Brevard, Orange and Osceola Counties.

Idalia Updates

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Biden approves Florida disaster declaration

August 31, 2023

On Thursday, President Joe Biden declared that a major disaster exists in the state of Florida and ordered federal aid to supplement state, tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by Hurricane Idalia.

Idalia Updates

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FICPA requests tax relief from DOR

August 31, 2023

FICPA President & CEO Shelly Weir on Thursday submitted a formal request to DOR Executive Director Jim Zingale asking for any and all tax relief that may be available in the aftermath of Hurricane Idalia.

Idalia Updates

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FICPA sends letter to FinCEN requesting FBAR relief

August 31, 2023

FICPA President & CEO Shelly Weir on Thursday submitted a letter to FinCEN, requesting relief from the Oct. 17 Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts (FBAR) filing deadline in the aftermath of Hurricane Idalia.

Idalia Updates

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DeSantis expands state of emergency to 49 counties

August 29, 2023

Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday issued Executive Order 23-172 expanding the number of counties under a state of emergency in preparation for Tropical Storm Idalia from 46 counties to 49 counties.

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Idalia Updates

Biden approves Florida emergency declaration

August 28, 2023

On Monday, President Joe Biden declared that an emergency exists in the state of Florida beginning on Aug. 27, and continuing. The declaration allows DHS and FEMA to coordinate all relief efforts.

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Idalia Updates

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Watch replay: Hurricane prep with Jerry Schreiber

August 28, 2023

With Idalia on approach, we invite you to watch this free webinar replay, as renowned disaster-relief expert Gerard H. "Jerry" Schreiber covers everything you need to know to best assist your clients before and after a storm.

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Idalia Updates

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How employee self-service increase HR efficiency?

August 25, 2023

The adoption of an effective employee self-service (ESS) technology platform is one change that may allow HR teams to focus on more critical aspects of the business.

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FICPA supports delay in BOI reporting

August 24, 2023

The FICPA has called on federal legislators to support legislation that would delay the start date for the Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting requirements until all required rulemaking is final, and all rules would take effect on the same date.

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