July 11, 2025
Firm License Renewals due August 31, 2025 can now be paid Online
Use Online Services for Firms to manage all phases of the annual renewal process.

July 11, 2025
Individual License Renewals due August 31, 2025 can now be paid Online
Use Online Services for Individuals to manage all phases of the annual renewal process.

July 3, 2025
Notice ofSenate Bill 262
Senate Bill (SB) 262 provides a third pathway to become a Texas CPA with a baccalaureate degree and two years of experience. It was signed into law by Governor Abbott on May 8, 2025. Under the new law, effective August 1, 2026, individuals may apply to become licensed CPAs by meeting the following requirements:

Obtain a bachelor's degree with the required coursework to include an accounting concentration

Pass the CPA Exam

Complete two years of relevant work experience

The Texas State Board of Public Accountancy (TSBPA) is in the early stages of establishing rules to implement this new pathway. An applicant who files the Application of Intent prior to August 1, 2026, will still be required to meet the current education requirements for testing and certification.

October 17, 2024
Survey Results
The Board recently conducted a survey regarding the education requirements to become a licensed CPA in Texas. An analysis of CPA survey responses can found here.

October 10, 2024
Examination Fee Financial Aid Program
The Texas State Board of Public Accountancy launched an Examination Fee Financial Aid Program (EFFA) to assist Texas applicants who took and passed the first section of the CPA Exam after October 10, 2024, and may have a financial need to pay for additional CPA Exams. Learn more

August 12, 2024
Individual License Fee Increase
As a result of the Board's projected revenue, expenditures, and fund balances, modest fee increases are necessary to maintain the same level of operations for Texas licensees. Effective September 1, 2024, the annual individual license fee will increase from $97 to $112 (includes $10 scholarship fee). All other fees will remain the same. The Board is self-sustaining. All direct and indirect costs must be paid from what it collects in license renewal fees, firm registrations, exam fees, sponsor registrations, and other collections. The following table can be used as a general guide, but your individual fees may vary depending on your specific circumstances, the timing of your previous payments, and your current status with the Board. Please refer to Online Services for Individuals to check your specific status.

Fees Table

*In addition to the annual fee per office, an organization fee based on the count of CPAs and non-CPA owners for each registered firm will also apply per the following schedule. Please refer to Rule §521.13 for detailed instructions:

Fees Table

June 7, 2024
Firm License Expiration Notices
Effective immediately, the Board will exclusively email firm license expiration notices to firms with email addresses on file. Mailed reminders will no longer be sent unless requested. Please use Online Services on the Board's website to ensure the firm's email and mailing addresses are up-to-date.

February 16, 2024
Risk Management and the Corporate Transparency Act (including sample engagement letter)
Reference this resource from the AICPA to learn how to mitigate the unique risks CPA firms may encounter when delivering CTA compliance/BOI reporting services. A sample engagement letter is included. More Info

November 10, 2023
Ernst & Young LLP Assessed Reprimand and $3M Penalty by Texas Board
More Info

October 13, 2023
Applicant Reassessment Program
The Texas State Board of Public Accountancy launched an Applicant Reassessment Program (ARP) to assist individuals who were taking the CPA Exam and through an extreme hardship occurrence, lost CPA Exam credits and may wish to pursue the CPA designation again. Learn More

May 22, 2023
Scholarship Program Expanded
The Texas State Board of Public Accountancy (TSBPA) is pleased to announce thatHB-2217 was approved by the Texas Legislature. The Texas State Board initiated this legislation, which expands the scholarship for fifth-year accounting students to all Texas accounting students who have completed 15 semester hours of upper-level accounting coursework. The scholarship application and more information will be available on our website under the "Scholarship" tab. A special thanks to Representative Angie Button and Senator Charles Perry for sponsoring this legislation. The effective date is to be determined.