HB 5773

Abstract

Amends the Illinois Public Accounting Act. Creates provisions that concern accounting activities and applicability of the Act. Makes changes to provisions concerning definitions; the Board of Examiners; the Public Accountant Registration Committee; the Administrative Procedure Act; transitional language; certification of out-of-State accountants; substantial equivalency; unauthorized use of title; violations; civil penalties; powers and duties of the Department; sharing of information; application for licensure; qualifications; foreign accountants; licensure by endorsement; additional requirements for firms; expiration and renewal of licenses; renewal of registration; continuing education; the provision concerning the restoration of registrations and licenses; inactive status; hearings; grounds for discipline; license or registration; subpoenas; depositions; oaths; the provision concerning the preservation a record at a hearing; criminal penalties; the provision concerning injunction proceedings; the improper influence on the conduct of audits; and misleading behavior by licensees. Repeals provisions concerning licensure; practicing as a licensed public accountant or licensed certified public accountant; unlicensed practice; and unlicensed practice; violations; and civil penalties. Amends the Regulatory Sunset Act to extend the repeal of the Illinois Public Account Act from January 1, 2014 to January 1, 2023. Effective July 1, 2012.