Board Rule Making 2025: CPA Licensure through Interstate Reciprocity

The Board has filed a Preproposal Statement of Inquiry (CR-101) for the following rule:

  • WAC 4-30-092 How do I apply for a Washington state CPA license if I hold a valid CPA license in another state?  

The Board is considering potential changes to the rules that will:

  • Update and clarify qualifications for obtaining a Washington State CPA license through interstate reciprocity.

The Board’s Preproposal Statement of Inquiry (CR-101) is available:

If the Board decides to move forward with possible revisions, the Board will:

  • File Proposed Rule Making (CR-102) including draft language of the proposed changes with the Office of the Code Reviser.
  • Schedule a Rules Hearing.
  • Post updated information/instructions on our website.