What's Being Discussed

Meeting minutes: The Board will review and approve minutes from its September 18, 2026 meeting.
CPA Exam updates: The Chairperson will share information about upcoming score release dates, a new "Cloud Driver" component of the exam, and how extension requests are being handled.
NASBA Annual Meeting recap: A report on the 2026 national meeting of the organization that oversees state accounting boards.
Private equity in accounting firms: An overview of how private investment and alternative business structures are affecting the accounting profession.
Ethics training and financial disclosures: Board members will receive reminders about required ethics training and annual financial disclosure filings for state board members.
License applications: The Board will review applications from individuals and firms seeking CPA licenses or permits to practice in Hawaii.

Decisions Expected

Ratification of CPA Permits to Practice for 15 individuals.
Approval of a new firm name — Keep Simple CPA.
Review and potential approval of 17 new CPA license applications.
Approval of the September 2026 meeting minutes.

Who Should Pay Attention

CPA applicants whose names appear on the agenda and are awaiting license approval.
Licensed CPAs and accounting firms in Hawaii interested in exam changes or regulatory updates.
Accounting professionals following developments around private equity ownership of CPA firms.
Members of the public who wish to testify — written comments can be sent to accountancy@dcca.hawaii.gov at least 24 hours before the meeting.