
The AICPA Tax Reform Resource Center is your home for comprehensive coverage on tax reform. This page is your go-to for news, resources, videos, podcasts, learning and AICPA advocacy positions.
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Many relief packages have been passed to help combat impacts related to the coronavirus (COVID-19). Learn about tax law changes and the various relief provisions.
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CARES Act Families First Coronavirus Response Act Summary
Provides a brief summary of tax provisions contained in the CARES Act (H.R. 748) and the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (H.R. 6201), open to all AICPA members.
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Stay up to date with the latest tax issues and keep your technical skills sharp with a wide range of learning opportunities.
Stay up to date with the latest developments in tax reform by listening to our featured video. Learn what is going on in Washington that may impact you and your clients, and what to expect with potential tax law changes. We will update our featured video frequently so you'll have the latest insight at your fingertips.
This series of frequently asked questions (FAQs) provides answers to questions we are hearing from our members about the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA).
The AICPA is committed to being your home for all guidance and resources related to tax reform. Below are a variety of resources and other tools to keep you informed.
Guides, Podcasts and Templates
CARES Act, 2020, H.R. 748, and Families First Coronavirus Response Act, 2020, H.R. 6201
- Coronavirus (COVID-19) Tax Resources (open to AICPA)
Further Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2020, H.R. 1865
- 2019 Annual Tax Compliance Kit Addendum (open to AICPA)
- SECURE Act Podcast: Practical Solutions for Your Clients (open to everyone)
- Traditional IRA RMD Flowchart (open to Tax Section and PFP Section)
Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA)
- Sec. 199A Flowchart (open to Tax Section)
- Sec. 199A QBI Supplement (open to Tax Section)
- Tax Reform Changes Chart for Businesses (open to Tax Section, PFP Section and PCPS)
- Tax Reform Changes Chart for Individuals (open to Tax Section, PFP Section and PCPS)
- Tax Reform Podcast Library (open to everyone with some podcasts locked to Tax Section)
- Tax Reform Quick Reference Guide (open to Tax Section and PFP Section)
- TCJA Supplement (open to Tax Section)
Client Outreach
- Tax Reform Planning Letter for Businesses (open to Tax Section, PFP Section and PCPS)
- Tax Reform Planning Letter for Individuals (open to Tax Section, PFP Section and PCPS)
- Tax Reform PowerPoint Presentation for Businesses (open to everyone)
- Tax Reform PowerPoint Presentation for Individuals (open to everyone)
- Tax Reform Snapshot for Clients (open to Tax Section, PFP Section and PCPS)
Planning Strategies
- Impact of Tax Reform on Planning Toolkit (open to everyone with some resources locked to PFP Section)
- Personal Financial Planning Podcast Library (open to everyone)
IRS Guidance and Resources
Read up-to-the-minute news articles and blogs published in the Journal of Accountancy, The Tax Adviser, AICPA Insights Blog, Tax Section Newsletter and The CPA Advocate — AICPA's premier publications that provide superior content for today's CPA.
- AICPA posts 20 FAQs on tax filing relief, The Tax Adviser, April 8, 2020
- Social Security recipients will automatically receive stimulus payments, The Tax Adviser, April 2, 2020
- Employer tax credits form, employee retention credit guidance posted, The Tax Adviser, April 1, 2020
- CARES Act tax provisions aim to stabilize pandemic-ravaged economy, The Tax Adviser, March 27, 2020
It's important for CPAs to stay up to date with legislative changes, the dynamic political environment and the profession's tax reform advocacy efforts. Our tax leadership and dedicated AICPA staff are regularly involved in a wide range of tax policy and advocacy activities, including discussions with Congressional offices, Treasury officials, IRS executives and key stakeholders. Using AICPA’s Principles of Good Tax Policy as our foundation, we also regularly submit comments, including the following submissions that provide valuable suggestions on ways to improve our tax system:



- AICPA Urges Treasury Secretary and IRS Commissioner for Filing Season Relief, April 7, 2020
- AICPA Comment Letter for the Relief for Taxpayers Affected by Ongoing Coronavirus Disease 2019 Pandemic, March 26, 2020
- ICPA Letter of Support for Tax Filing Relief for America Act, March 19, 2020
- AICPA Comments on BEAT Regulations, March 11, 2020
- AICPA Comments on Section 199A, March 4, 2020
- AICPA Comment Letter on The Freedom to Invest in Tomorrow’s Workforce Act (H.R. 5339), March 2, 2020
This page is sponsored by the AICPA Tax Section. The AICPA Tax Section is the go-to source for tax practitioners to elevate both their practice and professional development. We give our members the tools they need to keep up with ever-changing tax laws and trending issues and maintain the highest ethical standards so they can be the most trusted advisers for tax and financial planning.
Reviewed April 8, 2020