Illinois CPAs for Political Action
The Illinois CPAs for
Political Action (CPA PAC) promotes good citizenship through the
personal and financial participation of Illinois CPA Society members and
others in the elective process at the state level of government.
The
PAC serves as a strong collective voice for CPAs and CPA firms and
provides a foundation for successful legislative advocacy.
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OVERVIEW
The CPA PAC is a respected nonpartisan political action committee that contributes and supports candidates for state offices who support the legislative goals of the profession.
- CPA PAC was founded in 1970.
- CPA PAC is one of the top 50 PACs in Illinois.
- CPA PAC contributes $160,000 per year to state legislators and constitutional officers.
CPA PAC BACKGROUND BRIEFING
FUNDING SOURCES
- $5 individual member assessment unless opted out.
- Solicitation of contributions from CPA firms.
- Unsolicited contributions from firms who contribute on per partner basis.
- Average fund balance of $450,000.
GIVING PHILOSOPHY
- The PAC Steering Committee follows a non-partisan strategic giving philosophy recognizing support of the CPA profession.
- The highest degree of ethical and professional consideration is exercised in determining recipients of contributions.
- Special consideration is given to CPA legislators and CPA legislative candidates.