California Tax Update: Part 1
Date: Thursday, November 5, 2026
Instructor: Douglas Kelley
| Begin Time: |
1:00pm Pacific Time
2:00pm Mountain Time
3:00pm Central Time
4:00pm Eastern Time |
| CPE Credit: |
2 hours for CPAs
2 hours Federal Tax Law Updates for OTRPs
2 hours California Tax for CTEC |
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Join Doug Kelley, as he provides an update on individual income tax issues for those preparing 2026 California income tax returns. Coverage will include a comparison of significant differences between federal and California income tax compliance. This course will also cover 2025 tax updates, including expiration of certain provisions and new legislation.
Who Should Attend
California preparers needing to meet their CTEC qualifications for the year, as well as any tax practitioner or preparer needing to prepare California tax returns for 2026.
Topics Covered
- One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) Legislation
- California Legislation Updates
- CA Power of Attorney vs Tax Information Authorization
- General Annual Updates
- California Tax Credits
- Health Care Mandate
- And More
Learning Objectives
- Describe One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) legislation updates
- Describe new California tax legislation
- Identify the 2026 California exemption credit for head of household
- Identify the phase-out range for taxpayers with respect to the renter’s credit
- Identify some California related tax credits and their application to individuals
- Identify the CA health care mandate and associated penalties
Level
Update
Instructional Method
Group: Internet-based
NASBA Field of Study
Taxes (2 hours)
Program Prerequisites
A basic understanding of California Tax.
Advance Preparation
None
