Hot Tax Topics at Year End for 2026
Date: Wednesday, December 9, 2026
Instructor: Annette Nellen
| Begin Time: |
9:00am Pacific Time
10:00am Mountain Time
11:00am Central Time
12:00pm Eastern Time |
| CPE Credit: |
2 hours for CPAs
2 hours Federal Tax Law Updates for EAs and OTRPs
2 hours Federal Tax Law Updates for OTRPs |
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With major federal and state tax developments unfolding throughout 2026, practitioners face a rapidly shifting landscape heading into year‑end and the 2027 filing season. This course provides a comprehensive, forward‑looking overview of the hottest tax topics impacting planning, compliance, and advisory services. Participants will explore key legislative proposals from the 119th Congress, developments under the OBBBA, the future of expiring provisions, and the growing influence of GenAI and emerging technologies on tax workflows.
The program also highlights state tax trends, practice management opportunities, and proactive strategies for navigating new regulatory and judicial developments.
Who Should Attend
This course is ideal for professionals seeking timely, actionable insights to guide year‑end tax planning and prepare for upcoming changes in 2027.
Topics Covered
- Status of major legislative proposals before the 119th Congress
- Updates on OBBBA implementation and enforcement
- Analysis of expiring federal provisions and potential renewal pathways
- The role of emerging technology—especially GenAI—in shaping tax practice
- Key federal and state practice issues and opportunities for 2027
- State tax landscape and significant developments to watch
Learning Objectives
- Identify major tax issues and developments shaping year‑end planning for 2026 and the year ahead
- Evaluate federal and state legislative trends—including those of the 119th Congress—with implications for tax practice
- Analyze emerging technologies, including GenAI, and their role in modernizing tax workflows and client service
- Recognize key expiring provisions and determine their potential impact on taxpayer strategies
- Apply forward‑looking insights to strengthen planning, compliance, and practice management for 2027
Level
Update
Instructional Method
Group: Internet-based
NASBA Field of Study
Taxes (2 hours)
Program Prerequisites
Basic understanding of tax preparation.
Advance Preparation
None
