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CPA Political Action Committee ("PAC") funds are voluntarily collected and allocated to candidates from both parties who support policies beneficial to CPAs. By building relationships with these legislators, we can advance CPA goals and create a positive legislative environment for our entire profession.
The PAC, a non-profit and non-partisan entity, collects voluntary financial contributions to support legislators advocating for CPA-friendly policies.
Elected officials' decisions impact education, licensure, taxation, and ethics for all accounting professionals. Contributing to campaigns highlights our profession's importance and enhances our political influence.
Supporting lawmakers aligned with our priorities ensures ongoing dialogue on critical issues, safeguarding the accounting profession's interests.
Key Concerns for CPAs
Simplifying Tax Administration
Enhancing Business Climate
CPA Workforce Development
By pooling voluntary contributions, we amplify the voice of the entire profession at the legislative level. Hear Alicia Gelinas, CPA, COCPA CEO and CPA-PAC Board Member, explain how the CPA-PAC works and why it’s important:
Number of key PAC contributors who supported candidates from 2018-2022, and the number of those candidates who were elected.
66
Total Supported Candidates
47
Elected Candidates
(Supported by the PAC)
25+
Key PAC Contributors
Contribute to the PAC and support member of the General Assembly who support good business.
A donor can give up to $362.50 per year OR $725 (one-time contribution) every other year. A maximum of $225 can be given to a candidate per election cycle.
The CPA 1904 Small Donor Committee offers opportunities for smaller donations to support Colorado legislative candidates.
Note: Contributions are not tax-deductible.
A political action committee can contribute up to $450 to a legislative candidate, $725 to another political committee, and an unlimited amount to a 527 political organization per election cycle. A small donor committee can contribute up to $6,200 to a legislative candidate, $725 to a political committee, and an unlimited amount to a 527 political organization per election cycle.
Below are our active advocates who have voluntarily invested between $150 and $200 to the CPA-PAC in the past year (2024):
| Tad Herz | |
| Greg Pfahl | |
| Toby Clary | |
| Alissa Bowers | |
| Tyler Linnebur |
In-Person | State Capitol
Find more ways to get involved, and explore advocacy resources and legislative news.
To learn more, contact Alicia Gelinas, CPA, President and CEO: alicia@cocpa.org | 303-741-8608.
If you are interested in becoming a more active member with the Political Action Committee please complete our volunteer form here.