Key Person Program
Key Persons are CPAs who recognize the difference that individuals can make in the legislative process on behalf of the profession, their clients, and the public.
The responsibilities of a Key Person are few. The ASCPA carefully watches events in the legislature. When a "hot topic" arises that we need grassroots support for (or against) we activate our Key Persons. We supply detailed materials that provide the necessary background so they can make personal visits to their legislator, or call or write regarding the topic.
The success of the profession's Key Person Program is affected directly by how well Key Persons understand and carry out their objectives.
Key Person Activities
- Represent the profession to one or more of your federal or state legislators.
- Develop a personal, constituent relationship with the legislator based on mutual trust and respect.
- Know your legislator's political background, issue priorities, and committees he or she serves on.
- Respond immediately to requests from the ASCPA by contacting your legislator on the specified issues.
- Reinforce the constituent relationship with your legislator by regularly communicating professional and nonprofessional issues that may be of interest to him or her and the staff.
- Be aware of pending federal and state legislation that may affect the profession. Be prepared to discuss the impact on your practice, your clients, and the community.
- Attend political fundraising events for CPA/PAC when requested.
- Build community understanding and support for the profession and its position on the issues.
- Provide feedback to the Tax Legislation Committee that is useful in developing legislative strategy and achieving ASCPA's objectives.
