COVID-19 Resource Center

Arizona COVID-19 Resources & Updates

 

Resources

ASCPA Webinars

The ASCPA has provided several webinars relating to COVID-19 and the federal and state responses. 

ASCPA Online Tax Community

Find out the latest updates on tax deadline changes, legislation and learn how your fellow CPAs are dealing with the COVID-19 crisis, including setting up remote work arrangements and client communication, in the Connect online tax community.

U.S. Treasury Paycheck Protection Program Loans 

Guidance from the Small Business Administration on Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), established in the CARES Act. 

AICPA COVID-19 Resources

For information on the CARES Act and federal updates, visit the AICPA's COVID-19 Resource Center. 

AICPA Town Hall Updates

AICPA Paycheck Protection Program Resources

Arizona Department of Revenue

The latest news and notices from the ADOR. The department has issued General Tax Notice 20-1, which provides general guidelines for the extension of filings and payment of state income tax.

Internal Revenue Service

IRS information focused on helping taxpayers, businesses and those affected by COVID-19. 

Small Business Administration

COVID-19 small business guidance and loan resources.

Arizona State Response Website

The official state response website for COVID-19 with helpful links and information for individuals and businesses. To access the statewide COVID-19 hotline, dial 2-1-1. 

Arizona Joint Legislative Budget Committee

Updates relating to Arizona specifics for CARES Act and federal spending. 

Arizona Department of Economic Security

Resources for unemployment insurance and other state programs.

Arizona Commerce Authority Business Resources 

Business resource center with information on unemployment, financial resources, housing and more.

ASCPA COVID-19 Volunteers

Email the ASCPA if you are an ASCPA member interested in volunteering to assist small businesses and nonprofits. 

 

Legislative & Regulatory Updates

State Legislature  

The Arizona Legislature adjourned the Regular Session for 2020 on May 26. Prior to the adjournment, the Senate and House of Representatives passed an $11.7 billion state budget. 

In April the Legislature's Finance Advisory Committee met to discuss the impact of COVID-19 on the state. 

Executive Orders

Governor Doug Ducey issued several Executive Orders to address the COVID-19 crisis including a stay-at-home order, temporary stays to evictions and outlining essential services and activities during the pandemic. 

Arizona State Board of Accountancy

In response to the health crisis and the closure of Prometric testing sites, the Board of Accountancy has allowed for 90-day extensions for candidates who have an open Notice to Schedule and conditioned credit by June 30, 2020. 

Prometric test sites are open for essential businesses effective May 1, which includes the CPA Exam.

  

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