Under the regal Rotunda of Michigan’s 125-year old State Capitol building, the MACPA hosted its Spring Legislative Reception on May 11th. Attended by nearly 100 state legislators and staff, this annual event presented a unique opportunity for Association leadership to build new and maintain existing relationships with members of the State House of Representatives, the State Senate and their staff. Members and office-holders discussed issues of importance to CPAs from across the state, and offered expertise to assist legislators with the complex issues they face daily in their legislative responsibilities.

	Left. MACPA Board member John Pridnia, CPA, explains an issue to Rep. Jim Koetje (Walker).
Right. House of Representatives Tax Policy Committee Chair, Rep. Lorence Wenke (Richland), converses with MACPA Board member Ray Rowe, CPA, and MACPA counsel Larry Donaldson, Esq.
	Left. Sharing a laugh are MACPA Grassroots Program participants Roger Mack, CPA, Michael Bannasch, CPA, and their state representative, Mickey Mortimer (Horton).
Right. MACPA Legislative Advisory Group Chair Stephen Epstein, CPA, and Keyperson Program Participants Ed Moore, CPA, and Al Nietzke, CPA, greet their long-time friend Sen. Jim Barcia (Bay City).

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