Volunteer application process begins for committees, expert panels, resource panels.

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The AICPA has more than 200 volunteer committees, expert panels, tax resource panels, and task forces in which nearly 1,700 volunteers contribute their time and effort. These volunteers are instrumental in shaping the policies and practices that affect the CPA profession. Committee members also have the opportunity to network with their peers and to stay on the leading edge in their respective specialty areas.

As a result of the committee applications Web site (volunteers.aicpa.org/apply) launched last year, applicants can view in real-time the number of current members, vacancies and applications to date for each committee. Such information offers applicants a relative idea of their likelihood of being appointed to a committee of their choice, since the number of applicants often exceeds the number of vacancies...