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Footnote Magazine

August/September 2026

Learn how to help your cannabis clients navigate tax complexities and state compliance in light of ongoing changes and confusion at the federal level. Also in this issue:

• Hear from Minnesota accounting faculty about how the state diverges from national trends. 
• Celebrate Minnesota's newly certified CPAs at the MNCPA Spring Recognition Dinner.
• Discover best practices for ensuring effective and accurate AI use in audit. 
• Take a closer look at three programs for business clients from the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development. 
• See what the MNCPA accomplished in the last legislative session and where the focus will be in 2027.

Spotlights
Updates from our members, including promotions, new hires, speaking engagements and firm news.

The case of the strangled independence
Charles Selcer, CPA, MBA
MNCPA member Chuck Selcer shares his knowledge about ethics requirements and laws with unique humorous fictitious stories.

Enjoying the present, looking to the future
Sara DeRoo, CPA, Christianson PLLP
Get insight and news from MNCPA leadership about the organization and professional issues.

Moving forward: A roadmap for Minnesota cannabis CPAs
Mark R. Waller, CPA
It's crucial for CPAs working alongside cannabis operators to be aware of the many complexities involved in the industry.

A community celebration
The profession celebrated newly certified CPAs at the MNCPA Spring Recognition Dinner.

Trust but verify: Using AI responsibly in a CPA firm
Elizabeth Barchenger, CPA
Discover best practices for ensuring effective and accurate AI use in audit.

Taking care of (small) business
Take a closer look at three programs for business clients from the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development.

Navigating division: The story of the 2026 Minnesota legislative session
Geno Fragnito, MNCPA director of government relations
Find out about key issues the MNCPA is monitoring at the Capitol. Stay current on legislative news and events with stories, tips and grassroots involvement.

When to (not) trust an AI tax research answer
Carol Lin Vieira
Experts from Accordance provide tips for effectively using AI in your workflow.

How AI is impacting accounting firm pricing
Rob Heidrick
Learn how AI is impacting accounting firm pricing and how 8am CPACharge can help simplify billing, automate payment collection and more.