Navigating the government shutdown
Understand how a federal funding lapse affects the accounting and finance community.
The federal government will be reopening after the recent partial shutdown that began on Jan. 31, 2026. The AICPA is monitoring developments and will share updates as agencies return to full capacity.
The federal government will be reopening after the recent partial shutdown that began on Jan. 31, 2026. The AICPA is monitoring developments and will share updates as agencies return to full capacity.
Featured Resources
Featured Resources
AICPA Benevolent Fund
The AICPA Benevolent Fund supports active members through temporary periods of financial difficulty. Those in positions to help financially can consider donating to the fund.
AICPA Benevolent Fund
The AICPA Benevolent Fund supports active members through temporary periods of financial difficulty. Those in positions to help financially can consider donating to the fund.
AICPA Resources
General
Advocacy
AICPA Urges IRS to Release Contingency Plan Ahead of Government Shutdown, Jan. 29, 2026
AICPA Comment Letter on IRS Relief for Taxpayers Impacted by Ongoing Shutdown, Oct. 9, 2025
AICPA Renews Call to Except All IRS Employees for Duration of Shutdown, Oct. 3, 2025
AICPA Comment Letter Requesting IRS Contingency Plan for Possible Government Shutdown, Sept. 29, 2025
Not-for-profit
Federal Funding Freezes Implications to NFPs and Other Entities
The Importance of Going Concern Evaluation for Nonprofits (NFP Section member access)
Risk Management Considerations for Nonprofits: Getting Started
NFP Hot Topics: KPIs, Liquidity, Operating Reserves, Going Concern | NFP Section webcast archive (NFP Section member access)
Tax
Client letter and FAQ for a government shutdown during tax season (Tax Section member access)
Support for federal government employees
Visit our resource center dedicated to helping individuals affected by federal government workforce reductions. We can connect you with firms and organizations interested in helping with career opportunities. You’ll also find career search tools including an AICPA Global Career Hub, complimentary resume appraisal, and career tips.
Support for federal government employees
Visit our resource center dedicated to helping individuals affected by federal government workforce reductions. We can connect you with firms and organizations interested in helping with career opportunities. You’ll also find career search tools including an AICPA Global Career Hub, complimentary resume appraisal, and career tips.