Feds Clarify How to Count Government Land in Financial Reports
Published Date: 9/30/2025
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The Federal Accounting Standards Advisory Board just released Technical Bulletin 2025-1 to clear up how government land should be counted and reported. This update helps agencies get their land accounting right, making financial reports clearer and more accurate. Agencies should start using these clarifications soon to keep their books in tip-top shape and avoid any money mix-ups.
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