New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
A 10861: Relates to the investigation of moneys paid in connection with agreements for funeral merchandise or services
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
A 10861 is a bill introduced in the New York House on April 8, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Relates to the investigation of moneys paid in connection with agreements for funeral merchandise or services. Primary sponsor: Charles Fall (Democratic). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (April 8, 2026): REFERRED TO CONSUMER AFFAIRS AND PROTECTION.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Authorizes the bureau of funeral directing, under the direction of the commissioner of health to investigate claims brought against any person, firm or corporation relating to moneys paid in connection with agreements for funeral merchandise or services; provides that the bureau of funeral directing has the legal authority to investigate and, after due process, levy fines and sanctions on any unlicensed individuals and/or unregistered entities that are falsely acting as or representing themselves to be licensed and/or registered funeral directors and/or funeral firms in violation of the public health law.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charles Fall | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 61 |
| Jeffrey Dinowitz | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 81 |
| Carrie Woerner | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 113 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- REFERRED TO CONSUMER AFFAIRS AND PROTECTION