President Message February 2026
February has released a reverb in funeral service in New York. We started off learning that the first phase of our funeral service business model analysis was complete. Our business partner, Zogby Str...
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Leadership Message February 2026
They say a picture is worth a thousand words. I’m hoping the phrase rings true because my message this month is simply this:
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Effective Immediately: PrePlan Now Accepts Working Copies Of Death Certificates
We say it all the time but it’s worth repeating; ensuring the safety, security and compliance of consumers’ funds has been and continues to be our top priority. This year is no different.
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Legislation Introduced In NYS Assembly And Senate
In late January, new legislation was introduced in the NYS legislature to create two new funeral service positions. This legislation was not introduced by NYSFDA, but leadership is reviewing it and se...
Continue ReadingMarch 11 Is National Funeral Director Recognition Day!
In celebration of you, your staff, and the work you do, we’ve added video resources to our Funeral Director Recognition Day Campaign materials. Visit our website to download the videos (for both Faceb...
Continue ReadingGet To Know Our Student Members: Meghan Glennie
The future of our industry is as important as ever, and NYSFDA is committed to foster relationships between funeral homes and mortuary science students. In this regular feature, we introduce promising...
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2026 Student Day Designed To Prepare Future Workforce
Elevate your funeral services career by joining NYSFDA's Annual Student Day on Saturday, April 18! Network with seasoned professionals and gain hands-on experience.
Continue ReadingNew Compliance Document
The “One Big Beautiful Bill”, signed into law July 4, 2025, created a temporary federal individual income tax deduction for qualified overtime compensation for tax years beginning December 31, 2024 an...
Continue ReadingA Message From The Bureau February 2026
Earlier this month the Bureau of Funeral Directing shared an important reminder with all NYS licensed funeral directors. The letter was a reminder of your responsibilities under Articles 34 and 41 of ...
Continue ReadingWhen Good Employees Start To Go Flat: What Funeral Home Leaders Miss Until It’s Too Late
Most owners and managers don’t lose employees because of sudden blowups or dramatic exits. They lose them slowly after months or even years of warning signs that were easy to explain away at the time.
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The Funeral Director’s Guide To A/B Testing
You wouldn’t plan a funeral service without asking the family anything about their loved one—favorite songs, hobbies, cherished memories—and just host a random ceremony you think they’d like. It doesn...
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Educating The AI-Proof Professional For Funeral Service
As the American Academy McAllister Institute (AAMI) continues to celebrate our centennial year – marking a century as the only funeral service school in New York City – we find ourselves looking back ...
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NFDA Shares Recommendations For Funeral Home Employers Regarding ICE Enforcement Actions
With increased federal enforcement by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), and the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) termination of its “sensitive location” policy, funeral directors aroun...
Continue ReadingAre You Heart Smart?: What To Know For A Healthier Heart
Keeping your heart healthy starts with living a heart-healthy lifestyle. But first, you need to get smart about your heart. Knowing what causes heart disease, what puts you at risk for it, and how you...
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