What is the time frame to notify the department of a change in name, address or ownership of a funeral firm?

• A. Within 30 days
• B. Within 10 days
• C. Within 60 days
• D. Within 5 days

Answer: (B)

Timeliness in reporting changes to regulatory records. In New York State law governing funeral firms, any change in the firm’s name, address, or ownership must be reported to the department within a short, fixed window—specifically within 10 days of the change. This keeps licensing and enforcement records accurate and up to date, helps the department communicate properly with the firm, and protects consumers by ensuring the department has current information. The other timeframes don’t match the rule: 30 or 60 days would delay updates and enforcement ability, while 5 days is unnecessarily tight and not the standard set by the regulation.