New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A05449

Introduced
2/14/25  
Refer
2/14/25  

Caption

Provides that the Finger Lakes crematory located in the village of Livonia, county of Livingston may add an additional retort expressly and for use in an instance of mechanical or technical failure of an existing retort.

Summary

Bill A05449 amends existing legislation to allow the Finger Lakes Crematory, located at the Kevin Dougherty Funeral Home in Livonia, New York, to add an additional cremation retort. This new retort is intended solely for use in the event of mechanical or technical failure of the existing retort, ensuring that cremation services can continue without interruption. The bill specifies that this addition must comply with the not-for-profit corporation law and other applicable regulations, and it does not permit any expansion of operations beyond this provision.

Impact

The bill modifies the not-for-profit corporation law as it pertains to cemetery corporations and funeral entities, specifically allowing for the addition of a backup cremation retort at the Finger Lakes Crematory. This change aims to enhance operational reliability for the crematory while maintaining compliance with existing laws. It does not alter the overall regulatory framework governing cremation services or funeral operations in New York State.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding Bill A05449 appears to be neutral, with no recorded votes or significant opposition noted in the available committee discussions. The bill seems to address a specific operational need without broad implications for the industry or public policy.

Contention

There are no notable points of contention reported regarding Bill A05449. The bill appears to have been introduced without significant debate or opposition, focusing solely on the operational needs of the Finger Lakes Crematory.

Companion Bills

NY S03798

Same As Provides that the Finger Lakes crematory located in the village of Livonia, county of Livingston may add an additional retort expressly and for use in an instance of mechanical or technical failure of an existing retort.

Previously Filed As

NY S03798

Provides that the Finger Lakes crematory located in the village of Livonia, county of Livingston may add an additional retort expressly and for use in an instance of mechanical or technical failure of an existing retort.

NJ S2934

Allows for operation of crematories at locations not situated on cemetery grounds or funeral home properties; provides for issuance of permits for certain crematories.

NJ A3950

Allows for operation of crematories at locations not situated on cemetery grounds or funeral home properties; provides for issuance of permits for certain crematories.

NJ A3909

Allows for operation of crematories at locations not situated on cemetery grounds or funeral home properties.

OK HB2173

Cremation; definitions; additional powers and duties of Oklahoma Funeral Board; crematory operators; signed cremation authorization; crematory and license required; establishment license authorities; crematory or reduction facility authorities; annual report requirement; effective date.

OK HB2173

Cremation; definitions; additional powers and duties of Oklahoma Funeral Board; crematory operators; signed cremation authorization; crematory and license required; establishment license authorities; crematory or reduction facility authorities; annual report requirement; effective date.

NJ S1274

Imposes locational restriction on construction of a new crematory.

MD HB698

State Board of Morticians and Funeral Directors – Board Operations and Regulation of Crematories and Reduction Facilities

MD HB0698

State Board of Morticians and Funeral Directors – Board Operations and Regulation of Crematories and Reduction Facilities

MD SB413

State Board of Morticians and Funeral Directors - Board Operations and Regulation of Crematories and Reduction Facilities

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.