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Notice of Comments and Department’s Responses for September Draft of Article 4
The Bureau of Licensing for Professions & Occupations (BLPO), has posted Comments about September Draft for Article 4 and Department Responses on the Administrative Counsel & Rules Active Rulemakings webpage for Human Remains (Funeral Board Incorporation). The comment/response document includes the Department’s responses to feedback submitted through the public surveys that closed on September 14, 2025 and October 5, 2025. These responses are being shared to help licensees understand how the feedback was considered and …
AFCCA Membership & Supplier Partner Dues Change Effective January 1, 2026
Beginning January 1, 2026, AFCCA membership dues will transition to a new structure. After careful review, the Board voted to adopt a Progressive Per-Location Model with a cap. This model ensures fairness, transparency, and predictable budgeting for all members. Current Dues (through December 31, 2025): Individual: $198 Government: $360 Small Business (1): $360 Multi Business (2): $600 Large Multi (3): $1,320 Combination Large (4–6): $1,800 Large Corporations (7+): $4,200 New Dues (effective January 1, 2026): Individual: …
Recent Observations During Compliance Inspections
If your funeral establishment or crematory receives a notice from the Department, it means a compliance inspection will take place within the next six months. These inspections are always unannounced, so the best way to approach them is to be prepared in advance. The following is not an exhaustive list of items that will be reviewed during a compliance inspection. Rather, the information below highlights common trends and observations identified during recent compliance inspections. Recent Trends …