Authorizes the remote administration of the funeral director licensing examination in New York.

The bill amends the public health law to allow the commissioner to administer the funeral director licensing examination remotely. This remote administration must maintain standards equivalent to in-person testing. The commissioner can use secure, proctored technology approved by the department. The bill also ensures that in-person examination options are not eliminated. The changes will take effect on January 1, 2027.

Authorizes the remote administration of the funeral director licensing examination in New York.

The bill amends the public health law to allow the commissioner to administer the funeral director licensing examination remotely. This remote administration must maintain standards equivalent to in-person testing. The commissioner can use secure, proctored technology approved by the department. The bill also ensures that in-person examination options are not eliminated. The changes will take effect on January 1, 2027.