Staten Island lawmakers considering legislation to safeguard New Yorkers from funeral scams
Briefly

Local elected officials on Staten Island are responding to scams involving pre-paid funeral funds. Legislation is being considered to enhance oversight of the funeral home industry. This initiative comes after several residents lost significant amounts of money. The effort aims to ensure that such scams do not reoccur, providing a safer environment for those purchasing future funeral services. Policymakers are prioritizing consumer protection in light of recent fraudulent activities affecting the community.
Staten Islanders who were scammed out of money they paid for future funerals are finding support from local lawmakers aiming to enhance oversight of funeral homes.
Several state lawmakers on Staten Island are planning legislation to enforce stricter regulations on the funeral home industry to protect consumers from scams.
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