Business Registration | Profit Corporations

Profit Corporations

What is the difference between the Articles of Amendment, Amended and Restated Articles of Incorporation, and Restated Articles of Incorporation?
What is the correct form to submit to file a corporation merger?
Are there rules regarding specifying an effective date/time for mergers?
What are the filing requirements in the case of mergers between foreign corporations and domestic corporations?

How do I file a name change for a Foreign Corporation?
If my corporation is no longer in business, how do I take it off record with the Department?