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Franchisor Protection: No Employment Relationship for Socially Good Activities

This act clarifies that franchisors do not become employers of franchisees, even when providing training or requiring policies on important issues like workplace safety or anti-discrimination. This aims to make it easier for franchisors to support franchisees in these areas without fear of new employment obligations. Citizens might experience more consistent standards across franchise networks.
Key points
Franchisors can offer training and require policies on harassment, human trafficking, workplace violence, discrimination, or COVID-19 without being considered employers of franchisees.
The act applies to key labor laws, including those governing employment relationships, minimum wage, and workplace safety.
State laws inconsistent with this act will be overridden, potentially standardizing rules for franchises across different states.
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Print number: 117_S_2193
Sponsor: Sen. Braun, Mike [R-IN]
Process start date: 2021-06-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Protections for Socially Good Activities Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2193.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-06-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Franchisors can offer training and require policies on harassment, human trafficking, workplace violence, discrimination, or COVID-19 without being considered employers of franchisees.
  • The act applies to key labor laws, including those governing employment relationships, minimum wage, and workplace safety.
  • State laws inconsistent with this act will be overridden, potentially standardizing rules for franchises across different states.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Braun, Mike [R-IN].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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