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BillHR 5267 · 119

American Franchise Act

Introduced
Sep 10, 2025
Cosponsors
128
Traction
0
Last Action
Sep 10, 2025

Bill Summary

Requires companies to disclose information about their franchise fees and contracts to potential franchisees, making it easier for them to make informed decisions. Establishes rules to protect franchisees from unfair practices.

Sponsored By

Kevin Hern
Republican · Oklahoma · House

Bill Journey

  1. Sep 10, 2025
  3. Sep 10, 2025You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects potential and current franchisees, such as small business owners, by providing them with more transparent information about franchise fees and contracts. It also impacts franchisors, such as large corporations, by requiring them to disclose certain information and follow specific rules.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
124backers
  • Democratic16
  • Republican107
  • Independent / other1
Cross-party cosponsors16 · 13%

Documents

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Cosponsors (128)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicMoney & Economy
CommitteeCommittee on Education and Workforce
IntroducedSep 10, 2025
Last UpdatedSep 10, 2025
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Subjects
  • Economy

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.