New Polling Shows Less Than One-Third of Californians Support AB 257 

In the Wall Street Journal today, IFA President and CEO Matt Haller details impacts of legislation on consumer and small businesses; New research shows bill would cause double-digit increase in food prices

Wall Street Journal: Big Labor Eats Small Business in California

“California, which helped pioneer the fast-food franchise model, is on the verge of destroying it. Unions and their legislative allies have built the FAST Act on a lie about quick-service establishments, and California’s entrepreneurs, workers and consumers are set to pay the price.”

CALIFORNIA SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS DESCEND ON CAPITOL TO HIGHLIGHT COST IMPACT OF AB 257

Today, nearly 100 small business owners from across California will travel to the Capitol to speak out against the detrimental and costly impacts of Assembly Bill 257, known as the FAST Act.

New Research Shows 20% Increase for California Food Prices with AB 257

As nearly 100 local business owners descend on Sacramento today, new economic analysis finds AB 257 will lead to double-digit price increases for California restaurant goers, cost akin to a “food tax” if inflationary legislation is enacted


International Franchise Association Urges ‘No’ Vote on AB 257

Cites significant prices increases for 7 in 10 Californians; Bill to be voted on in California Senate Appropriations Committee today, final step before full Senate

International Franchise Association Announces Six New 2022 Congressional Endorsements

Awards “Friend of Franchising” endorsements to candidates for showing leadership for America’s locally owned franchise small businesses

International Franchise Association Joins Central Illinois Business Owners in Backing Rep. Rodney Davis

IFA today joined local franchise business owners in the 15th District of Illinois to announce their support for Rep. Rodney Davis, ahead of his midterm election on Tues., June 28. Named a “Friend of Franchising,” the group praised Davis’ pro-business record and staunch support for job creation and the people of Main Street America.

IFA Convenes Local Franchise & Business Leaders, Elected Officials in Sacramento Roadshow Events

The International Franchise Association’s (IFA) Open for Opportunity Roadshow stop in Sacramento wrapped up yesterday after back-of-house tours of local franchises and a roundtable discussion with community leaders and elected officials on the opportunities provided to California workers through franchising.

IFA Convenes Local Franchise & Business Leaders, Elected Officials in Sacramento Roadshow Events

The International Franchise Association’s (IFA) Open for Opportunity Roadshow stop in Sacramento wrapped up yesterday after back-of-house tours of local franchises and a roundtable discussion with community leaders and elected officials on the opportunities provided to California workers through franchising.

IFA Convenes Local Franchise & Business Leaders, Elected Officials in San Jose Roadshow Events

San Jose, Ca. – The International Franchise Association’s (IFA) Open for Opportunity Roadshow stop in San Jose wrapped up yesterday afternoon after a back-of-house tour of a local franchise and a roundtable discussion with community leaders and elected officials on the opportunities provided to California workers through franchising.

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