Lori Chavez-DeRemer

WASHINGTON, D.C.–Today, the International Franchise Association (IFA) issued the following statement marking the April 15 tax filing deadline:

Franchise leaders attend IFA's 2025 Advocacy Summit in Washington, D.C.

More than 400 franchisees, franchisors, and suppliers gathered in Washington, D.C., for the International Franchise Association's (IFA) 2025 Advocacy Summit last week, and the buzz was electric.

Each summer, franchise businesses across the U.S. play a pivotal role in job creation, stepping up as major drivers of employment across a diverse range of industries.

IFA predicts 2025 will be a big year for franchising

The turning of the calendar ushered in not only a new presidential administration and Congress, but also fresh opportunities for the franchise sector to grow, thrive, and create opportunity for all.

International Franchise Association applauds Lori Chavez-DeRemer’s confirmation as U.S. Secretary of Labor.

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