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The International Franchise Association (IFA) congratulated Keith Sonderling on his confirmation by the U.S.

The International Franchise Association is pushing for the American Franchise Act, a bill that would set a single federal standard for joint employer status, at Capitol Hill.

The 2026 IFA Advocacy Summit will take place September 14-16 in Washington, DC.

Legislation Would Insulate Joint-Employer Standard from Political Whim The House Education and Workforce Committee on Tuesday voted to send the American Franchise Act to the full H

“America’s local franchise owners deserve certainty, and today Congress is one step closer to providing it,” said Michael Layman, IFA Chief Advocacy Officer.

IFA urges Senate to confirm Keith Sonderling as Labor Department lead.

The International Franchise Association (IFA) released new national and statewide polling showing that an overwhelming majority of Americans support franchised businesses and want to see policies to protect them, especially the American Franchise Act.

The Pet Food Institute outlines priorities for Senate legislation, focusing on animal health protections and export opportunities for U.S. pet food manufacturers.

"The Trump Administration's joint employer rule provides a clear and commonsense approach for America’s 832,000 franchised businesses to operate and grow,” said Matt Haller, IFA President and CEO.

The International Franchise Association (IFA) today issued a statement applauding the nomination of James Macy to serve on the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB).

The International Franchise Association made significant progress in 2025 in protecting and promoting the franchise model

The International Franchise Association has endorsed the American Franchise Act, a bipartisan bill aiming to establish uniform standards for franchise relationships under federal labor law.

The International Franchise Association (IFA) praised the introduction of the bipartisan American Franchise Act in the U.S.

The International Franchise Association (IFA) applauds the 'Big, Beautiful Bill' tax incentives package's approval in the House of Representatives.

“The franchise community relies on certainty and stability, and it has been hurt by the government shutdown over the past 40 days,” said Matt Haller, IFA President and CEO.

The U.S. House of Representatives passed a small business tax relief bill, which includes provisions to benefit franchises, now moving to the Senate.

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

Washington is ranked as the No. 1 best state for entrepreneurs in 2025, with Texas ranking No. 2 and Maine ranking No. 3.

One thing is certain in the world of political uncertainty: Franchisee engagement is essential to successful policy outcomes.

The US Senate voted to reverse the NLRB’s joint employer rule, potentially having a big and adverse impact on franchisors.

Hooters restaurants offered 10 free wings to first responders on National First Responders Day.

IFA and business allies team up to defeat David Weil's nomination to lead the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division, citing concerns over joint employer rules.

It’s been almost a year and a half since COVID-19 first upended our business model, world, and ways of life.

Robert Cresanti leads the International Franchise Association as President and CEO.