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How the proposed American Franchise Act will bring clarity to the joint employer issue

Working Lunch: This week's political podcast looks at how leading industry lobbying groups are working with federal lawmakers to end years of seesawing policies impacting franchisors and franchisees.

In this week’s Working Lunch, Joe Kefauver and Franklin Coley of Align Public Strategies speak with Michael Layman, chief advocacy officer at the International Franchise Association, about the American Franchise Act, proposed earlier this month, and what operators can expect.

In addition, the podcast also takes a look at regulations in Texas regarding the sale of hemp-based THC beverages. 

And, of course, the two wrap it up with the legislative scorecard.

 

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