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June 11, 2025

Congress Marks World Franchise Day

In conjunction with the World Franchise Council (WFC) announcing the establishment of World Franchise Day on June 11, today members of Congress plan to introduce a resolution commemorating the milestone.

Zoom out: World Franchise Day is dedicated to celebrating the global community of franchising, and that’s why U.S. Sens. Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) and Chris Coons (D-DE) and U.S. Reps. Kevin Hern (R-OK), Beth Van Duyne (R-TX), Troy Carter (D-LA) and Hillary Scholten (D-MI) are sponsoring this commemoration in Washington, D.C.

What’s next: IFA members are encouraged to participate by using the World Franchise Day logo and hashtag #WorldFranchiseDay to share messages to raise awareness and celebrate the day.

Advocacy Summit Registration Open

Registration is now open for the 2025 IFA Advocacy Summit in Washington, D.C., September 15 – 17, 2025.

Our thought bubble: This year may be the most important IFA “fly-in” conference ever, as together we will likely be pushing for tax issues like the passthrough deduction that affects nearly every franchisee's bottom line and locking in certainty for the franchise relationship against future regulatory threats.

Why it matters: The IFA Advocacy Summit gives you a platform to drive meaningful change, influence policy, and strengthen your business. Join your fellow members of the franchising community on Capitol Hill in September and sign up today!

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D.C. Pauses Restaurant Wage Hike

On June 3, the D.C. City Council voted to pause a $2 tipped wage hike set for July 1 under Initiative 82, the 2022 ballot initiative that eliminates the tipped minimum wage in the city. The move offers relief to restaurants as the Council considers repealing the I-82 in D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser’s (D) budget. 

Why it matters: The repeal effort reflects mounting concerns about restaurant closures, job losses and lower earnings.

Our thought bubble: While not franchise-specific, the D.C. debate mirrors high-profile wage battles in other cities like Los Angeles, and may influence how jurisdictions nationwide approach tip credit laws. IFA will continue monitoring the situation, and engaging as needed through our partner the Employment Policies Institute.

IFA Welcomes 2025 Zeidman Interns

This summer Nicole Leon and Alex Wan are IFA’s Philip Zeidman Franchising Interns, a program named in honor of franchise law pioneer Philip Zeidman, following Zeidman's legacy of service and support for global franchising. 

What’s next: Nicole and Alex will support the IFA’s mission to protect, enhance, and promote franchising through hands-on franchise law, policy, and advocacy experience in Washington, D.C.