Government Relations

Advancing Fair Franchising

Fair Franchising

To advance the AAFD Fair Franchising Standards as a guiding framework for franchisee and to tackle systemic abuses through legal and legislative action when win-win negotiations fall short.

Legislative Advocacy

To represent Association members by exerting collective influence in matters of mutual concern and by advocating beneficial legislation and legal doctrines and providing legal support for members.

Seal Accreditation

To foster and maintain the highest franchising standards among franchisors, and to acknowledge and reward exemplary practices engaged in franchising and other forms of dealer distribution systems.

Leadership Summit

To network, collaborate, and grow together, each year AAFD and its delegate members gather in person.

Our next Franchisee Leadership Summit is scheduled for 2027. We will keep you updated with more details.

AAFD Franchisee Legislative Activity

AAFD Franchisee Legislative Activity

Advancing franchise legislation is a long-term effort—often requiring years to demonstrate both the existence of a problem and the effectiveness of a proposed solution. Franchisee engagement is critical; legislators respond to their constituents, and sustained advocacy makes the difference.

Franchisee Leadership Council (FLC)

What is the FLC? The FLC is a delegate-based body within the AAFD, consisting of members from the AAFD’s House of Delegates. It plays a crucial role in influencing federal and state legislation and regulation through strategic relationship building. The House of Delegates, acting as a legislative assembly within the association, sets the AAFD’s action agenda. This structure empowers members to directly influence the association’s objectives and strategies, ensuring their voices are integral in shaping the direction and focus of the AAFD.

Franchisee Leadership Council (FLC)
AAFD
CFA

Working Together to Promote Fair Franchising Practices

The American Association of Franchisees and Dealers (AAFD) and the Coalition of Franchisee Associations (CFA) have joined forces to champion legislative initiatives that protect and empower franchisees. By working together, we aim to address critical issues such as fair franchising practices, increased transparency, and stronger contractual protections. Our collaborative effort focus on advancing policies that ensure franchisees have a voice in shaping a more equitable and sustainable franchising environment.

Ready to take an active role in Fair Franchising? Get involved today.

Whether you want to join the legislative movement, stay informed on regulatory changes, or lend your voice to ongoing advocacy efforts, AAFD is your platform for change. Fair franchising laws don’t happen by accident. They happen because franchisees like you choose to act.

Contact Keith Miller, Trustee and Director of Public Affairs
directly to learn how you can get involved.

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KEITH MILLER Trustee and Director of Public Affairs

For any inquiries related to AAFD / Franchisee Legislative advocacy efforts, please reach out to Keith Miller directly.

KEITH MILLER
Trustee and Director of Public Affairs