S.1007

Franchise businesses

Introduced·3/12/26
Introduced Text

Franchise Act of 2026 clarifies employer responsibilities in franchise businesses.

The Franchise Act of 2026 amends South Carolina law to define terms and clarify employer responsibilities in franchise businesses. It specifies that a franchisor is not the employer of a franchisee or their employees for workers' compensation, unemployment benefits, and civil rights purposes. It also outlines when a franchisor exercises direct and immediate control over essential terms and conditions of employment, such as wages, benefits, scheduling, hiring, discharge, discipline, supervision, and direction.

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Current
Labor, Commerce and Industry Committee
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History

Mar 12

Senate

Introduced and read first time

Mar 12

Senate

Referred to Committee on Labor, Commerce and Industry