McDonald's franchisees fear 'devastating' costs from California fast-food bill, but compromise reached after lobbying fight

McDonald's franchisee group National Owners Association says California fast-food bill will cause 'devastating financial blow' to franchisees. Projects $250k annual costs per restaurant.
McDonald's says it worked to fight the bill to protect franchisees, formed coalition to refer to voters, ramped up lobbying. Says final bill better than initial version.
Franchisee Roger Delph says he worked with McDonald's and others to "protect" business model from "attack." Disputes claim involvement was absent.
International Franchise Association and National Restaurant Association positives on compromise bill, protecting model and workers.
Service Employees International Union says fight not over, will help transform industry at new Fast Food Council with franchisees. Calls approach groundbreaking.

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Posted 9/15/2023, 5:08:23 PM