Federal Register #FTC-2026-1189

FTC Requests Public Comment on Franchise Rule Information Collection Extension

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is seeking public comment on its request to extend the information collection clearance for the Franchise Rule. - Government Buyer: - Federal Trade Commission (FTC) - Office of Management and Budget (OMB) involved in clearance extension - Purpose: - Extension of Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) clearance for the Franchise Rule - Franchise Rule requires franchisors to provide prospective buyers with a Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) - Mandates recordkeeping to facilitate enforcement - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured - No OEMs, vendors, part numbers, or quantities specified - Unique Requirements: - Regulatory information collection related to franchising disclosures - Public comment is requested on the extension - No procurement activity or contract award is involved in this notice

Description

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) requests an extension for three years of the current Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) clearance for its Trade Regulation Rule on Disclosure Requirements and Prohibitions Concerning Franchising (Franchise Rule). The Franchise Rule requires franchisors to provide prospective purchasers with a Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) containing material information about the franchise offering. The Rule also mandates franchisors to maintain records to facilitate enforcement. Comments on this extension request must be received by September 17, 2026.

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