Is Section 18(D) of the Batteries Plus Bulbs franchise agreement still valid?

According to the 2025 Batteries Plus Bulbs FDD, Section 18(D) of the Multiple Unit Franchise Agreement is deleted for franchises sold in Minnesota. This is specified in the Minnesota Addendum to the Multiple Unit Franchise Agreement. This addendum is intended to ensure compliance with Minnesota statutes and regulations.

This means that if a Batteries Plus Bulbs franchisee operates in Minnesota under a Multiple Unit Franchise Agreement, Section 18(D) of their agreement, whatever it contained, is no longer in effect. The addendum explicitly states that Section 18(D) is deleted, indicating a specific change to the standard agreement for Minnesota franchisees.

This change likely reflects Minnesota's franchise laws, which aim to protect franchisees' rights. By deleting Section 18(D), Batteries Plus Bulbs is adhering to these state-specific regulations, ensuring that the franchise agreement aligns with Minnesota law. Prospective franchisees in Minnesota should carefully review the Minnesota Addendum to understand how it modifies the standard franchise agreement and what specific protections it offers under state law.