According to Beauty Bungalows' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Exhibit L is the State Effective Dates exhibit. This exhibit lists states that require the Franchise Disclosure Document to be registered or filed, or be exempt from registration. These states include California, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin.

This exhibit also indicates that the document is effective and may be used in the listed states as of the effective date stated in the exhibit. Prospective franchisees should check this exhibit to ensure that the FDD is effective in their state before making any decisions or payments related to the franchise.

The inclusion of a State Effective Dates exhibit is a standard practice in franchise disclosure, as it ensures that franchisors comply with state-specific franchise laws and regulations. This exhibit provides important information for franchisees to verify the legal compliance of the franchise offering in their respective states.