For a Beef O Bradys franchise, does the definition of 'Anti-Terrorism Laws' include policies?
Beef_O_Bradys Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Anti-Terrorism Laws Section 19.20 | Executive Order 13224 issued by the President of the United States, the USA PATRIOT Act, and all other present and future federal, state and local laws, ordinances, regulations, policies, lists and any other requirements of any governmental authority addressing or in any way relating to terrorist acts and acts of war.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS. (FDD pages 66–330)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Beef O Bradys's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the definition of "Anti-Terrorism Laws" includes policies. Specifically, the document states that franchisees must comply with various laws, orders, and regulations related to terrorist acts and acts of war.
The definition encompasses Executive Order 13224, the USA PATRIOT Act, and all present and future federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, and regulations. In addition to these, the definition explicitly includes policies, lists, and any other requirements from governmental authorities that address or relate to terrorist acts and acts of war. This broad definition means that Beef O Bradys franchisees must stay informed about and adhere to a wide range of legal and policy directives concerning anti-terrorism.
This compliance requirement has significant implications for prospective Beef O Bradys franchisees. It means they must ensure that their business operations do not violate any anti-terrorism laws or policies. Furthermore, any violation of these laws or the "blocking" of a franchisee's assets under these laws can lead to immediate termination of the Franchise Agreement. Franchisees must also assist Beef O Bradys in its compliance efforts to the fullest extent possible.