What representation does a Beem Light Sauna franchisee make regarding terrorist activity?
Beem_Light_Sauna Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
You acknowledge that under applicable U.S. law, including Executive Order 13224, signed on September 23, 2001 (the "Order"), we are prohibited from engaging in any transaction with any person engaged in, or with a person aiding any person engaged in, acts of terrorism, as defined in the Order. Accordingly, you represent and warrant to us that, as of the date of this Agreement, neither no Franchisee Party is designated under the Order as a person with whom business may not be transacted by us, and that you: (i) do not, and hereafter will not, engage in any terrorist activity; (ii) are not affiliated with and do not support any individual or Entity engaged in, contemplating, or supporting terrorist activity; and (iii) are not acquiring the rights granted under this Agreement with the intent to generate funds to channel to any individual or Entity engaged in, contemplating, or supporting terrorist activity, or to otherwise support or further any terrorist activity.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPT (FDD pages 71–230)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Beem Light Sauna Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees must make certain representations and warranties regarding terrorist activities. Specifically, the franchisee acknowledges that under U.S. law, including Executive Order 13224, Beem Light Sauna is prohibited from engaging in transactions with individuals or entities involved in terrorism.
The franchisee must represent and warrant that neither they nor any related parties are designated under the Order as persons with whom Beem Light Sauna cannot conduct business. Furthermore, the franchisee must affirm that they do not and will not engage in any terrorist activity, are not affiliated with or supporting any individuals or entities involved in terrorist activity, and are not acquiring franchise rights to generate funds for terrorist activities.
This clause ensures that Beem Light Sauna complies with U.S. anti-terrorism laws and prevents the franchise from being used to support illegal activities. Prospective franchisees should understand the implications of this representation and ensure they meet these requirements to avoid potential legal issues and franchise termination.