What Minnesota statutes and rules state that the Law and Jurisdiction section of the Budget Confidentiality Agreement does not reduce the Prospective Licensee's rights?

According to Budget's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Minn. Stat. Section 80C.21 and Minn. Rule Part 2860.4400J ensure that the Law and Jurisdiction section within the Rental System Agreement does not diminish a licensee's rights under Minnesota Statutes, 1984, Chapter 80C. This includes the right to submit matters to the jurisdiction of Minnesota courts.

This provision is included to protect franchisees operating in Minnesota. It prevents Budget from enforcing terms in the agreement that might force franchisees to litigate disputes outside of Minnesota or waive rights granted to them under Minnesota franchise law. This ensures that Minnesota franchisees retain the legal protections afforded to them under state law, regardless of what the franchise agreement might otherwise stipulate.

For a prospective Budget franchisee in Minnesota, this means that the franchise agreement cannot strip away their rights under Minnesota law. They retain the right to bring legal disputes before Minnesota courts and are entitled to the procedures, forums, and remedies provided by Minnesota law. This offers a level of legal protection and recourse within their own state, which is a significant benefit.