Which section of the standard Cinnabon Franchise Agreement is deleted for all Illinois franchisees?

According to the 2025 Cinnabon Franchise Disclosure Document, Section 21.1, titled "Your Acknowledgements", is deleted from all Cinnabon Franchise Agreements for franchisees in Illinois. This deletion is part of an addendum to the franchise agreement that acknowledges the requirements of the Illinois Franchise Disclosure Act of 1987.

This means that Illinois franchisees will not be bound by the standard acknowledgements typically included in Section 21.1 of the Cinnabon Franchise Agreement. These acknowledgements likely cover various aspects of the franchisee's understanding and acceptance of the terms and conditions of the franchise. By deleting this section, Cinnabon ensures that Illinois franchisees are not inadvertently waiving any rights conferred to them by the Illinois Franchise Disclosure Act.

This modification is significant because it reflects Cinnabon's compliance with Illinois franchise law, which aims to protect franchisees from unknowingly relinquishing their legal rights. Prospective Cinnabon franchisees in Illinois should carefully review the Illinois Franchise Disclosure Act to fully understand their rights and how this deletion impacts their obligations and relationship with the franchisor.