Does Section 26 of the Pump It Up Franchise Agreement apply in the state of Washington?

According to the 2025 Pump It Up Franchise Disclosure Document, Section 26 of the Franchise Agreement does not apply to franchisees in the state of Washington. This means that any provisions or requirements outlined in Section 26 of the standard Pump It Up franchise agreement are not enforceable or binding on franchisees operating in Washington.

This exclusion is significant because Section 26 likely contains terms that Pump It Up deems important for its franchisees. However, due to specific state laws or regulations in Washington, these terms are not applicable. Prospective franchisees in Washington should carefully review the franchise agreement and any addenda to understand which sections are modified or excluded.

Washington franchisees should also be aware that the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act, Chapter 19.100 RCW, takes precedence over conflicting provisions in the franchise agreement. Additionally, court decisions may supersede the franchise agreement regarding termination and renewal. This ensures that franchisees in Washington receive the protections afforded by state law, regardless of what the standard franchise agreement stipulates.