Author: Vanessa Hidalgo
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Missouri Times: Opinion: Working Together On The American Franchise Act
Categories: Op-EdsBy Jesse Keyser on February 23, 2026 It’s common to hear complaints about politics and politicians, and often for good reason. People get tired of the gridlock and partisanship. But when elected officials do the right thing, they deserve credit, too. Right now, there is something special brewing in both Jefferson City and Washington, D.C.
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The Well News: Congress Has a Chance to Support Small Businesses With the American Franchise Act
Categories: Op-EdsFebruary 12, 2026 by Clement Troutman, Franchisee, Tropical Smoothie Café & PJ’s Coffee Last year, when Congress passed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, it offered a lifeline to entrepreneurs like me everywhere. Not only were existing tax cuts extended, but new ones — like “No Tax on Tips” — were implemented, plus questions about