State • Alabama
SB 138: Franchises; prohibit franchisor from requiring franchisee to operate on a religious day, exceptions provided
Dan RobertsEnacted
SB 138 status: Enacted (updated Apr 17, 2026).
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What this bill does
Overall score
Score50/100 civic fit
RiskHigh risk
ImpactModerate impact 60/100
Bill summary
OfficialBusinesses & Financial Institutions
Key analysis
Constitutionality60%
Bipartisan50%
Public opinion50%
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Impact analysis
Environment
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- No direct environmental impact identified
Risks
- No direct environmental impact identified
Economy
Critical Outlook
40%
Benefits
- Protects franchisee autonomy regarding religious practice
Risks
- Potential disruption to standardized franchise operating models
- Possible impact on revenue and operational efficiency
Society
Positive Outlook
60%
Benefits
- Provides legal accommodation for religious practice
- May support religious observance among business owners
Risks
- Potential for uneven application across different franchise models
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How trustworthy & consequential it is
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OpenStates
Confidence
lowlow
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Where it stands
Enacted
Introduced
CompleteCommittee
CompleteFloor
CompleteGovernor
CompleteEnacted
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