This resolution expresses support for the designation of June 11, 2025, as "World Franchise Day" , a date recently established by the World Franchise Council. It recognizes franchising as a core business model that has empowered aspiring entrepreneurs of all backgrounds to launch and operate independent businesses. Franchising has historically contributed to robust job creation and provided foundational skills development to millions of workers, with its roots tracing back to Benjamin Franklin in 1731. As of 2025, it is a proven business growth strategy used in over 200 industries, offering unique entrepreneurial opportunities. In the United States, franchising comprises over 830,000 establishments, supporting nearly 8.8 million direct jobs and generating almost $900 billion in economic output. It also boasts significant minority and veteran ownership rates, underscoring its role as a vital model for opportunity and economic growth.