MO SB1363

Franchisee employees cannot be deemed employees of the franchisor for any purpose under Missouri law, regardless of voluntary agreements with the U.S. Department of Labor

Franchisor liability for franchisee employees only applies if the franchisor exercises "direct and immediate control" over hiring, termination, discipline, and direction of those employees

Definitions of "franchisee" and "franchisor" are tied to federal regulations at 16 CFR 436.1 (FTC Franchise Rule)

Adds new section 285.075 to Chapter 285 (Employment Practices) of Missouri Revised Statutes