Overview
- The amendment would charge €50,000 at the opening of a franchised fast‑food restaurant and €10,000 each year thereafter.
- Amounts would double for locations within 300 meters of a school, reaching €100,000 at opening and €20,000 annually.
- The proposal targets franchise models rather than independent eateries, a design critics say creates a competitive distortion.
- Lawmakers are set to examine the plan during 2026 budget debates, with application slated for July 2026 if adopted.
- Health Minister Stéphanie Rist framed the idea as a potential behavioral tax for public health, while the French Franchise Federation urged rejection over investment and jobs concerns.