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NY S03100

NY S03100
Prohibits non-compete agreements and certain restrictive covenants; authorizes covered individuals to bring a civil action in a court of competent jurisdiction against any employer or persons alleged to have violated such prohibition.


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Introduced
01/27/2023
In Committee
06/07/2023
Crossed Over
06/20/2023
Passed
12/12/2023
Dead
Vetoed
12/22/2023

Introduced Session

2023-2024 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the labor law, in relation to prohibiting non-compete agreements and certain restrictive covenants

AI Summary

This bill prohibits non-compete agreements and certain restrictive covenants between employers and "covered individuals," which includes any person who performs work or services for another person and is in a position of economic dependence on that person. The bill allows covered individuals to bring a civil action against their employer or any other person who has violated this prohibition, and the court can void the non-compete agreement and award various forms of relief, including liquidated damages. The bill also includes a severability clause and specifies that it will apply to contracts entered into or modified on or after the effective date.

Committee Categories

Housing and Urban Affairs, Labor and Employment

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

VETOED MEMO.133 (on 12/22/2023)

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