Bill > H1870

This bill amends Massachusetts law to limit the enforceability of non-disclosure agreements related to claims of discrimination, non-payment of wages or benefits, retaliation, harassment, or violation of public policy in employment. Specifically, the bill states that any provision in a settlement agreement waiving an employee's rights or remedies related to such claims shall be valid for only 3 years. The bill also prohibits employers from retaliating against employees who refuse to enter such agreements and allows employees to file civil actions for violations of the law, with remedies including reasonable attorney's fees and costs.