Bill > HB2821

This bill amends Chapter 191 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri (RSMo) by adding a new section, 191.265, which declares that any "noncompete clause" in an employment contract between a healthcare employer and a physician licensed under chapter 334 is void and unenforceable. A noncompete clause is defined as a provision that limits a physician's ability to practice medicine in a specific geographic area or for a certain duration after their employment ends. The bill clarifies that while these noncompete clauses will be invalidated, the rest of the employment contract will remain in effect. This legislation aims to remove restrictions on physicians' ability to practice medicine after leaving an employer, potentially increasing patient access to care.

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB2821&year=2026&code=R