Bill > S1548

This bill requires that state agencies and other government employers in Massachusetts, when entering into contracts, severance, or settlement agreements with employees or former employees, cannot include clauses that prevent the employee from discussing the benefits they received or expressing opinions about their employer, unless specific conditions are met. These conditions involve the employer creating and making publicly available a detailed statement within 24 hours of the agreement becoming effective, explaining why it is in the public's best interest to include such confidentiality language. This aims to increase transparency regarding employee settlements and prevent employers from silencing former employees.