Maryland HB1016 nullifies noncompete and conflict of interest clauses in employment contracts for licensed architects.

Maryland HB1016 declares noncompete and conflict of interest clauses in employment contracts for licensed architects null and void if the employer relocates the majority of its employees or principal place of business outside the state. This applies to contracts executed after the effective date of the Act, October 1, 2026. The Act also limits the duration of such clauses to one year and restricts geographical restrictions to 50 miles from the primary place of employment.

Maryland HB1016 nullifies noncompete and conflict of interest clauses in employment contracts for licensed architects.

Maryland HB1016 declares noncompete and conflict of interest clauses in employment contracts for licensed architects null and void if the employer relocates the majority of its employees or principal place of business outside the state. This applies to contracts executed after the effective date of the Act, October 1, 2026. The Act also limits the duration of such clauses to one year and restricts geographical restrictions to 50 miles from the primary place of employment.