New York A02456 prohibits employers from requiring low-wage employees to enter into covenants not to compete and mandates disclosure of such.

New York A02456, also known as the "New York State mobility and opportunity for vulnerable employees act" or the "NY MOVE act," amends the labor law to add a new article 33-A. This article defines "low-wage employee" as someone earning less than a livable hourly rate or an annual compensation of $44,720 (adjusted for inflation annually). The act prohibits employers from requiring low-wage employees to enter into covenants not to compete. Employers must disclose any requirement for such covenants to potential employees before hiring.

New York A02456 prohibits employers from requiring low-wage employees to enter into covenants not to compete and mandates disclosure of such.

New York A02456, also known as the "New York State mobility and opportunity for vulnerable employees act" or the "NY MOVE act," amends the labor law to add a new article 33-A. This article defines "low-wage employee" as someone earning less than a livable hourly rate or an annual compensation of $44,720 (adjusted for inflation annually). The act prohibits employers from requiring low-wage employees to enter into covenants not to compete. Employers must disclose any requirement for such covenants to potential employees before hiring.