A1829

Prohibits non-compete clauses.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey A1829 prohibits non-compete clauses and no-poach agreements, with certain exceptions.

New Jersey A1829 prohibits employers from enforcing non-compete clauses and no-poach agreements, which restrict workers from seeking employment with competitors or hinder employers from hiring each other's employees. The bill voids existing non-compete clauses and requires employers to notify affected workers that these clauses are unenforceable. Exceptions include non-compete clauses related to bona fide business sales and those entered into before the bill's effective date.

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Current
Labor Committee
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Sponsors

DDD
3
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History

Jan 13

Assembly

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Labor Committee