An Act relative to banning noncompetition agreements in the Commonwealth

SD 895 bans noncompetition agreements in Massachusetts, which are clauses in employment contracts that restrict workers from joining competitors after leaving a job. The bill makes such agreements unenforceable starting January 1, 2026, directly affecting employers who use them and employees bound by these clauses. It amends state law to declare noncompetition agreements void and unenforceable as of the effective date. This change eliminates legal barriers preventing workers from changing jobs within the state.