IL SB3607

Non-compete agreements for health care practitioners entered into on or after January 1, 2027 are declared void and unenforceable as contrary to public policy in Illinois.

Employers may enforce non-competes limited to one year maximum, but only if the health care practitioner voluntarily left rather than being dismissed.

Covered practitioners include physicians, advanced practice registered nurses, certified registered nurse anesthetists, and physician assistants.

Employers retain the right to recover reasonable expenses from departing practitioners for relocation, training, and patient base establishment costs incurred within 3 years of separation, amortized over up to 5 years.

Non-competes connected to business ownership interests remain enforceable when tied to sales, mergers, or ownership transfers of the practice.