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NJ S1407
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Joseph Lagana
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AI Summary
- Prohibits employers from requiring, enforcing, or accepting non-compete clauses for all workers except senior executives earning at least $151,164 annually in policy-making positions
- Existing non-compete clauses for non-senior executives become void immediately, and employers must notify affected workers within 30 business days that these agreements cannot be enforced
- Senior executive non-compete clauses entered before the effective date remain valid only if they meet strict requirements: limited to 12 months duration, geographically restricted to areas where the worker performed services, and employer must pay 100% of the worker's salary during the restricted period
- Declares all no-poach agreements between employers void as contrary to public policy
- Workers may sue violating employers within two years for relief including voided agreements, lost compensation, attorneys' fees, and liquidated damages up to $10,000
Legislative Description
Prohibits non-compete clauses.
Labor
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Labor Committee
1/13/2026
Committee Referrals
Labor1/13/2026
Full Bill Text
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