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PA SB142

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/22/2025

Primary Sponsor

Camera Bartolotta

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits enforcement of non-compete agreements for broadcast employees in Pennsylvania, declaring such covenants void and contrary to public policy

  • Applies to employees of television stations, radio stations, cable networks, internet/satellite services, and any media transmitting news, weather, traffic, sports, or entertainment

  • Bars non-competes that restrict broadcast employees from moving to a new employer or working within a geographic area after leaving a job

  • Preserves employers' ability to enforce confidentiality agreements and trade secret protections without time or geographic limitations

  • Takes effect 60 days after enactment; any waiver of the prohibition is void and unenforceable

Legislative Description

Prohibiting enforcement of covenants not to compete in broadcast employment agreements.

Last Action

Referred to Labor & Industry

1/22/2025

Committee Referrals

Labor & Industry1/22/2025

Full Bill Text

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