HB 690
AN ACT relating to contracts.
In Plain Language
This bill would prohibit employers from requiring employees to sign non-compete agreements. Employees who are forced to sign one could sue their employer and recover damages. Employers would have to post notice of this rule and cannot punish workers for taking legal action over violations.
Official summary
Create a new section of KRS Chapter 336 to define "covenant not to compete" and "covered employee"; provide that an employer shall not require a covered employee to enter into a covenant not to compete; set forth civil remedy, damages that can be recovered, and limitations to bring claim; provide that the provisions must be posted by the employer; indicate that an employer shall not retaliate against an employee for bringing a civil action; establish application of provisions; amend KRS 336.990 to provide civil penalties.
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Cosponsors
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Latest action
to Economic Development & Workforce Investment (H)
Feb 26, 2025
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