S 1218 Massachusetts Senate · 193rd Legislature (2023-2024)

An Act relative to non-compete agreements for veterinarians

This bill amends Massachusetts law to declare non-compete agreements for veterinarians void and unenforceable. It specifically targets contracts that restrict a veterinarian's right to practice in any geographic area after their employment or partnership ends. The legislation ensures that while these specific restrictions cannot be enforced, the rest of the employment contract remains valid. This change directly affects veterinarians and the employers or partners who use such agreements to limit their professional mobility.
Bill status passed 3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2023
Committee Review
Feb 2023
House Passage
Feb 2023
Governor
Introduced Feb 16, 2023 Last action Feb 12, 2024
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This bill passed the House. No roll call record of that vote is available.
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Total actions
5
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Feb 16, 2023
House · Passed
House concurred
Feb 16, 2023
Senate · Referred to committee
Referred to the committee on Labor and Workforce Development
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