S 2531 New Jersey Senate · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Prohibits certain non-disclosure and non-disparagement provisions in employment contracts.

This bill (S 2531) prohibits employment contracts from including non-disclosure or non-disparagement clauses that prevent employees from discussing claims of discrimination, retaliation, or harassment. It makes such clauses unenforceable and requires settlement agreements resolving these claims to include a clear notice stating employees can publicly share details identifying the employer. The law applies broadly to all employees but allows collective bargaining agreements to include mediation or arbitration for these claims if they comply with existing rules. It codifies a 2024 New Jersey Supreme Court ruling that such clauses violate public policy.
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026 Last action Jan 13, 2026
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