Noncompete and Conflict of Interest Clauses - Licensed Architects - Employer Workforce Relocation and Out-of-State Employers

Legislative status

1. Introduced
2. In Committee
3. Reported by Committee
4. Floor Vote Scheduled
5. Passed One Chamber
6. Passed Both Chambers
7. Sent to Executive
8. Signed into Law

Summary

The law makes certain noncompete and conflict‑of‑interest provisions in employment contracts unenforceable if the employer moves the majority of its workforce or its main office outside Maryland. It applies to lower‑wage workers, licensed health‑care and veterinary staff, and employees of firms that shift most of their employees out of state. The change aims to protect workers’ ability to find new jobs after a relocation.

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Hearings

• Government, Labor, and Elections — Bill Hearing
  Government, Labor, and Elections · Feb 19, 2026

History

1. Apr 28, 2026Approved by the Governor - Chapter 301
2. Apr 11, 2026Third Reading Passed
3. Apr 11, 2026Passed Enrolled
4. Apr 11, 2026House Concurs Senate Amendments
5. Apr 10, 2026Third Reading Passed
6. Apr 10, 2026Second Reading Passed with Amendments
7. Apr 10, 2026Favorable with Amendments Report by Finance
8. Apr 10, 2026Favorable with Amendments {
9. Mar 23, 2026Referred Finance
10. Mar 21, 2026Third Reading Passed
11. Mar 20, 2026Second Reading Passed with Amendments
12. Mar 20, 2026Favorable with Amendments Report by Government, Labor, and Elections

The 12 most recent of 15 recorded actions.

Sponsors

• Pruski · sponsor
• Lehman
• Ruth
• Stewart
• Terrasa

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