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

Summary

The legislation makes noncompete and conflict‑of‑interest provisions in employment contracts void if the employer moves the majority of its workforce or principal place of business outside Maryland. It applies to contracts signed on or after Oct. 1, 2026 and covers low‑wage workers, certain health‑care staff, veterinary staff, and employees of firms that once had most staff in‑state but later relocate. For high‑earning health‑care workers, any remaining noncompete is limited to one year and a ten‑mile radius, and patients must be notified of a former employee’s new practice location.

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