Employers would be barred from noncompete deals with workers earning under $150,000

Employers and workers could not enter into a noncompete agreement when the worker earns under $150,000 a year. Any agreement that breaks this rule would be void and unenforceable. The rule covers employees and employers, including businesses, state agencies, and local governments. It applies when the employee's annual compensation is below $150,000. Compensation includes any pay from the employer, such as wages, salary, and commissions. Agreements made before April 1, 2026, are excluded. The bill would take effect upon passage. The exception covers agreements entered into before April 1, 2026.