New York Senate bill S10722 proposes ban on noncompetes for healthcare workers
Key points
- Introduced October 16, 2026; currently at the proposal stage
- Would prohibit noncompetes for certain healthcare workers, except those tied to a business sale
- If enacted, agreements entered into after the effective date would be void and unenforceable; the next legislative term begins in 2027
New York Senators Michelle Hinchey and Patricia Fahy introduced Senate Bill S10722 on October 16, 2026, which would amend the Labor Law to prohibit noncompetes for certain healthcare workers, except in connection with a business sale. If enacted, such agreements entered into after the effective date would be void and unenforceable. The next legislative term begins in 2027.
What employers should do
- Monitor the bill's progress; no change to existing agreements is required at this stage
Policy details
- Jurisdiction
- New York State
- Status
- Proposed rule
- Effective date
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- Employers covered
- Employers that engage certain healthcare workers
- Official source
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