Introduced

Passed House

Passed Senate

Became law

Adjourned sine die. The bill was pending when the session ended, so it did not pass.

Last action · March 9, 2026

To Economic Development & Workforce Investment (H)

Introduced March 2, 2026

House

Adjourned Sine Die

2026 Regular Session

HB813

AN ACT relating to contracts.

Create a new section of KRS Chapter 336 to define "covenant not to compete" and "covered employee"; prohibit an employer from requiring a covered employee to enter into a covenant not to compete; set forth civil remedy, damages that can be recovered, and limitations to bring claim; require that provisions to be posted by the employer; prohibit an employer from retaliating against an employee for bringing a civil action; establish application of provisions; amend KRS 336.990 to provide civil penalties.

Civil Actions Contracts Labor and Industry Personnel and Employment Workforce

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This bill would ban employers from requiring certain workers to sign non-compete agreements, which are contracts that restrict where or for whom an employee can work after leaving a job. It sets up a process for workers to sue if an employer violates this rule and protects employees from retaliation for taking legal action. Employers would also be required to post notice of these rights in the workplace. Who it may affect: workers classified as "covered employees" under the bill's definition, and employers who currently use non-compete agreements as a condition of employment.

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