Syn-(h)ACKI'm so cautiously optimistic about this that I'm trying hard not to celebrate because I have this crushing, cynical streak that tells me that this will either a) somehow get prevented from going into effect or b) not be around long enough to make a difference in the grand scheme of things.
But if it stands, and if it survives the 2024 US elections, then this is a HUGE moment for US workers, especially white collar and primarily tech workers. I'm currently under a 1-year non-compete myself and this will essentially nullify it the day it goes into effect. I could call up all of my contacts and go work for them immediately with no fear of reprisal.
And my former company is one of those that chooses to pursue non-compete agreements, so this would free up so many of my compatriots that still work there to go find something else. I really, really hope that this stands!
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