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Committee backs bill to ban physician noncompetes, with negotiated amendment to protect certain upfront investments
Senate Business, Labor, and Economic Affairs Committee · April 8, 2025
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Summary
After testimony from physicians, hospitals and health systems, the committee approved HB 620 with an amendment that preserves recovery of agreed‑upon upfront investments and delays the effective date to give hospitals time to adjust contracts.
The Senate Business, Labor and Economic Affairs Committee voted to advance House Bill 620, which would expand an existing prohibition on noncompete agreements to include all physicians. Proponents argued the ban would ease recruitment and retention in shortage areas and preserve continuity of care when physicians change…
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