Assembly Bill 1180 seeks to amend Wisconsin's laws regarding restrictive covenants in employment contracts, specifically focusing on postemployment nonsolicitation clauses. The bill renumbers and amends existing statute 103.465, which currently allows covenants not to compete if they are deemed reasonably necessary for the protection of the employer. The new provisions will make it illegal, void, and unenforceable for any employment contract to include clauses that prohibit a former employee or agent from soliciting other employees or agents to work for a different employer after their employment has ended.

Additionally, the bill introduces a requirement for employers to post a notice in conspicuous locations and on their websites, informing employees that such nonsolicitation provisions are considered unreasonable restraints on trade and are therefore illegal. The changes aim to enhance employee mobility and reduce restrictions that may hinder their ability to seek new employment opportunities. The bill will apply to any nonsolicitation provisions in employment contracts that are entered into, extended, modified, or renewed on or after the effective date of the new law.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 103.465(title), 103.465