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DeSantis Signs Law Extending Non-Compete Agreements, Sparking Outrage

7/9/2025

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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has signed a controversial law extending non-compete agreements for high-earning employees from two to four years, a move that favors corporations like Citadel. Critics warn this could hinder innovation and limit workers' freedom, highlighting a stark contrast between Florida's pro-business stance and other states prioritizing worker rights.

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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has signed a controversial law extending non-compete agreements for high-earning employees from two to four years, a move that favors corporations like Citadel. Critics warn this could hinder innovation and limit workers' freedom, highlighting a stark contrast between Florida's pro-business stance and other states prioritizing worker rights.