Environment
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- No material impact on the environment
Risks
- No material impact on the environment
StateNew HampshireIntroduced
SB 402: eliminating certain non-compete agreements for physician associates.
Bill Gannon
SB 402 status: Introduced — Enrolled (in recess of) 04/23/2026 HJ 11 P. 82 (updated Jul 21, 2026).
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Confidence
High
Analysis basis
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What this bill does
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Overall Score
85OUT OF 100
Score:85/100 civic fit
Risk:Low Risk
Impact:Moderate Impact 45/100
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Constitutionality90%
Bipartisan95%
Public opinion85%
Bill summary
The bill shifts labor contract law for a key healthcare profession, facilitating professional mobility and potentially increasing patient access to care within the state.
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Impact analysis
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Economy
Positive outlook
80%
Benefits
- Increases labor mobility for physician associates
- Reduces employer leverage in contract negotiations
Risks
- May require healthcare employers to adjust recruitment or retention strategies
Society
Positive outlook
85%
Benefits
- Potentially improves healthcare access by allowing providers to relocate
- Empowers healthcare professionals to transition roles without geographic barriers
Risks
- Short-term transition concerns for medical practices managing turnover
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How trustworthy & consequential it is
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Confidence
High
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Analysis basis
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Source note
Employers may pivot to non-solicitation agreements or liquidated damages clauses to bypass the intent of this ban
Analysis scope
Applies only to new contracts or renewals after the effective date
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