Chris Murphy and colleagues defend the competition benefits of a noncompete ban
Chris MurphyU.S. senator from Connecticut, joining a congressional letter
Chris Murphy and colleagues argued that a federal noncompete ban would improve competition after the administration stopped defending the FTC rule.
“A ban on non-compete clauses would increase competition for existing businesses”
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Lina Khan defends the FTC's noncompete ban; Andrew Ferguson challenges its authority
The FTC adopted a nationwide noncompete rule in April 2024. Lina Khan defended its benefits and the agency's legal authority. Andrew N. Ferguson argued that Congress had not authorized the rule, regardless of its policy merits. A court blocked enforcement, and the FTC later took steps to dismiss its appeals. The rule is not in effect or enforceable.
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Senate release and joint letter criticizing the withdrawal of the noncompete appeals and urging legislation.
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The joint letter responded to withdrawal of the noncompete appeals. It argued that case-by-case enforcement would be insufficient for workers bound by noncompetes.
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The letter cited projected savings in health care and argued that a ban would let physicians start new practices in their communities.
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Relative to the nationwide noncompete ban at issue, Murphy defends the policy by arguing that it would improve competition. The letter urges legislation to secure that protection.
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Khan defends rulemaking authority
“The Commission has the authority to promulgate this rule, based on the plain text of the FTC Act, case law, and statutory history.”Read statement
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