House subcommittee advances bill barring forced noncompetes for franchisees (SB240) A House subcommittee advanced SB240 on Feb. 26, 2026, approving a substitute that prevents franchisors from imposing noncompete clauses on franchisees except in bona fide sales; the measure was reported to the full committee 7-0.

Virginia's House subcommittee just took a significant step by advancing a bill that limits franchisors from enforcing noncompete agreements on franchisees, ensuring fairer business practices.

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