Bill Summaries: H61 (2023-2024 Session)

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  • Bill H 61 (2023-2024)
    Summary date: Feb 7 2023 - View summary

    Includes whereas clauses.

    Enacts new GS 95-31.1 making it State public policy that the employment at-will doctrine is inconsistent with the implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing that is a part of every employment contract in the state. Abolishes the doctrine of at-will employment in this state and allows an employee in this state to be fired only for just cause.
    Employment and Retirement
    GS 95

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