This goes into effect September 4, 2024. Employers with existing non-compete agreements must post the notice on page 163 (38504). After that date you may accept a job offer from anybody, including a direct competitor, and not worry about violating any non-compete agreement.
FTC Non-compete rule published in Federal Register
Submitted 6 months ago by DemBoSain@midwest.social to workreform@lemmy.world
https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2024-05-07/pdf/FR-2024-05-07.pdf