The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA):
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Prohibits discrimination against individuals over 40 with respect to hiring, compensation, terms, conditions and privileges of employment on the basis of age
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Eliminates mandatory retirement age for employees (with some exceptions, e.g., pilots)
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Applies to employers with 20 employees; unions with 25 members; employment agencies, federal, state and local governments
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Is enforced by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
More information about the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA).
