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Age Discrimination in Employment Act

Age Discrimination in Employment Act definition - legal

n

Federal statute that protects most employees between 40 and 70 years of age from age discrimination in the workforce. Other federal and local laws provide other protections against age discrimination in such areas as housing. Abbreviated ADEA.

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