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The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) is a federal statute that prohibits employment discrimination against persons 40 years of age or older. The ADEA is located in the United States Code, beginning at 29 U.S.C. §621.

In Idaho, as in all states, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) applies, providing protection for individuals who are 40 years of age or older from discrimination in employment based on age. The ADEA, which is a federal law, prohibits employers from engaging in discriminatory practices regarding hiring, firing, promotions, layoffs, compensation, benefits, job assignments, and training based on an individual's age. The law applies to employers with 20 or more employees, including state and local governments, employment agencies, and labor organizations. While the ADEA sets the federal standard, Idaho may also have state laws that provide similar or additional protections against age discrimination in employment. However, the ADEA serves as the baseline for age discrimination protections, and employers in Idaho must comply with its provisions.

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Understanding the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA)

For many, age can be a barrier to employment opportunities due to unfounded prejudices or biases. Recognizing the need to protect older workers from unfair treatment, Congress passed the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) in 1967.

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