New Bill Would Provide Greater Protections for Older Employees

New Bill Would Provide Greater Protections for Older Employees

The U.S. House of Representatives recently introduced a bill that aims to bolster protections against age-related workplace discrimination. The Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act of 2023 (POWADA) would amend the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (ADEA) to foster a more equitable and age-inclusive work environment. The bill would re-establish the traditional burden of proof standard for age discrimination claims in the workplace.  The ADEA prohibits discriminatory practices throughout the employment process, from hiring and

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