Does the Act apply to age distinctions that are included in federal, state and local laws, such as a minimum age to enroll in a public school?
No, the Act does not apply to statutes and ordinances passed by elected bodies that establish age criteria for participation in certain programs. There are a variety of exceptions to the rule that permit age to be taken into account. For example, the act permits schools and colleges to offer special programs that are geared toward providing special benefits to children and the elderly in a specific age range.
