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§ 42.711 Exception; authorized by law.

(a) This subpart does not apply to an age distinction contained in a portion of a federal or state statute or a local statute or ordinance adopted by an elected, general-purpose legislative body which portion:

(1) Provides any benefits or assistance to persons on the basis of age;

(2) Establishes criteria for participation in age-related terms; or

(3) Describes intended beneficiaries or target groups in age-related terms.

(b) The exception set forth in paragraph (a) of this section does not extend to regulations adopted by an administrative agency pursuant to a specific statutory provision or otherwise.