Age in America: Are mandatory retirement ages legal?

The video discusses age discrimination laws, highlighting the Age Discrimination Employment Act, which protects employees aged 40 to 69 from mandatory retirement. Exceptions exist for executives aged 65 to 69 earning over $44,000 annually. The importance of older workers is emphasized, debunking stereotypes about their productivity. Companies can conduct periodic physical and mental tests if they are non-discriminatory and job-related. The video also stresses the need for consistent criteria across employee categories.

How do state laws regarding age discrimination differ from federal laws?

What criteria can companies use to conduct periodic physical and mental tests for employees?