Do the ADA and ADEA apply to the Armed Forces?

SN Richard Spain — Sat, 17 Apr 2021 23:10:02 -0400

Response by Sgt Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 17 at 2021 11:24 PM

Sgt Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 17 Apr 2021 23:24:37 -0400

SN Richard Spain Here are answers to your questions.

The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) is a federal law that protects workers and job applicants age 40 and over from age-based discrimination in all aspects of employment. The ADEA does not apply to elected officials, independent contractors or military personnel.
https://www.militaryonesource.mil/health-wellness/wounded-warriors/the-road-ahead/understanding-the-americans-with-disabilities-act/

Americans with Disabilities Act

The Americans with Disabilities Act protects the civil rights of people with disabilities and ensures them the same opportunities as everyone else. Learn more about what the ADA covers.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 18 at 2021 12:18 AM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 18 Apr 2021 00:18:58 -0400

SN Richard Spain Richard, contact me for a connection after you are 100% completed on you RP Profile & after you've shown your an active RP participant. Thank you for the request.

Response by SSgt Christophe Murphy made Apr 18 at 2021 12:58 AM

SSgt Christophe Murphy — Sun, 18 Apr 2021 00:58:53 -0400

What is the real question? What are you trying to sort out? Military bases will generally have ADA compliant entrances to most areas and facilities but if you are on active duty and looking at the ADA a med board may be in your future.

Response by SSG Edward Tilton made Apr 18 at 2021 3:04 PM

SSG Edward Tilton — Sun, 18 Apr 2021 15:04:13 -0400

There are no disabled people in the armed forces

Response by SMSgt Bob Wilson made Apr 19 at 2021 1:44 AM

SMSgt Bob Wilson — Mon, 19 Apr 2021 01:44:47 -0400

Yes and No. It depends on the person, disability and situation. Most active duty personnel can not claim ADA or ADEA. If you a civil service, both acts apply.