§ 1040.85 Definitions of “Normal Operation” and “Statutory Objective”.

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Title 10—Energy > CHAPTER X—DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (GENERAL PROVISIONS) > PART 1040—NONDISCRIMINATION IN FEDERALLY ASSISTED PROGRAMS OR ACTIVITIES > Subpart E—Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Age—Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as Amended > Standards for Determining Age Discrimination

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For purpose of §§ 1040.86 and 1040.87, the terms normal operation and statutory objective shall have the following meanings:

(a) Normal operation means the operation of a program or activity without significant changes that would impair its ability to meet its objectives.

(b) Statutory objective means any purpose of a program or activity expressly stated in any Federal, State, or local statute or ordinance adopted by an elected, general purpose legislative body.

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