Section 28-1-7.1 - Prohibiting discrimination against seniors in certain volunteer service.

NM Stat § 28-1-7.1 (2019) (N/A)
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The state or a political subdivision of the state shall not exclude a person older than sixty years of age from volunteer service as long as the person is physically, mentally and professionally capable of performing the services involved. For the purposes of this section, "professionally capable" means having the ability to demonstrate reasonable proficiency and having any relevant certification in accordance with the laws, rules or technical standards that may govern the particular profession.

History: Laws 2003, ch. 231, § 1.

Effective dates. — Laws 2003, ch. 231, § 2 made the act effective July 1, 2003.