Notwithstanding Section 3118, any state or local agency that chooses to utilize volunteers shall implement a policy whereby no person aged 60 years or older may be excluded from volunteer service if the person is physically, mentally, and professionally capable of performing the services involved. A person shall be deemed professionally capable if he or she can demonstrate reasonable proficiency or relevant certification and performs his or her professional duties in accordance with laws, regulations, or technical standards governing his or her area of volunteer responsibility.
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Section § 3119.5
This California law mandates that if a state or local agency uses volunteers, they must not exclude anyone 60 years or older from participating as long as they can physically, mentally, and professionally perform the volunteer tasks. This means that the person must show they have the necessary skills or certification and follow relevant laws and standards for their volunteer role.
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