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§ 3031. Purposes
The purposes of this subchapter are—
(1) to expand the Nation’s knowledge and understanding of the older population and the aging process;
(2) to design, test, and promote the use of innovative ideas and best practices in programs and services for older individuals;
(3) to help meet the needs for trained personnel in the field of aging; and
(4) to increase awareness of citizens of all ages of the need to assume personal responsibility for their own longevity.
(Pub. L. 89–73, title IV, § 401, as added Pub. L. 106–501, title IV, § 401, Nov. 13, 2000, 114 Stat. 2257.)