Protecting Older Americans Act of 2023

This bill prohibits forced arbitration for age discrimination claims involving people aged 40 or older. It amends federal law to make any pre-dispute arbitration agreement or joint-action waiver unenforceable in cases alleging age discrimination under federal, tribal, or state law. The law directly affects older workers who face age discrimination at work, ensuring they can pursue claims in court rather than being forced into private arbitration. Key provisions require courts - not arbitrators - to decide if the law applies to a dispute, and it applies to all claims arising after the bill's enactment.