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# 5 U.S.C. § 4311 - Definitions

## Text

For the purpose of this subchapter, “agency”, “senior executive”, and “career appointee” have the meanings set forth in section 3132(a) of this title.

(Added Pub. L. 95–454, title IV, § 405(a), Oct. 13, 1978, 92 Stat. 1167.)

## Notes

Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries

Effective DateSection effective 9 months after Oct. 13, 1978, and congressional review of provisions of sections 401 through 412 of Pub. L. 95–454, see section 415(a)(1), (b), of Pub. L. 95–454, set out as a note under section 3131 of this title.