§ 531.402 Employee coverage

5 CFR 531.402(a)(a) Except as provided in paragraph (b) of this section, this subpart applies to employees who—

5 CFR 531.402(a)(1)(1) Are classified and paid under the General Schedule;

5 CFR 531.402(a)(2)(2) Occupy permanent positions; and

5 CFR 531.402(a)(3)(3) Are paid less than the maximum rate of their grade.

5 CFR 531.402(b)(b) This subpart does not apply to any employee who is appointed by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate.