### Question
How does the law define high-demand, low-density military capability?


### Answer
Under *37 U.S.C. § 329*, **high-demand, low-density military capability** is defined as:

> a combat, combat support or service support capability, unit, system, or occupational specialty that the Secretary of Defense determines has funding, equipment, or personnel levels that are substantially below the levels required to fully meet or sustain actual or expected operational requirements set by regional commanders

#### Citation:
  - *37 U.S.C. § 329*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 5-SPECIAL AND INCENTIVE PAYS > SUBCHAPTER I-EXISTING SPECIAL PAY, INCENTIVE PAY, AND BONUS AUTHORITIES**

