### Question
How does the law define agency?


### Answer
Under *5 U.S.C. § 5379*, **agency** is defined as:

> an agency under subparagraph (A), (B), (C), (D), or (E) of section 4101(1) of this title, the Architect of the Capitol, the Botanic Garden, and the Office of Congressional Accessibility Services

#### Citation:
  - *5 U.S.C. § 5379*
  - Heading: **PART III-EMPLOYEES > Subpart D-Pay and Allowances > CHAPTER 53-PAY RATES AND SYSTEMS > SUBCHAPTER VII-MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS**

