### Question
How is the term general Federal pay increase defined?


### Answer
The term **general Federal pay increase** is defined in *38 U.S.C. § 7631* as the following:

> an adjustment (if an increase) in the rates of pay under the General Schedule under subchapter III of chapter 53 of title 5

#### Citation:
  - *38 U.S.C. § 7631*
  - Heading: **PART V-BOARDS, ADMINISTRATIONS, AND SERVICES > CHAPTER 76-HEALTH PROFESSIONALS EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM > SUBCHAPTER IV-ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS**

