(a) In generalNotwithstanding the fourth sentence of section 601(b) of this title, the Director of the Congressional Budget Office may establish and fix the compensation of senior level positions in the Congressional Budget Office to meet critical scientific, technical, professional, or executive needs of the Office.
(b) Limitation on compensationThe annual rate of pay for any position established under this section may not exceed the annual rate of pay for level II of the Executive Schedule.
(c) Effective dateThis section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2017 and each succeeding fiscal year.
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CHAPTER 17— CONGRESSIONAL BUDGET OFFICE
§ 603. Public access to budget data
§ 605. Sale or lease of property, supplies, or services
§ 606. Disposition of surplus or obsolete property
§ 607. Lump-sum payments for annual leave to separated employees
§ 608. Lump-sum payments to enhance staff recruitment and to reward exceptional performance
§ 610. Repayment of student loan on behalf of employee
§ 611. Employee development program