5 CFR § 531.503Chapter I
Purpose of quality step increases
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The purpose of quality step increases is to provide appropriate incentives and recognition for excellence in performance by granting faster than normal step increases.
[60 FR 43948, Aug. 23, 1995]
eCFR data current as of: November 5, 2026
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