§ 371. Relationship to other incentives and pays

(a) Treatment.— A bonus or incentive pay paid to a member of the uniformed services under subchapter II is in addition to any other pay and allowance to which a member is entitled, unless otherwise provided under this chapter.

(b) Exception.— A member may not receive a bonus or incentive pay under both subchapter I and subchapter II for the same activity, skill, or period of service.

(c) Relationship to Other Computations.— The amount of a bonus or incentive pay to which a member is entitled under subchapter II may not be included in computing the amount of—

(1) any increase in pay authorized by any other provision of this title; or

(2) any retired pay, retainer pay, separation pay, or disability severance pay.

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§ 371. Relationship to other incentives and pays