The term “excepted service” has the meaning given that term in section 2103 of title 5.
The term “historically Black college or university” has the meaning given the term “part B institution” in section 1061 of title 20.
The term “institution of higher education” has the meaning given that term in section 1001 of title 20.
The term “minority-serving institution” means an institution of higher education described in section 1067q(a) of title 20.
If an individual who receives an offer of employment under subsection (b)(3) accepts such offer, the Secretary shall appoint, without regard to provisions of subchapter I of chapter 33 of title 5 (except for section 3328 of such title) such individual to the position specified in such offer.
Not later than 1 year after December 27, 2020, and on an annual basis thereafter, the Secretary shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the Program.