[Federal Register Volume 75, Number 76 (Wednesday, April 21, 2010)]
[Notices]
[Pages 20856-20857]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2010-9121]


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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

Coast Guard

[Docket No. USCG-2010-0274]


Towing Safety Advisory Committee; Vacancies

AGENCY: Coast Guard, DHS.

ACTION: Request for applications.

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SUMMARY: The Coast Guard seeks applications for membership on the 
Towing Safety Advisory Committee (TSAC). This Committee advises the 
Coast Guard on matters relating to shallow-draft inland and coastal 
waterway navigation and towing safety.

DATES: Completed application forms should reach us on or before May 21, 
2010.

ADDRESSES: Application forms are available for download on the Advisory 
Committee's Web site at http://homeport.uscg.mil/tsac. Look for the 
Application for Committee Membership ACM under ``General Information''. 
You may also request an application form be e-mailed or sent to you by 
writing to Commandant (CG-5222)/TSAC, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second 
St., SW., STOP 7126, Washington, DC 20593-7126; calling 202-372-1427; 
or e-mail to [email protected].
    Also a copy of the application form, as well as this notice, is 
available in our online docket, USCG-2010-0274, at http://www.regulations.gov. Send your completed application to Michael J. 
Harmon, the Alternate Designated Federal Officer (ADFO) at the street 
address above.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Michael J. Harmon, ADFO of Towing 
Safety Advisory Committee (TSAC); telephone 202-372-1427; fax 202-372-
1926; or e-mail at [email protected].

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Towing Safety Advisory Committee (TSAC) 
(``Committee'') is a Federal advisory committee under 5 U.S.C. App. 
(Pub. L. 92-463). It was established under authority of 33 U.S.C. 1231a 
and advises the Secretary of Homeland Security on matters relating to 
shallow-draft inland and coastal waterway navigation and towing safety. 
This advice also assists the Coast Guard in formulating the position of 
the United States in advance of meetings of the International Maritime 
Organization.
    The Committee meets at least twice a year around towing industry 
populations and in the Washington DC area. It may also meet for 
extraordinary purposes. Subcommittees and workgroups may conduct 
intersessional telephonic meetings when necessary for specific tasking. 
The 16 members include:
    [cir] 7 representatives from the Barge and Towing industry 
(reflecting a regional geographical balance);
    [cir] 1 member from the Offshore Mineral and Oil Supply Vessel 
industry;
    [cir] 2 members each from the following sectors:
    [ssbox] Maritime Labor;
    [ssbox] Shippers (of whom one will be engaged in the shipment of 
oil or hazardous materials by barge);
    [ssbox] Port District Authorities or Terminal Operators;
    [ssbox] The General Public.
    The Coast Guard is currently considering applications for six 
positions that will become vacant on September 30, 2010:
     3 from the Barge and Towing industry;
     1 from the Port District Authorities or Terminal 
Operators;
     1 from Maritime Labor;
     1 from Shippers (who must represent engagement in the 
shipment of oil or hazardous materials by barge).
    To be eligible, applicants should have expertise, knowledge, and 
experience relative to the position in the towing industry, marine 
transportation, or business operations associated with shallow-draft 
inland and coastal waterway navigation and towing safety. Registered 
lobbyists are not eligible to serve on Federal advisory committees. 
Registered lobbyists are lobbyists required to comply with provisions 
contained in the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 (Pub. L. 110-81, as 
amended). Each member serves for a term of three years. Members may be 
considered to serve consecutive terms. All members serve at their own 
expense

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and receive no salary, or other compensation from the Federal 
Government. The exception to this policy is the possible reimbursement 
of travel expenses depending on fiscal budgetary constraints.
    In support of the policy of the Coast Guard on gender and ethnic 
diversity, we encourage qualified women and members of minority groups 
to apply. The Coast Guard values diversity; all the different 
characteristics and attributes that enhance the mission of the Coast 
Guard.
    If you are interested in applying to become a member of the 
Committee, send a completed application to Michael J. Harmon, Alternate 
Designated Federal Officer (ADFO) of TSAC at Commandant (CG-5222)/TSAC, 
U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second ST SW., STOP 7126, Washington, DC 20593-
7126. Send the application in time for it to be received by the DFO on 
or before May 21, 2010. Ensure the application is signed and include 
the short page which allows us to maintain political affiliation on 
file. In addition to your ``HOME ADDRESS'', please include a valid e-
mail address in that block. In the ``TELEPHONE'' block please include a 
valid contact number as well as a valid FAX number if available. A copy 
of the application form is available in the docket for this notice. To 
visit our online docket, go to http://www.regulations.gov, enter the 
docket number for this notice (USCG-2010-0274) in the Search box, and 
click ``Go.''

    Dated: April 14, 2010.
J.G. Lantz,
Director of Commercial Regulations and Standards.
[FR Doc. 2010-9121 Filed 4-20-10; 8:45 am]
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