[Federal Register Volume 79, Number 138 (Friday, July 18, 2014)]
[Notices]
[Pages 42075-42076]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2014-16929]


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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS


Solicitation of Nominations for Appointment to the Advisory 
Committee on Cemeteries and Memorials

ACTION: Notice.

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SUMMARY: The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), National Cemetery 
Administration (NCA), is seeking nominations of qualified candidates to 
be considered for appointment as a member of the Advisory Committee on 
Cemeteries and Memorials (herein-after in this section referred to as 
``the Committee''). In accordance with Public Law 93-43, there shall be 
appointed by the Secretary an Advisory Committee on Cemeteries and 
Memorials. The Secretary shall advise and consult with the Committee 
from time to time with respect to the administration of the cemeteries 
for which the Secretary is responsible. Nominations of qualified 
candidates are being sought to fill upcoming vacancies on the 
Committee.

DATES: Nominations for membership on the Committee must be received no 
later than 5:00 p.m. EST on August 15, 2014.

ADDRESSES: All nominations should be mailed to National Cemetery 
Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Ave. NW., 
(43A2), Washington, DC 20420, or faxed to (202) 632-7910.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mr. Michael Nacincik, National 
Cemetery Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont 
Ave. NW., (43A2), Washington, DC 20420, telephone (202) 632-8013. A 
copy of Committee charter and list of the current membership can be 
obtained by contacting Mr. Nacincik or by accessing the Web site 
managed by NCA at: http://www.cem.va.gov/cem/about/advisory_committee.asp.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Appointed by the Secretary, the Advisory 
Committee on Cemeteries and Memorials (ACCM) was established under 
Public Law 93-43, June 18, 1973) Title 38 United States Code, Section 
2401. The Committee consists of veterans who represent diversity and 
are recognized authorities in fields pertinent to the needs of Veterans 
they embody. Diversity group member means an individual who is Asian 
American, Black, Hispanic, Native American (including American Indian, 
Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian), or Pacific Islander American. The 
Committee responsibilities include:
    (1) Advising the Secretary and Congress on VA's administration on 
burial benefits and the selection of cemetery sites, the erection of 
appropriate memorials, and the adequacy of Federal burial benefits;
    (2) Providing to Congress an annual report outlining 
recommendations, concerns, and observations on VA's delivery of 
services to Veterans;
    (3) Meeting with VA officials, Veteran Service Organizations, and 
other stakeholders to access the Department's efforts in providing 
burial benefits and outreach to Veterans and their dependents.
    Management and support services for the Committee are provided by 
NCA.
    Nominations: NCA is requesting nominations for upcoming vacancies 
on the Committee. The Committee is currently composed of 11 members, in 
addition to ex-officio members. This announcement is seeking 
nominations of Committee members. The members of the Committee are 
appointed by the Secretary of Veteran Affairs from the general public, 
including:
    (1) Veterans or other individuals who are recognized authorities in 
fields pertinent to the needs of Veterans;
    (2) Veterans who have experience in a military theater of 
operations;
    (3) Recently separated veterans.
    The Secretary shall determine the number, terms of service, and pay 
and allowances of members of the Committee appointed by the Secretary, 
except that a term of service of any such member may not exceed four 
years. The Secretary may reappoint any such member for additional terms 
of service.
    Required Professional Qualifications: Nominees should meet all of 
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following criteria to be eligible for consideration.
    (1) Must be diverse in your professional and personal 
qualifications;
    (2) Must have experience in military service and military 
deployments;
    (3) Is currently working with veterans;
    (4) Committee subject matter expertise;
    (5) Have experience working in large and complex organizations;
    (6) Must identify your Branch of Service and Rank;
    (7) Must identify your Race and Ethnicity to ensure balance of 
membership.
    Desirable Qualifications:
    Requirements for Nomination Submission: Nominations should be type 
written (one nomination per nominator). Nomination package should 
include: (1) A letter of nomination that clearly states the name and 
affiliation of the nominee, the basis for the nomination (i.e. specific 
attributes which qualify the nominee for service in this capacity), and 
a statement from the nominee indicating the willingness to serve as a 
member of the Committee; (2) the nominee's contact information, 
including name, mailing address, telephone numbers, and email address; 
(3) the nominee's curriculum vitae; and (4) a summary of the nominee's 
experience and qualifications relative to the required professional 
qualifications criteria listed above.
    Individuals selected for appointment to the Committee shall be 
invited to serve a two-year term. Committee members will receive a 
stipend for attending Committee meetings, including per diem and 
reimbursement for travel expenses incurred.
    The Department makes every effort to ensure that the membership of 
VA federal advisory committees is fairly balanced in terms of points of 
view represented and the Committee's function. Every effort is made to 
ensure that a broad representation of geographic areas, males and 
females, racial and ethnic minority groups, and the disabled are given 
consideration for membership on VA federal advisory committees. 
Appointment to this Committee shall be made without discrimination 
because of a person's race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, 
disability, or genetic information. Nominations must state that the 
nominee is willing to serve as a member of the Committee and appears to 
have no conflict of interest that would preclude membership. An ethics 
review is conducted for each selected nominee.

    Dated: July 15, 2014.
Jelessa Burney,
Federal Advisory Committee Management Officer.
[FR Doc. 2014-16929 Filed 7-17-14; 8:45 am]
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