[Federal Register Volume 84, Number 142 (Wednesday, July 24, 2019)]
[Notices]
[Page 35688]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2019-15725]


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DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR

Geological Survey

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Call for Nominations for the Scientific Earthquake Studies 
Advisory Committee

AGENCY: U.S. Geological Survey, Department of the Interior.

ACTION: Call for nominations.

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SUMMARY: The Department of the Interior is seeking nominations to serve 
on the Scientific Earthquake Studies Advisory Committee (SESAC). The 
SESAC advises the Director of the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) on 
matters relating to the USGS's participation in the National Earthquake 
Hazards Reduction Program.

DATES: Nominations to participate on the SESAC must be received by 
August 26, 2019.

ADDRESSES: Send nominations electronically to 
[email protected] or by mail to Linda Huey, U.S. Geological 
Survey, U.S. Department of the Interior, 12201 Sunrise Valley Drive, 
Mail Stop 905, Reston, VA 20192.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Dr. Michael Blanpied, U.S. Geological 
Survey, MS 905, 12201 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston, Virginia 20192; 
703-648-6696; [email protected]

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The SESAC conducts its operations in 
accordance with the provisions of the Federal Advisory Committee Act. 
The SESAC provides recommendations and advice to the Director of the 
USGS (Director), and functions solely as an advisory body. The SESAC 
reviews the current activities of the USGS Earthquake Hazards Program 
and discusses future priorities.
    The SESAC includes up to 10 members, who are qualified in the 
seismic sciences and other appropriate fields involved in national 
earthquake research activities. Selection of individuals for the SESAC 
shall be based solely on established records of distinguished service, 
and the Director shall ensure that a reasonable cross-section of views 
and expertise is represented. In selecting individuals to serve on the 
SESAC, the Director shall seek and give due consideration to 
recommendations from the National Academy of Sciences, professional 
societies, and other appropriate organizations. SESAC members are 
appointed for staggered terms to ensure continuity. Nominations 
received through this call may be used to fill future vacancies on the 
SESAC. Nominations will be reviewed by the USGS and additional 
information may be requested from nominees. Final selection and 
appointment of SESAC members will be made by the Director.
    The SESAC meets approximately 1-2 times per year. SESAC members 
will serve without compensation, but travel and per diem costs will be 
provided by the USGS. The USGS will also provide necessary support 
services to the SESAC. SESAC meetings are open to the public.
    Nominations may come from individuals, employers, associations, 
professional organizations, or other geospatial organizations. 
Nominations should include a resume or curriculum vitae providing an 
adequate description of the nominee's qualifications sufficient for the 
USGS to make an informed decision regarding meeting the membership 
requirements of the SESAC and permit the nominated person to be 
contacted. Nominations may optionally include supporting letters from 
employers, associations, professional organizations, and/or other 
organizations.
    Additional information about the SESAC and the nomination process 
is posted on the SESAC webpage at https://earthquake.usgs.gov/aboutus/sesac/.

    Authority: 5 U.S.C. Appendix 2.

Trent Richardson,
Deputy Associate Director, Natural Hazards Mission Area.
[FR Doc. 2019-15725 Filed 7-23-19; 8:45 am]
 BILLING CODE 4338-11-P