[Federal Register Volume 80, Number 122 (Thursday, June 25, 2015)]
[Notices]
[Page 36534]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2015-15541]
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DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
Office of the Secretary
National Commission on the Future of the Army; Notice of Federal
Advisory Committee Meeting
AGENCY: Deputy Chief Management Officer, Department of Defense (DoD).
ACTION: Notice of Federal Advisory Committee Meeting.
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SUMMARY: The DoD is publishing this notice to announce a meeting of the
National Commission on the Future of the Army (``the Commission''). The
meeting will be open to the public.
DATES: Date of the Open Meeting: Thursday, July 9, 2015, from 3 p.m. to
5 p.m.
ADDRESSES: Address of Open Meeting, July 9: Courtyard by Marriott-
Killeen, 1721 East Central Texas Expressway, Killeen, Texas 76541.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mr. Don Tison, Designated Federal
Officer, National Commission on the Future of the Army, 700 Army
Pentagon, Room 3E406, Washington, DC 20310-0700, Email:
[email protected]. Desk (703) 692-9099. Facsimile (703) 697-8242.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: This meeting will be held under the
provisions of the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA) of 1972 (5
U.S.C., Appendix, as amended), the Government in the Sunshine Act of
1976 (5 U.S.C. 552b, as amended), and 41 CFR 102-3.150.
Purpose of Meeting
During the open meeting on Thursday, July 9, 2015, the Commission
will receive updates from sub-committees and hear comments from the
public, and immediately afterwards the Commission will discuss topics
raised during the organizational and public comment session.
Agendas
July 9, 2015--Open Hearing: The Commission will hear verbal
comments from Military Associations, not to exceed thirty minutes, and
public, not to exceed five minutes, and immediately afterwards the
Commission will discuss topics raised during the Organizational and
public comments session.
Meeting Accessibility
Pursuant to 41 CFR 102-3.140 through 102-3.165 and the availability
of space, the meeting scheduled for July 9, 2015 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
at the Courtyard by Marriott-Killeen is open to the public. Seating is
limited and pre-registration is strongly encouraged. Media
representatives are also encouraged to register. The closest public
parking facility is located on the Hotel grounds. Visitors should keep
their belongings with them at all times. The following items are
strictly prohibited in the Courtyard by Marriott-Killeen Conference
Room: Any pointed object, e.g., knitting needles and letter openers
(pens and pencils are permitted); any bag larger than 18'' wide x 14''
high x 8.5'' deep; electric stun guns, martial arts weapons or devices;
guns, replica guns, ammunition and fireworks; knives of any size; mace
and pepper spray; razors and box cutters.
Written Comments
Pursuant to section 10(a)(3) of the FACA and 41 CFR 102-3.105(j)
and 102-3.140, the public or interested organizations may submit
written comments to the Commission in response to the stated agenda of
the open meeting or the Commission's mission. The Designated Federal
Officer (DFO) will review all submitted written statements. Written
comments should be submitted to Mr. Donald Tison, DFO, via facsimile or
electronic mail, the preferred modes of submission. Each page of the
comment must include the author's name, title or affiliation, address,
and daytime phone number. All comments received before Thursday, July
2, 2015, will be provided to the Commission before the July 9, 2015,
meeting. Comments received after Thursday, July 2, 2015, will be
provided to the Commission before its next meeting. All contact
information may be found in the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT
section.
Oral Comments
In addition to written statements, one hour will be reserved for
individuals or interest groups to address the Commission on July 9,
2015. Those interested in presenting oral comments to the Commission
must summarize their oral statement in writing and submit with their
registration. The Commission's staff will assign time to oral
commenters at the meeting; no more than five minutes each for
individuals. While requests to make an oral presentation to the
Commission will be honored on a first come, first served basis, other
opportunities for oral comments will be provided at future meetings.
Registration
Individuals and entities who wish to attend the public hearing and
meeting on Thursday, July 9, 2015 are encouraged to register for the
event with the DFO using the electronic mail and facsimile contact
information found in the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT section. The
communication should include the registrant's full name, title,
affiliation or employer, email address, day time phone number. This
information will assist the Commission in contacting individuals should
it decide to do so at a later date. If applicable, include written
comments and a request to speak during the oral comment session. (Oral
comment requests must be accompanied by a summary of your
presentation.) Registrations and written comments should be typed.
Additional Information
The DoD sponsor for the Commission is the Deputy Chief Management
Officer. The Commission is tasked to submit a report, containing a
comprehensive study and recommendations, by February 1, 2016 to the
President of the United States and the Congressional defense
committees. The report will contain a detailed statement of the
findings and conclusions of the Commission, together with its
recommendations for such legislation and administrative actions it may
consider appropriate in light of the results of the study. The
comprehensive study of the structure of the Army will determine
whether, and how, the structure should be modified to best fulfill
current and anticipated mission requirements for the Army in a manner
consistent with available resources.
Dated: June 19, 2015.
Aaron Siegel,
Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense.
[FR Doc. 2015-15541 Filed 6-24-15; 8:45 am]
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