Meeting of the National Commission on the Structure of the Air Force; Correction, 3185-3186 [2014-00903]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 79, No. 12 / Friday, January 17, 2014 / Notices (viii) Date Report Delivered to Congress: 8 Jan 14 DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE United Arab Emirates (UAE)—Blanket Order Training emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with NOTICES The Government of the United Arab Emirates has requested a possible sale for follow on United States Marine Corps blanket order training, training support, and other related elements of program support for the United Arab Emirates Presidential Guard Command. The estimated cost is $150 million. This proposed sale will contribute to the foreign policy and national security of the United States by helping to improve the security of a friendly country that has been and continues to be an important force for political stability and economic progress in the Middle East. The UAE continues hostnation support of vital U.S. forces stationed at Al Dhafra Air Base and plays a vital role in supporting U.S. regional interests. The proposed sale will provide the continuation of U.S. Marine Corps training of the UAE’s Presidential Guard for counterterrorism, counter-piracy, critical infrastructure protection, and national defense. The training also provides engagement opportunities through military exercises, training, and common equipment. The Presidential Guard currently uses these skills alongside U.S. forces, particularly in Afghanistan. The proposed sale of this training will not alter the basic military balance in the region. There will be no principal contractors associated with this proposed sale. There are no known offset agreements proposed in connection with this potential sale. Implementation of this proposed sale will not require the permanent assignment of any U.S. Government or contractor representatives to the UAE. Training teams will travel to the country on a temporary basis. There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a result of this proposed sale. BILLING CODE 5001–06–P DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Office of the Secretary POLICY JUSTIFICATION [FR Doc. 2014–00853 Filed 1–16–14; 8:45 am] Office of the Secretary [Docket ID: DoD–2014–OS–0008] Meeting of the National Commission on the Structure of the Air Force; Correction Notice of Availability (NOA) of an Environmental Assessment (EA) for the Demolition of Buildings 10, 11, and 67 at Defense Supply Center Richmond, Virginia Defense Logistics Agency, DoD. Notice of Availability (NOA) of an Environmental Assessment (EA) for the Demolition of Buildings 10, 11, and 67 at Defense Supply Center Richmond, Virginia. AGENCY: ACTION: The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) announces the availability of an environmental assessment (EA) for the potential environmental impacts associated with the proposed action to demolish two warehouses (Buildings 10 and 11) and a former heat plant (Building 67) at Defense Supply Center Richmond, Virginia. The EA has been prepared as required under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) (1969). In addition, the EA complies with DLA Regulation 1000.22. DLA has determined that the proposed action would not have a significant impact on the human environment within the context of NEPA. Therefore, the preparation of an environmental impact statement is not required. DATES: The public comment period will end 30 days after publication of this NOA in the Federal Register. Comments received by the end of the 30-day period will be considered when preparing the final version of the document. The EA is available electronically at https:// www.dla.mil/Documents/ CheckDraftBldgDemoEA11152013.docx. SUMMARY: You may submit comments to one of the following: • Federal eRulemaking Portal: https:// www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments. • Mail: Federal Docket Management System Office, 4800 Mark Center Drive, East Tower, 2nd floor, Suite 02G09, Alexandria, VA 22350–3100. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Ann Engelberger at (703) 767–0705 during normal business hours Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (EST) or by email: Ann.Engelberger@ dla.mil. ADDRESSES: Dated: January 14, 2014. Aaron Siegel, Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense. [FR Doc. 2014–00886 Filed 1–16–14; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 5001–06–P VerDate Mar<15>2010 17:00 Jan 16, 2014 Jkt 232001 3185 PO 00000 Frm 00023 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 Director of Administration and Management, DoD. ACTION: Notice of advisory committee meeting; correction. AGENCY: The Department of Defense (DoD) announces a correction to its notice in the December 27, 2013 Federal Register (78 FR 78944–78946) of a Federal advisory committee meeting of the National Commission on the Structure of the Air Force (‘‘the Commission’’) on Thursday, January 9, 2014, from 11:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The published agenda did not include testimony from Dr. Scott Comes, Acting Director of the Office of DoD Cost Assessment and Program Evaluation (CAPE). No public commenters appeared before the Commission. For additional information, see the Commission’s Web site at https:// afcommission.whs.mil. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mrs. Marcia Moore, Designated Federal Officer, National Commission on the Structure of the Air Force, 1950 Defense Pentagon, Room 3A874, Washington, DC 20301–1950. Email: marcia.l.moore12.civ@mail.mil. Desk (703) 545–9113. Facsimile (703) 692– 5625. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: SUMMARY: Background The National Commission on the Structure of the Air Force was established by the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 (Pub. L. 112–239). The Department of Defense sponsor for the Commission is the Director of Administration and Management, Office of the Secretary of Defense. The Commission is tasked to submit a report, containing a comprehensive study and recommendations, by February 1, 2014 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 U.S. Air Force will determine whether, and how, the structure should be modified to best fulfill current and anticipated mission requirements for the U.S. Air Force in E:\FR\FM\17JAN1.SGM 17JAN1 3186 Federal Register / Vol. 79, No. 12 / Friday, January 17, 2014 / Notices a manner consistent with available resources. Dated: January 14, 2014. Aaron Siegel, Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense. [FR Doc. 2014–00903 Filed 1–16–14; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 5001–06–P DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Office of the Secretary Independent Review Panel on Military Medical Construction Standards; Notice of Federal Advisory Committee Meeting Department of Defense (DoD). Notice of meeting. AGENCY: ACTION: The Department of Defense is publishing this notice to announce that the following Federal Advisory Committee meeting of the Independent Review Panel on Military Medical Construction Standards (‘‘the Panel’’) will take place. DATES: SUMMARY: emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with NOTICES Thursday, February 6, 2014 8 a.m.–12:30 p.m. (Administrative Working Meeting) 12:30 p.m.–5 p.m. (Open Session) Friday, February 7, 2014 7:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. (Administrative Working Meeting) ADDRESSES: Defense Health Headquarters (DHHQ), Pavilion Salon C, 7700 Arlington Blvd., Falls Church, Virginia 22042 (escort required; see guidance in SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION, ‘‘Public’s Accessibility to the Meeting.’’) FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: The Director is Ms. Christine Bader, 7700 Arlington Boulevard, Suite 5101, Falls Church, Virginia 22042, (703) 681–6653, Fax: (703) 681–9539, christine.bader@ dha.mil. For meeting information, please contact Ms. Camille Gaviola, 7700 Arlington Boulevard, Suite 5101, Falls Church, Virginia 22042, camille.gaviola@dha.mil, (703) 681– 6686, Fax: (703) 681–9539. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: This meeting is being held under the provisions of the Federal Advisory Committee Act 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 the Meeting At this meeting, the Panel will address the Ike Skelton National VerDate Mar<15>2010 17:00 Jan 16, 2014 Jkt 232001 Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2011 (Pub. L. 111–383), Section 2852(b) requirement to provide the Secretary of Defense independent advice and recommendations regarding a construction standard for military medical centers to provide a single standard of care, as set forth below: a. Reviewing the unified military medical construction standards to determine the standards consistency with industry practices and benchmarks for world class medical construction; b. Reviewing ongoing construction programs within the DoD to ensure medical construction standards are uniformly applied across applicable military centers; c. Assessing the DoD approach to planning and programming facility improvements with specific emphasis on facility selection criteria and proportional assessment system; and facility programming responsibilities between the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs and the Secretaries of the Military Departments; d. Assessing whether the Comprehensive Master Plan for the National Capital Region Medical (‘‘the Master Plan’’), dated April 2010, is adequate to fulfill statutory requirements, as required by section 2714 of the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010 (division B of Pub. L. 111–84; 123 Stat. 2656), to ensure that the facilities and organizational structure described in the Master Plan result in world class military medical centers in the National Capital Region; and e. Making recommendations regarding any adjustments of the Master Plan that are needed to ensure the provision of world class military medical centers and delivery system in the National Capital Region. Agenda Pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552b, as amended, and 41 CFR 102–3.140 through 102–3.165 and subject to availability of space, the Panel meeting is open to the public from 12:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. on February 6, 2014. On February 6, 2014, the Panel will receive briefings from the Department to include an overview of the unified military medical construction standards and ongoing construction programs. Additionally, the Panel will receive a briefing on the Comprehensive Master Plan for the National Capital Region Medical. Availability of Materials for the Meeting A copy of the agenda or any updates to the agenda for the February 6–7, 2014 meeting, as well as any other materials PO 00000 Frm 00024 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 presented in the meeting, may be obtained at the meeting. Public’s Accessibility to the Meeting Pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552b, as amended, and 41 CFR 102–3.140 through 102–3.165 and subject to availability of space, this meeting is open to the public. Seating is limited and is on a first-come basis. All members of the public who wish to attend the public meeting must contact Ms. Camille Gaviola at the number listed in the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT section no later than 12 p.m. on Friday, January 31, 2014 to register and make arrangements for a DHHQ escort, if necessary. Public attendees requiring escort should arrive at the DHHQ Visitor’s Entrance with sufficient time to complete security screening no later than 12:00 p.m. on February 6. To complete security screening, please come prepared to present two forms of identification and one must be a picture identification card. Special Accommodations Individuals requiring special accommodations to access the public meeting should contact Ms. Camille Gaviola at least five (5) business days prior to the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Written Statements Any member of the public wishing to provide comments to the Panel may do so in accordance with 41 CFR 102– 3.105(j) and 102–3.140 and section 10(a)(3) of the Federal Advisory Committee Act, and the procedures described in this notice. Individuals desiring to provide comments to the Panel may do so by submitting a written statement to the Director (see the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT section). Written statements should address the following details: the issue, discussion, and a recommended course of action. Supporting documentation may also be included, as needed, to establish the appropriate historical context and to provide any necessary background information. If the written statement is not received at least five (5) business days prior to the meeting, the Director may choose to postpone consideration of the statement until the next open meeting. The Director will review all timely submissions with the Panel Chairperson and ensure they are provided to members of the Panel before the meeting that is subject to this notice. After reviewing the written comments, the President and the Director may choose to invite the submitter to orally present E:\FR\FM\17JAN1.SGM 17JAN1

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[Federal Register Volume 79, Number 12 (Friday, January 17, 2014)]
[Notices]
[Pages 3185-3186]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2014-00903]


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DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE

Office of the Secretary


Meeting of the National Commission on the Structure of the Air 
Force; Correction

AGENCY: Director of Administration and Management, DoD.

ACTION: Notice of advisory committee meeting; correction.

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SUMMARY: The Department of Defense (DoD) announces a correction to its 
notice in the December 27, 2013 Federal Register (78 FR 78944-78946) of 
a Federal advisory committee meeting of the National Commission on the 
Structure of the Air Force (``the Commission'') on Thursday, January 9, 
2014, from 11:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The published agenda did not include 
testimony from Dr. Scott Comes, Acting Director of the Office of DoD 
Cost Assessment and Program Evaluation (CAPE). No public commenters 
appeared before the Commission. For additional information, see the 
Commission's Web site at https://afcommission.whs.mil.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mrs. Marcia Moore, Designated Federal 
Officer, National Commission on the Structure of the Air Force, 1950 
Defense Pentagon, Room 3A874, Washington, DC 20301-1950. Email: 
marcia.l.moore12.civ@mail.mil. Desk (703) 545-9113. Facsimile (703) 
692-5625.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Background

    The National Commission on the Structure of the Air Force was 
established by the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 
2013 (Pub. L. 112-239). The Department of Defense sponsor for the 
Commission is the Director of Administration and Management, Office of 
the Secretary of Defense. The Commission is tasked to submit a report, 
containing a comprehensive study and recommendations, by February 1, 
2014 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 U.S. Air Force will 
determine whether, and how, the structure should be modified to best 
fulfill current and anticipated mission requirements for the U.S. Air 
Force in

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a manner consistent with available resources.

    Dated: January 14, 2014.
Aaron Siegel,
Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense.
[FR Doc. 2014-00903 Filed 1-16-14; 8:45 am]
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