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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
Department of Defense (DoD),
Deputy Chief Management Officer.
ACTION: Notice of Federal Advisory
Committee Meeting.
AGENCY:
The DoD is publishing this
notice to announce two days of
meetings of the National Commission on
the Future of the Army (‘‘the
Commission’’). The meetings will be
partially closed to the public.
DATES: Date of the Closed Meetings:
Wednesday, June 17, 2015, from 1:00
p.m. to 6:45 p.m. Date of the Open
Meeting: Thursday, June 18, 2015, from
8:30 a.m. to 12:50 p.m.
ADDRESSES: Address of Closed Meeting,
June 17: Rm 5133, Zachary Taylor
Building, 2530 Crystal Dr., Arlington,
VA 22202.
Address of Open Meeting, June 18:
Polk Conference Room, Room 12158,
James Polk Building 2521 S. Clark St.,
Arlington, VA 22202.
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: dfo.public@ncfa.ncr.gov Desk
(703) 692–9099. Facsimile (703) 697–
8242.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Due to
circumstances beyond the control of the
Designated Federal Officer and the
Department of Defense, the National
Commission on the Future of the Army
was unable to provide public
notification of its meeting of June 17–18,
2015, as required by 41 CFR 102–
3.150(a). Accordingly, the Advisory
Committee Management Officer for the
Department of Defense, pursuant to 41
CFR 102–3.150(b), waives the 15calendar day notification requirement.
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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.
During the closed meeting on
Wednesday, June 17, 2015, the
Commission will hear classified
testimony from individual witnesses
and engage in discussion on Meeting
War Plans and Defense Scenario
Demands for Strategic Transport and
Mobility, Threats to the Homeland, and
Homeland Threat Responses.
During the open meeting on
Thursday, June 18, 2015, the
Commission will hear comments from
several organizations, the Public will
have the opportunity to provide verbal
comments, and immediately afterwards
the Commission will discuss topics
raised during the organizational and
public comment session.
Agendas
June 17, 2015—Closed Hearing: The
Commission will hear comments from
various Government organizations at the
closed hearing on June 17, 2015, and the
organizations have been asked to
address: Meeting force requirements
from the Defense Planning Guidance;
guidance for employment of the Force;
global force integration matrix;
combatant command integrated
priorities lists; operational plans and
contingency plans; studies, analysis,
assessments, and evaluations of plans,
programs, and strategies for strategic
mobility of Army forces from all three
components; current threats to the
homeland; regular and reserve
components of the Army support
current and anticipated homeland
defense and disaster assistance missions
in the United States; and Current and
projected readiness (training levels,
equipment status, and manning levels).
Speakers include, but are not limited
to, representatives from these
Government organizations: United
States Transportation Command, Office
of the Secretary of Defense’s Cost
Assessment and Program Evaluation
Office (CAPE), the Federal Bureau of
Investigation’s National
Counterterrorism Center, US Northern
Command, Fifth U.S. Army, the Deputy
Assistant Secretary of Homeland
Defense Integration and Defense
Support to Civil Authorities, and the
Director, Army National Guard. All
presentations and resulting discussion
are classified.
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June 18, 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
In accordance with applicable law, 5
U.S.C. 552b(c), and 41 CFR 102–3.155,
the DoD has determined that the portion
of the meeting scheduled for
Wednesday, June 17, 2015, from 1:00
p.m. to 6:45 p.m. will be closed to the
public. Specifically, the Assistant
Deputy Chief Management Officer, with
the coordination of the DoD FACA
Attorney, has determined in writing that
this portion of the meeting will be
closed to the public because it will
discuss matters covered by 5 U.S.C.
552b(c)(1).
Pursuant to 41 CFR 102–3.140
through 102–3.165 and the availability
of space, the meeting scheduled for June
18, 2015 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:50 p.m.at
the James Polk Building is open to the
public. Seating is limited and preregistration is strongly encouraged.
Media representatives are also
encouraged to register. Members of the
media must comply with the rules of
photography and video filming in the
James Polk Building. The closest public
parking facility is located in the
basement and along the streets. Visitors
will be required to present one form of
photograph identification. Visitors to
the James Polk Office Building will be
screened by a magnetometer, and all
items that are permitted inside the
building will be screened by an x-ray
device. Visitors should keep their
belongings with them at all times. The
following items are strictly prohibited in
the James Polk Office Building: 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 and/or closed meeting or the
Commission’s mission. The Designated
Federal Officer (DFO) will review all
submitted written statements. Written
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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
Wednesday, June 10, 2015, will be
provided to the Commission before the
June 18, 2015, meeting. Comments
received after Wednesday, June 10,
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,
twenty minutes will be reserved for
individuals or interest groups to address
the Commission on June 18, 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.
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Registration
Individuals and entities who wish to
attend the public hearing and meeting
on Thursday, June 18, 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
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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 4, 2015.
Aaron Siegel,
Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison
Officer, Department of Defense.
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DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
Office of the Secretary
Defense Policy Board; Notice of
Federal Advisory Committee Meeting
Department of Defense, Office
of the Under Secretary of Defense
(Policy).
ACTION: Federal advisory committee
meeting notice.
AGENCY:
The Department of Defense
(DoD) is publishing this notice to
announce the following Federal
advisory committee meeting of the
Defense Policy Board (DPB). This
meeting will be closed to the public.
DATES: Quarterly Meeting: Tuesday June
30, 2015, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
and Wednesday, July 1, 2015, from 8:00
a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
ADDRESSES: The Pentagon, 2000 Defense
Pentagon, Washington, DC 20301–2000.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Ms.
Ann Hansen, 2000 Defense Pentagon,
Washington, DC 20301–2000. Phone:
(703) 571–9232.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: This
meeting is being 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) (‘‘the
Sunshine Act’’), and the Federal
Advisory Committee Management Act;
Final Rule 41 CFR parts 101–6 and 102–
3 (‘‘the FACA Final Rule’’).
SUMMARY:
Purpose of Meeting
To obtain, review and evaluate
classified information related to the
DPB’s mission to advise on: (a) Issues
central to strategic DoD planning; (b)
policy implications of U.S. force
structure and force modernization and
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on DoD’s ability to execute U.S. defense
strategy; (c) U.S. regional defense
policies; and (d) other research and
analysis of topics raised by the Secretary
of Defense, the Deputy Secretary or the
Under Secretary of Defense for Policy.
Meeting Agenda
Beginning at 8:30 a.m. on June 30
through the end of the meeting on July
1, the DPB will have secret through top
secret (SCI) level discussions on
national security issues regarding Russia
regional implications.
Meeting Accessibility
Pursuant to the Sunshine Act and the
FACA Final Rule, the Department of
Defense has determined that this
meeting shall be closed to the public.
The Under Secretary of Defense (Policy),
in consultation with the Department of
Defense FACA Attorney, has
determined in writing that this meeting
be closed to the public because the
discussions fall under the purview of
Section 552b(c)(1) of the Sunshine Act
and are so inextricably intertwined with
unclassified material that they cannot
reasonably be segregated into separate
discussions without disclosing secret or
higher classified material.
Committee’s Designated Federal Officer
or Point of Contact
Ann Hansen, osd.pentagon.ousdpolicy.mbx.defense-board@mail.mil.
Written Statements
Pursuant to 41 CFR § § 102–3.105(j)
and 102–3.140(c) and section 10(a)(3) of
the FACA, the public or interested
organizations may submit written
statements to the membership of the
DPB at any time regarding its mission or
in response to the stated agenda of a
planned meeting. Written statements
should be submitted to the DPB’s
Designated Federal Officer (DFO); the
DFO’s contact information is listed in
this notice or it can be obtained from the
GSA’s FACA Database—https://
www.facadatabase.gov/.
Written statements that do not pertain
to a scheduled meeting of the DPB may
be submitted at any time. However, if
individual comments pertain to a
specific topic being discussed at a
planned meeting, then these statements
must be submitted no later than five
business days prior to the meeting in
question. The DFO will review all
submitted written statements and
provide copies to all committee
members.
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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: Department of Defense (DoD), Deputy Chief Management Officer.
ACTION: Notice of Federal Advisory Committee Meeting.
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SUMMARY: The DoD is publishing this notice to announce two days of
meetings of the National Commission on the Future of the Army (``the
Commission''). The meetings will be partially closed to the public.
DATES: Date of the Closed Meetings: Wednesday, June 17, 2015, from 1:00
p.m. to 6:45 p.m. Date of the Open Meeting: Thursday, June 18, 2015,
from 8:30 a.m. to 12:50 p.m.
ADDRESSES: Address of Closed Meeting, June 17: Rm 5133, Zachary Taylor
Building, 2530 Crystal Dr., Arlington, VA 22202.
Address of Open Meeting, June 18: Polk Conference Room, Room 12158,
James Polk Building 2521 S. Clark St., Arlington, VA 22202.
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:
dfo.public@ncfa.ncr.gov Desk (703) 692-9099. Facsimile (703) 697-8242.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Due to circumstances beyond the control of
the Designated Federal Officer and the Department of Defense, the
National Commission on the Future of the Army was unable to provide
public notification of its meeting of June 17-18, 2015, as required by
41 CFR 102-3.150(a). Accordingly, the Advisory Committee Management
Officer for the Department of Defense, pursuant to 41 CFR 102-3.150(b),
waives the 15-calendar day notification requirement. 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 Meetings
During the closed meeting on Wednesday, June 17, 2015, the
Commission will hear classified testimony from individual witnesses and
engage in discussion on Meeting War Plans and Defense Scenario Demands
for Strategic Transport and Mobility, Threats to the Homeland, and
Homeland Threat Responses.
During the open meeting on Thursday, June 18, 2015, the Commission
will hear comments from several organizations, the Public will have the
opportunity to provide verbal comments, and immediately afterwards the
Commission will discuss topics raised during the organizational and
public comment session.
Agendas
June 17, 2015--Closed Hearing: The Commission will hear comments
from various Government organizations at the closed hearing on June 17,
2015, and the organizations have been asked to address: Meeting force
requirements from the Defense Planning Guidance; guidance for
employment of the Force; global force integration matrix; combatant
command integrated priorities lists; operational plans and contingency
plans; studies, analysis, assessments, and evaluations of plans,
programs, and strategies for strategic mobility of Army forces from all
three components; current threats to the homeland; regular and reserve
components of the Army support current and anticipated homeland defense
and disaster assistance missions in the United States; and Current and
projected readiness (training levels, equipment status, and manning
levels).
Speakers include, but are not limited to, representatives from
these Government organizations: United States Transportation Command,
Office of the Secretary of Defense's Cost Assessment and Program
Evaluation Office (CAPE), the Federal Bureau of Investigation's
National Counterterrorism Center, US Northern Command, Fifth U.S. Army,
the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Homeland Defense Integration and
Defense Support to Civil Authorities, and the Director, Army National
Guard. All presentations and resulting discussion are classified.
June 18, 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
In accordance with applicable law, 5 U.S.C. 552b(c), and 41 CFR
102-3.155, the DoD has determined that the portion of the meeting
scheduled for Wednesday, June 17, 2015, from 1:00 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.
will be closed to the public. Specifically, the Assistant Deputy Chief
Management Officer, with the coordination of the DoD FACA Attorney, has
determined in writing that this portion of the meeting will be closed
to the public because it will discuss matters covered by 5 U.S.C.
552b(c)(1).
Pursuant to 41 CFR 102-3.140 through 102-3.165 and the availability
of space, the meeting scheduled for June 18, 2015 from 8:30 a.m. to
12:50 p.m.at the James Polk Building is open to the public. Seating is
limited and pre-registration is strongly encouraged. Media
representatives are also encouraged to register. Members of the media
must comply with the rules of photography and video filming in the
James Polk Building. The closest public parking facility is located in
the basement and along the streets. Visitors will be required to
present one form of photograph identification. Visitors to the James
Polk Office Building will be screened by a magnetometer, and all items
that are permitted inside the building will be screened by an x-ray
device. Visitors should keep their belongings with them at all times.
The following items are strictly prohibited in the James Polk Office
Building: 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 and/or closed meeting or the Commission's mission. The
Designated Federal Officer (DFO) will review all submitted written
statements. Written
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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 Wednesday, June
10, 2015, will be provided to the Commission before the June 18, 2015,
meeting. Comments received after Wednesday, June 10, 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, twenty minutes will be reserved
for individuals or interest groups to address the Commission on June
18, 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, June 18, 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 4, 2015.
Aaron Siegel,
Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense.
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