Notice of Agreements Filed, 65673 [2018-27613]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 83, No. 245 / Friday, December 21, 2018 / Notices ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY [FRL–9988–31–OAR] Clean Air Act Advisory Committee (CAAAC): Request for Nominations Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). ACTION: Request for Nominations to the Clean Air Act Advisory Committee (CAAAC). AGENCY: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) invites nominations from a diverse range of qualified candidates to be considered for appointment to its Clean Air Act Advisory Committee (CAAAC). Vacancies are anticipated to be filled by May 2019. Sources in addition to this Federal Register Notice may also be utilized in the solicitation of nominees. SUMMARY: amozie on DSK3GDR082PROD with NOTICES1 Background Clean Air Act Advisory Committee provides advice, information and recommendations on policy and technical issues associated with implementation of the Clean Air Act (CAA) as requested by EPA. These issues include the development, implementation, and enforcement of programs required by the Act. The CAAAC will provide advice and recommendations on approaches for new and expanded programs including those using innovative technologies and policy mechanisms to achieve environmental improvements; the potential health, environmental and economic effects of CAA programs on the public, the regulated community, State and local governments, and other Federal agencies; the policy and technical contents of proposed major EPA rulemaking and guidance required by the Act in order to help effectively incorporate appropriate outside advice and information; and the integration of existing policies, regulations, standards, guidelines, and procedures into programs for implementing requirements of the Act. The programs falling under the purview of the committee include, but are not limited to, those for meeting National Ambient Air Quality Standards, reducing emissions from vehicles and vehicle fuels, reducing air toxic emissions, permitting, carrying out compliance authorities, and CAArelated voluntary activities. Members are appointed by the EPA Administrator for two-year terms with the possibility of reappointment to additional term(s). The CAAAC usually meets approximately 2 times annually and the VerDate Sep<11>2014 00:00 Dec 21, 2018 Jkt 247001 average workload for the members is approximately 5 to 10 hours per month. Although EPA is unable to offer compensation or an honorarium for CAAAC members, they may receive travel and per diem allowances, according to applicable federal travel regulations. EPA is seeking nominations from academia, industry, nongovernmental/environmental organizations, community organizations, state and local government agencies, tribal governments, unions, trade associations, utilities, and lawyers/consultants. EPA values and welcomes diversity. In an effort to obtain nominations of diverse candidates, EPA encourages nominations of women and men of all racial and ethnic groups. Evaluation Criteria The following criteria will be used to evaluate nominees: • The background and experiences that would help members contribute to the diversity of perspectives on the committee (e.g., geographic, economic, social, cultural, educational, and other considerations) • Experience serving as an elected official; • Experience serving as an appointed official for a state, county, city or tribe; • Experience working on national level or on local government issues; • Demonstrated experience with air quality policy issues; • Executive management level experience with membership in broadbased networks; • Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication, and consensusbuilding skills. • Ability to volunteer time to attend meetings 2–3 times a year, participate in teleconference meetings, attend listening sessions with the Administrator or other senior-level officials; • Ability to work with others with varying perspectives to develop policy recommendations to the Administrator and prepare reports and advice letters. Nominations must include a resume and a short biography describing the professional and educational qualifications of the nominee, as well as the nominee’s current business/home address, email address, and daytime telephone number. Interested candidates may self-nominate. Please note that EPA’s policy is that, unless otherwise prescribed by statute, members generally are appointed to two- year terms. To help the Agency in evaluating the effectiveness of our outreach efforts, please also tell us how you learned of this opportunity. PO 00000 Frm 00052 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 9990 65673 Submit nominations in writing to: Larry Weinstock, Designated Federal Officer, Office of Air and Radiation, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20460. For further information or to email nominations, include in the subject line CAAAC Membership 2019 and send to caaac@epa.gov. ADDRESSES: Dated: December 13, 2018. Larry Weinstock, Designated Federal Officer, Clean Air Act Advisory Committee, Office of Air and Radiation. [FR Doc. 2018–27744 Filed 12–20–18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6560–50–P FEDERAL MARITIME COMMISSION Notice of Agreements Filed The Commission hereby gives notice of the filing of the following agreement under the Shipping Act of 1984. Interested parties may submit comments on the agreements to the Secretary by email at Secretary@fmc.gov, or by mail, Federal Maritime Commission, Washington, DC 20573, within twelve days of the date this notice appears in the Federal Register. Copies of agreements are available through the Commission’s website (www.fmc.gov) or by contacting the Office of Agreements at (202) 523–5793 or tradeanalysis@ fmc.gov. Agreement No.: 011666–005. Agreement Name: West Coast North America/Pacific Islands Vessel Sharing Agreement. Parties: Hamburg Sud and Polynesia Line Ltd. Filing Party: Conte Cicala; Clyde & Co. US LLP. Synopsis: The amendment deletes Polynesia Line and replaces it with The China Navigation Co. Pte. Ltd. The amendment also removes authority which authorizes the Parties to belong to a rate agreement in the Trade and deletes obsolete portions of the agreement. The parties have requested expedited review. Proposed Effective Date: 1/3/2019. Location: https://fmcinet/Fmc.Agreem ents.Web/Public/AgreementHistory/795. Dated: December 17, 2018. Rachel Dickon, Secretary. [FR Doc. 2018–27613 Filed 12–20–18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6731–AA–P E:\FR\FM\21DEN1.SGM 21DEN1

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[Federal Register Volume 83, Number 245 (Friday, December 21, 2018)]
[Notices]
[Page 65673]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2018-27613]


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FEDERAL MARITIME COMMISSION


Notice of Agreements Filed

    The Commission hereby gives notice of the filing of the following 
agreement under the Shipping Act of 1984. Interested parties may submit 
comments on the agreements to the Secretary by email at 
Secretary@fmc.gov, or by mail, Federal Maritime Commission, Washington, 
DC 20573, within twelve days of the date this notice appears in the 
Federal Register. Copies of agreements are available through the 
Commission's website (www.fmc.gov) or by contacting the Office of 
Agreements at (202) 523-5793 or tradeanalysis@fmc.gov.
    Agreement No.: 011666-005.
    Agreement Name: West Coast North America/Pacific Islands Vessel 
Sharing Agreement.
    Parties: Hamburg Sud and Polynesia Line Ltd.
    Filing Party: Conte Cicala; Clyde & Co. US LLP.
    Synopsis: The amendment deletes Polynesia Line and replaces it with 
The China Navigation Co. Pte. Ltd. The amendment also removes authority 
which authorizes the Parties to belong to a rate agreement in the Trade 
and deletes obsolete portions of the agreement. The parties have 
requested expedited review.
    Proposed Effective Date: 1/3/2019.
    Location: https://fmcinet/Fmc.Agreements.Web/Public/
AgreementHistory/795.

    Dated: December 17, 2018.
Rachel Dickon,
Secretary.
[FR Doc. 2018-27613 Filed 12-20-18; 8:45 am]
 BILLING CODE 6731-AA-P
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