Notice of Rail Energy Transportation Advisory Committee Vacancies, 55812-55813 [2023-17588]

Download as PDF 55812 Federal Register / Vol. 88, No. 157 / Wednesday, August 16, 2023 / Notices Nicole L. Elkon, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Professional and Cultural Exchanges, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, Department of State. Thomas T. Devine, Deputy Associate Director for Operations. 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Elkon, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Professional and Cultural Exchanges, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, Department of State. [FR Doc. 2023–17515 Filed 8–15–23; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4710–05–P SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BOARD [Docket No. EP 670 (Sub–No. 2)] Notice of Rail Energy Transportation Advisory Committee Vacancies [FR Doc. 2023–17596 Filed 8–15–23; 8:45 am] AGENCY: BILLING CODE 4710–33–P ACTION: DEPARTMENT OF STATE Surface Transportation Board. Notice of vacancies on federal advisory committee and solicitation of nominations. [Public Notice: 12150] SUMMARY: Notice is hereby given of the following determinations: I hereby determine that certain objects being imported from abroad pursuant to agreements with their foreign owners or custodians for temporary display in the exhibition ‘‘Max Beckmann: The Formative Years, 1915–25’’ at the Neue Galerie New York, in New York, New York, and at possible additional exhibitions or venues yet to be determined, are of cultural significance, and, further, that their temporary exhibition or display within the United States as aforementioned is in the SUMMARY: The foregoing determinations were made pursuant to the authority vested in me by the Act of October 19, 1965 (79 Stat. 985; 22 U.S.C. 2459), E.O. 12047 of March 27, 1978, the Foreign Affairs Reform and Restructuring Act of 1998 (112 Stat. 2681, et seq.; 22 U.S.C. 6501 note, et seq.), Delegation of Authority No. 234 of October 1, 1999, Delegation of Authority No. 236–3 of August 28, SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: national interest. I have ordered that Public Notice of these determinations be published in the Federal Register. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Reed Liriano, Program Coordinator, Office of the Legal Adviser, U.S. Department of State (telephone: 202– 632–6471; email: section2459@ state.gov). The mailing address is U.S. Department of State, L/PD, 2200 C Street, NW (SA–5), Suite 5H03, Washington, DC 20522–0505. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The foregoing determinations were made pursuant to the authority vested in me by the Act of October 19, 1965 (79 Stat. 985; 22 U.S.C. 2459), E.O. 12047 of March 27, 1978, the Foreign Affairs Reform and Restructuring Act of 1998 (112 Stat. 2681, et seq.; 22 U.S.C. 6501 note, et seq.), Delegation of Authority No. 234 of October 1, 1999, Delegation of Authority No. 236–3 of August 28, 2000, and Delegation of Authority No. 523 of December 22, 2021. Richard Verma, Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources, Department of State. Notice of Determinations; Culturally Significant Objects Being Imported for Exhibition—Determinations: ‘‘Max Beckmann: The Formative Years, 1915–25’’ Exhibition Reed Liriano, Program Coordinator, Office of the Legal Adviser, U.S. Department of State (telephone: 202– 632–6471; email: section2459@ state.gov). The mailing address is U.S. Department of State, L/PD, 2200 C Street, NW (SA–5), Suite 5H03, Washington, DC 20522–0505. lotter on DSK11XQN23PROD with NOTICES1 2000, and Delegation of Authority No. 523 of December 22, 2021. Clearance Officer, 1515 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, Virginia 22209– 2425. A copy of the comments should be sent to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, Attention: Desk Officer, Selective Service System, Office of Management and Budget, New Executive Office Building, Room 3235, Washington, DC 20503. PO 00000 Frm 00152 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 The Surface Transportation Board (Board) hereby gives notice of six vacancies on its Rail Energy Transportation Advisory Committee (RETAC) for one representative from Class I railroads; two representatives from Class II or Class III railroads; one representative from biofuel feedstock growers or providers and biofuel refiners, processors, and distributors; one representative from private car owners, car lessors, or car manufacturers; and one at large representative. The Board is soliciting nominations from the public for candidates to fill these vacancies. DATES: Nominations for candidates for membership on RETAC are due September 15, 2023. ADDRESSES: Nominations may be submitted either via the Board’s e-filing format or in paper format. Any person E:\FR\FM\16AUN1.SGM 16AUN1 lotter on DSK11XQN23PROD with NOTICES1 Federal Register / Vol. 88, No. 157 / Wednesday, August 16, 2023 / Notices using e-filing should attach a document and otherwise comply with the instructions at the E–FILING link on the Board’s website, at https://www.stb.gov. Any person submitting a filing in paper format should send the original and 10 copies to: Surface Transportation Board, Attn: Docket No. EP 670 (Sub–No. 2), 395 E Street SW, Washington, DC 20423–0001. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Kristen Nunnally at 202–245–0312. If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please call (202) 245–0245. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Board exercises broad authority over transportation by rail carriers, including rates and services (49 U.S.C. 10701– 10747, 11101–11124), construction, acquisition, operation, and abandonment of railroad lines (49 U.S.C. 10901–10907), and consolidation, merger, or common control arrangements between railroads (49 U.S.C. 10902, 11323–11327). The Board established RETAC in 2007 as a federal advisory committee consisting of a balanced cross-section of energy and rail industry stakeholders to provide independent, candid policy advice to the Board and to foster open, effective communication among the affected interests on issues such as rail performance, capacity constraints, infrastructure planning and development, and effective coordination among suppliers, railroads, and users of energy resources. RETAC operates under the Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. app. 2, 1–16). RETAC’s membership is balanced and representative of interested and affected parties, consisting of not less than: five representatives from the Class I railroads; three representatives from Class II and III railroads; three representatives from coal producers; five representatives from electric utilities (including at least one rural electric cooperative and one state- or municipally-owned utility); four representatives from biofuel feedstock growers or providers and biofuel refiners, processors, and distributors; two representatives from private car owners, car lessors, or car manufacturers; one representative from the petroleum shipping industry; two representatives from renewable energy sources; and one representative from a labor organization. The Committee may also include up to two at large members with relevant experience but not necessarily affiliated with one of the aforementioned industries or sectors. Members are selected by the Chair of the Board with the concurrence of a VerDate Sep<11>2014 19:39 Aug 15, 2023 Jkt 259001 majority of the Board. The Chair may invite representatives from the U.S. Departments of Agriculture, Energy, and Transportation and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to serve on RETAC in advisory capacities as ex officio (non-voting) members. The members of the Board serve as ex officio members of the Committee. RETAC meets at least twice per year. Meetings are typically held at the Board’s headquarters in Washington, DC, but may be held virtually or in other locations. Members of RETAC serve without compensation and without reimbursement of travel expenses. Further information about RETAC is available on the RETAC page of the Board’s website at https://www.stb.gov/ resources/stakeholder-committees/ retac/. The Board is soliciting nominations from the public for candidates to fill six vacancies: one representative from Class I railroads; two representatives from Class II or Class III railroads; one representative from biofuel feedstock growers or providers and biofuel refiners, processors, and distributors; one representative from private car owners, car lessors, or car manufacturers; and one at large representative. All the vacancies are for three-year terms ending September 30, 2026. According to revised guidance issued by the Office of Management and Budget, it is permissible for federally registered lobbyists to serve on advisory committees, such as RETAC, as long as they do so in a representative capacity, rather than an individual capacity. See Revised Guidance on Appointment of Lobbyists to Fed. Advisory Comms., Bds., & Comm’ns, 79 FR 47,482 (Aug. 13, 2014). Members of RETAC are appointed to serve in a representative capacity. Nominations for candidates to fill the vacancies should be submitted in letter form and should include: (1) the name, position, and business contact information of the candidate to include email address and phone number; (2) the interest the candidate will represent; (3) a summary of the candidate’s experience and qualifications for the position; (4) a representation that the candidate is willing to serve as a member of RETAC; and, (5) a statement that the candidate agrees to serve in a representative capacity. Candidates may nominate themselves. The Chair is committed to having a committee reflecting diverse communities and viewpoints and strongly encourages the nomination of candidates from diverse backgrounds. Nominations for candidates for membership on RETAC should be filed with the Board by PO 00000 Frm 00153 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 55813 September 15, 2023. Please note that submissions will be posted publicly on the Board’s website under Docket No. EP 670 (Sub–No. 2). Authority: 49 U.S.C. 1321; 49 U.S.C. 11101; 49 U.S.C. 11121. Decided: August 11, 2023. By the Board, Mai T. Dinh, Director, Office of Proceedings. Jeffrey Herzig, Clearance Clerk. [FR Doc. 2023–17588 Filed 8–15–23; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4915–01–P SUSQUEHANNA RIVER BASIN COMMISSION Commission Meeting Susquehanna River Basin Commission. ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: The Susquehanna River Basin Commission will conduct its regular business meeting on September 14, 2023, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Details concerning the matters to be addressed at the business meeting are in this notice’s Supplementary Information section. Also, the Commission published a document in the Federal Register on July 12, 2023, concerning its public hearing on August 10, 2023, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. DATES: The meeting will be held on Thursday, September 14, 2023, at 9 a.m. ADDRESSES: This public meeting will be in-person and digital from the Susquehanna River Basin Commission, 4423 N Front Street, Harrisburg, PA 17110. SUMMARY: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Jason E. Oyler, General Counsel and Secretary to the Commission, telephone: 717–238–0423; fax: 717–238–2436; email: joyler@srbc.gov. See also Commission website at www.srbc.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The business meeting will include actions or presentations on the following items: (1) adoption of the Commission’s Fiscal Year 2025 Budget; (2) adoption of member jurisdictions allocation for Fiscal Year 2025; (4) approval of contracts, grants, and agreements; (3) adoption of a resolution regarding climate change; (4) adoption of a resolution regarding Artesian Water Maryland, Inc. withdrawal; (5) adoption of a compliance settlement agreement; and (6) actions on 22 regulatory program projects. 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[FR Doc No: 2023-17588]


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SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BOARD

[Docket No. EP 670 (Sub-No. 2)]


Notice of Rail Energy Transportation Advisory Committee Vacancies

AGENCY: Surface Transportation Board.

ACTION: Notice of vacancies on federal advisory committee and 
solicitation of nominations.

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SUMMARY: The Surface Transportation Board (Board) hereby gives notice 
of six vacancies on its Rail Energy Transportation Advisory Committee 
(RETAC) for one representative from Class I railroads; two 
representatives from Class II or Class III railroads; one 
representative from biofuel feedstock growers or providers and biofuel 
refiners, processors, and distributors; one representative from private 
car owners, car lessors, or car manufacturers; and one at large 
representative. The Board is soliciting nominations from the public for 
candidates to fill these vacancies.

DATES: Nominations for candidates for membership on RETAC are due 
September 15, 2023.

ADDRESSES: Nominations may be submitted either via the Board's e-filing 
format or in paper format. Any person

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using e-filing should attach a document and otherwise comply with the 
instructions at the E-FILING link on the Board's website, at https://www.stb.gov. Any person submitting a filing in paper format should send 
the original and 10 copies to: Surface Transportation Board, Attn: 
Docket No. EP 670 (Sub-No. 2), 395 E Street SW, Washington, DC 20423-
0001.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Kristen Nunnally at 202-245-0312. If 
you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act, 
please call (202) 245-0245.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Board exercises broad authority over 
transportation by rail carriers, including rates and services (49 
U.S.C. 10701-10747, 11101-11124), construction, acquisition, operation, 
and abandonment of railroad lines (49 U.S.C. 10901-10907), and 
consolidation, merger, or common control arrangements between railroads 
(49 U.S.C. 10902, 11323-11327).
    The Board established RETAC in 2007 as a federal advisory committee 
consisting of a balanced cross-section of energy and rail industry 
stakeholders to provide independent, candid policy advice to the Board 
and to foster open, effective communication among the affected 
interests on issues such as rail performance, capacity constraints, 
infrastructure planning and development, and effective coordination 
among suppliers, railroads, and users of energy resources. RETAC 
operates under the Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. app. 2, 1-
16).
    RETAC's membership is balanced and representative of interested and 
affected parties, consisting of not less than: five representatives 
from the Class I railroads; three representatives from Class II and III 
railroads; three representatives from coal producers; five 
representatives from electric utilities (including at least one rural 
electric cooperative and one state- or municipally-owned utility); four 
representatives from biofuel feedstock growers or providers and biofuel 
refiners, processors, and distributors; two representatives from 
private car owners, car lessors, or car manufacturers; one 
representative from the petroleum shipping industry; two 
representatives from renewable energy sources; and one representative 
from a labor organization. The Committee may also include up to two at 
large members with relevant experience but not necessarily affiliated 
with one of the aforementioned industries or sectors.
    Members are selected by the Chair of the Board with the concurrence 
of a majority of the Board. The Chair may invite representatives from 
the U.S. Departments of Agriculture, Energy, and Transportation and the 
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to serve on RETAC in advisory 
capacities as ex officio (non-voting) members. The members of the Board 
serve as ex officio members of the Committee.
    RETAC meets at least twice per year. Meetings are typically held at 
the Board's headquarters in Washington, DC, but may be held virtually 
or in other locations. Members of RETAC serve without compensation and 
without reimbursement of travel expenses. Further information about 
RETAC is available on the RETAC page of the Board's website at https://www.stb.gov/resources/stakeholder-committees/retac/.
    The Board is soliciting nominations from the public for candidates 
to fill six vacancies: one representative from Class I railroads; two 
representatives from Class II or Class III railroads; one 
representative from biofuel feedstock growers or providers and biofuel 
refiners, processors, and distributors; one representative from private 
car owners, car lessors, or car manufacturers; and one at large 
representative. All the vacancies are for three-year terms ending 
September 30, 2026. According to revised guidance issued by the Office 
of Management and Budget, it is permissible for federally registered 
lobbyists to serve on advisory committees, such as RETAC, as long as 
they do so in a representative capacity, rather than an individual 
capacity. See Revised Guidance on Appointment of Lobbyists to Fed. 
Advisory Comms., Bds., & Comm'ns, 79 FR 47,482 (Aug. 13, 2014). Members 
of RETAC are appointed to serve in a representative capacity.
    Nominations for candidates to fill the vacancies should be 
submitted in letter form and should include: (1) the name, position, 
and business contact information of the candidate to include email 
address and phone number; (2) the interest the candidate will 
represent; (3) a summary of the candidate's experience and 
qualifications for the position; (4) a representation that the 
candidate is willing to serve as a member of RETAC; and, (5) a 
statement that the candidate agrees to serve in a representative 
capacity. Candidates may nominate themselves. The Chair is committed to 
having a committee reflecting diverse communities and viewpoints and 
strongly encourages the nomination of candidates from diverse 
backgrounds. Nominations for candidates for membership on RETAC should 
be filed with the Board by September 15, 2023. Please note that 
submissions will be posted publicly on the Board's website under Docket 
No. EP 670 (Sub-No. 2).
    Authority: 49 U.S.C. 1321; 49 U.S.C. 11101; 49 U.S.C. 11121.

    Decided: August 11, 2023.

    By the Board, Mai T. Dinh, Director, Office of Proceedings.
Jeffrey Herzig,
Clearance Clerk.
[FR Doc. 2023-17588 Filed 8-15-23; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4915-01-P
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