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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is inviting public nominations for experts to serve as ad hoc reviewers for the Science Advisory Committee on Chemicals (SACC). These reviewers will help evaluate the EPA's technical support documents concerning various phthalates, including BBP, DBP, DEHP, DIBP, and DCHP. The evaluations will consider aspects like human health risks, environmental exposure, and cumulative risks associated with these chemicals. The EPA plans to conduct a virtual public meeting in spring 2025, and nominations must be submitted by January 2, 2025.

The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), part of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), is seeking nominations for its Permanent Advisory Committee. This committee is involved with the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission, which focuses on managing fish stocks in the Pacific Ocean. The advisory committee will have 15-20 members from various groups concerned with these fisheries and will provide input to U.S. Commissioners. Nominations are open until February 18, 2021, and members will serve a two-year term starting August 3, 2021, without pay but will receive travel expenses.

FinCEN, part of the U.S. Treasury, is seeking nominations for new members to join the Bank Secrecy Act Advisory Group (BSAAG) for three-year terms. They are inviting financial institutions, trade groups, and non-federal regulators or law enforcement agencies located in the U.S. These members will provide insights on compliance with laws like the Corporate Transparency Act and other regulations. Interested organizations can submit their nominations by January 6, 2025, and must include specific information about their eligibility and the value they bring to the group.

The U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) plans to set up a committee to help create a new rule that supports the Self-Governance PROGRESS Act, which aims to improve self-governance for Indian Tribes. They're asking for public comments and nominations for committee members who will represent affected interests, primarily from Tribal and Federal governments. The committee will consist of 15 to 25 members, meeting over 6 to 12 months, and is tasked with developing regulations to update existing rules about the DOI's Self-Governance Program. The DOI will cover reasonable travel expenses for committee members if needed.

The Department of the Interior is inviting nominations for the Exxon Valdez Oil Spill Public Advisory Committee. This Committee provides advice to the Exxon Valdez Oil Spill Trustee Council on various issues such as planning, fund allocation, and restoration activities related to the 1989 oil spill. Nominations are open for certain positions representing interests like commercial fishing and public-at-large, and must be submitted by April 14, 2025. The Secretary of the Interior will select and appoint members for a four-year term.

The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) is seeking nominations for individuals to become members of the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF). Nominees should have expertise in areas like research evaluation, clinical prevention, and health promotion, and must be free from substantial conflicts of interest. Nominations must be submitted online by March 15, with new members expected to start in January 2026. The USPSTF focuses on making evidence-based recommendations for preventive clinical services and meets three times a year, requiring members to dedicate about 250 hours annually to their duties.

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is seeking nominations and applications for membership in the Electronic Tax Administration Advisory Committee (ETAAC). Applicants should have experience in areas such as tax administration, cybersecurity, tax software development, and consumer advocacy. This advisory committee provides input on electronic tax administration strategies and identity theft prevention efforts. The volunteer position involves a three-year term, with travel expenses reimbursed according to government guidelines. Applications are due by January 31, 2025, and must include a completed form and resume, along with a statement detailing relevant skills and qualifications.

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is inviting nominations for individuals to serve on the Manufactured Housing Consensus Committee (MHCC). This committee advises on manufactured housing standards and regulations. The Secretary of HUD will appoint 22 members, 21 with voting rights, from three categories: producers, users, and general interest/public officials. Nominations must be submitted by January 2, 2025, and previous applicants do not need to reapply.

The Federal Register notice from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services is asking for nominations for the Medicare Evidence Development & Coverage Advisory Committee (MEDCAC). This committee provides advice on Medicare coverage policies by evaluating scientific evidence for medical treatments and technologies. Nominations must be submitted by February 17, 2025, and should include details like the nominee’s qualifications and lack of conflicts of interest. The committee wants to ensure diverse representation, so they are especially encouraging nominations from different backgrounds, including those from racial and ethnic groups, individuals with disabilities, and across the gender spectrum.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), part of the Department of Health and Human Services, is looking for people to join the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Advisory Committee (CLIAC). This committee, which can have up to 20 members, includes experts from various fields such as microbiology and genetics, as well as consumers. Nominations for new members are open until July 1, 2025. Members are expected to bring diverse viewpoints and will serve terms of up to four years.