Notice2022-19352
Notice of the Establishment of the Tribal Homeland Security Advisory Council; Solicitation of Inaugural Members
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Published
September 9, 2022
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Homeland Security Department
Abstract
The Department of Homeland Security, through the Office of Partnership and Engagement, is establishing the Tribal Homeland Security Advisory Council (THSAC). The goal of the THSAC is to provide recommendations on policies, programs, and initiatives that the Department is undertaking that have implications for tribes and Tribal Nations. The Office of Partnership and Engagement seeks inaugural members of the THSAC.
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[Federal Register Volume 87, Number 174 (Friday, September 9, 2022)]
[Notices]
[Pages 55450-55451]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [<a href="http://www.gpo.gov">www.gpo.gov</a>]
[FR Doc No: 2022-19352]
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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY
[Docket No. DHS-2022-0022]
Notice of the Establishment of the Tribal Homeland Security
Advisory Council; Solicitation of Inaugural Members
AGENCY: Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Office of Partnership
and Engagement (OPE).
ACTION: Notice of the establishment of a Tribal Homeland Security
Advisory Council; solicitation of inaugural members.
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SUMMARY: The Department of Homeland Security, through the Office of
Partnership and Engagement, is establishing the Tribal Homeland
Security Advisory Council (THSAC). The goal of the THSAC is to provide
recommendations on policies, programs, and initiatives that the
Department is undertaking that have implications for tribes and Tribal
Nations. The Office of Partnership and Engagement seeks inaugural
members of the THSAC.
DATES: Applications to join the THSAC will be accepted until 11:59
p.m., Eastern Daylight Time, on October 10, 2022.
ADDRESSES: Nominations may be submitted via first class mail to Colleen
Silva, Office of Partnership and Engagement, MS 0385, Department of
Homeland Security, 2707 Martin Luther King Jr Ave. SE, Washington, DC
20528-0385 or via email to <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#3460465d5655587c677577745c451a505c471a535b42"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="82d6f0ebe0e3eecad1c3c1c2eaf3ace6eaf1ace5edf4">[email protected]</span></a>.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Colleen Silva, Associate Director,
Office of Intergovernmental Affairs, Office of Partnership and
Engagement, telephone 202-282-9930, email <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#b9edcbd0dbd8d5f1eaf8faf9d1c897ddd1ca97ded6cf"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="97c3e5fef5f6fbdfc4d6d4d7ffe6b9f3ffe4b9f0f8e1">[email protected]</span></a>.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The THSAC will provide recommendations and
advice on matters related to intergovernmental relations including, but
not limited to: (a) DHS's implementation of Executive Order 13175,
Consultation and Coordination With Indian Tribal Governments, and the
President's January 26, 2021, Memorandum on Tribal Consultation and
Strengthening Nation-to-Nation Relationships; (b) implementation and
execution of the DHS Tribal Consultation Policy; and (c) upholding the
Federal Government's and DHS's trust and treaty responsibilities to
Tribal Nations. The duties of the Council are solely advisory and shall
extend only to the submission of advice and recommendations.
In order for DHS to fully leverage broad-ranging experience and
education, the THSAC shall be diverse with regard to leadership,
profession, and technical expertise. DHS is committed to pursuing
opportunities, consistent with applicable law, to compose a council
that reflects the diversity of Tribal Nations. Members of the THSAC
shall be appointed based on their qualifications to serve as
representatives of a Tribal Nation or tribal organization. Such
qualifications to be considered are listed below:
a. Educational background (e.g., Native American studies, homeland
security, Indian Law, or public policy);
b. Leadership, experience, and accomplishments (e.g., tribal
elected officials, tribal association appointment, tribal coordination
efforts); and
c. Employment and membership in associations (e.g., tribal
government employee, tribal programs volunteer, active in tribal
associations or groups).
With the establishment of the THSAC, the Office of Partnership and
Engagement is accepting submissions of interest to be members of the
Council.
When submitting nominations, please do not provide any sensitive
personal information. Nominations should be submitted via email or via
first class mail, with the required information in the body of the
email or in an attachment. Nominations must include the following:
1. The nominee's name, contact information (i.e., email and phone
number), location, and Tribal Nation, Alaska Native Corporation, or
tribal organization affiliation;
2. A summary resume that describes the individual's qualifications
and experience with respect to the subject matter areas listed above
(not to exceed five pages); and
3. A statement acknowledging that support from the Tribal Nation or
tribal organization will be required if selected. (Support meaning the
Tribal Nation or tribal organization agrees with the individual's
participation.)
Do not include sensitive personal information, such as dates of
birth, home addresses, Social Security numbers, etc. Note too, that
Nominees will be vetted for national security considerations.
Please submit nominations no later than October 10, 2022, via first
class mail or email to the addresses in the ADDRESSES section above.
Federal Advisory Committee Act (``FACA'') Exemption: Due to the
special relationship between Tribal Nations and the Federal Government
and the sensitive nature of the discussions that will take place during
committee
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meetings, the THSAC is exempted by the Secretary of Homeland Security
from the public notice, reporting, and open meeting requirements of the
Federal Advisory Committee Act (Pub. L. 92-463, 5 U.S.C. App. 2),
pursuant to the Homeland Security Act of 2002, 871(a) [(6 U.S.C.
451(a))].
Michael J. Miron,
Committee Management Officer.
[FR Doc. 2022-19352 Filed 9-7-22; 11:15 am]
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