Notice2024-15982
Farm, Ranch, and Rural Communities Advisory Committee (FRRCC); Call for Nominations
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Published
July 22, 2024
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Environmental Protection Agency
Abstract
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is inviting nominations for membership on the Farm, Ranch, and Rural Communities Advisory Committee (FRRCC). The purpose of the FRRCC is to provide policy advice, information, and recommendations to the EPA Administrator on a range of environmental issues and policies that are of importance to agriculture and rural communities.
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[Federal Register Volume 89, Number 140 (Monday, July 22, 2024)]
[Notices]
[Pages 59097-59099]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [<a href="http://www.gpo.gov">www.gpo.gov</a>]
[FR Doc No: 2024-15982]
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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
[FRL-12076-01-OA]
Farm, Ranch, and Rural Communities Advisory Committee (FRRCC);
Call for Nominations
AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
ACTION: Notice request for nominations.
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SUMMARY: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is inviting
nominations for membership on the Farm, Ranch, and Rural Communities
Advisory Committee (FRRCC). The purpose of the FRRCC is to provide
policy advice, information, and recommendations to the EPA
Administrator on a range of environmental issues and policies that are
of importance to agriculture and rural communities.
DATES: To be considered for 2024 appointments, nominations should be
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submitted no later than September 5, 2024.
ADDRESSES: Submit nominations electronically with the subject line
``FRRCC Membership 2024'' to <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#2a6c787869696a4f5a4b044d455c"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="145246465757547164753a737b62">[email protected]</span></a>.
General information regarding the FRRCC can be found on the EPA
website at: <a href="http://www.epa.gov/faca/frrcc">www.epa.gov/faca/frrcc</a>. General information about federal
advisory committees at EPA is available at <a href="http://www.epa.gov/faca">www.epa.gov/faca</a>.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Dr. Venus Welch-White, designated
federal officer for the FRRCC, U.S. EPA, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW,
Mail Code 1101A, Washington, DC 20460; telephone number: 202-564-7719;
email address: <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#91d7c3c3d2d2d1f4e1f0bff6fee7"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="044256564747446174652a636b72">[email protected]</span></a>.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
I. Background
EPA established the FRRCC in 2008 pursuant to the Federal Advisory
Committee Act, Public Law 92-463, in order to help EPA build a more
positive and proactive relationship with the agricultural industry in
furtherance of EPA's mission to protect human health and the
environment. The FRRCC serves as part of EPA's efforts to expand
cooperative working relationships with the agriculture community and
others who are interested in agricultural issues and achieving greater
progress in environmental protection. The FRRCC provides advice and
recommendations to the EPA Administrator on environmental issues and
programs that impact, or are of concern to, farms, ranches, and rural
communities. Topics addressed may include climate change, water or air
quality issues, pesticides, toxics, food loss and waste, environmental
justice, emergency response, enforcement and compliance, technology and
innovation, and other topics of environmental importance pertaining to
agriculture and rural communities. The charter for the FRRCC was
renewed in January 2024. EPA is currently seeking members for the
committee, who will be appointed for two- or three-year terms and may
be eligible for reappointment. The membership of this committee will
include a balanced representation of interested persons with relevant
experience to contribute to the functions of the committee, and will be
drawn from relevant sectors, including but not limited to academia,
agricultural industry, nongovernmental organizations, and state, local,
and tribal governments.
The full committee expects to meet approximately twice a year, or
as needed and approved by the designated federal officer (DFO).
Meetings will be hybrid, with the in person conducted in Washington,
DC, and/or within the EPA regions. The Administrator may ask members to
serve on subcommittees and workgroups to develop reports and
recommendations to address specific policy issues, reflecting the
priorities of the administration. The average workload for members is
approximately five hours per month. Members serve on the committee in a
voluntary capacity. Although we are unable to offer compensation or an
honorarium, members may receive travel and per diem allowances,
according to applicable Federal travel regulations and the agency's
budget.
II. Eligibility
Because of the nature of the issues to be discussed, it is the
intent of the Agency for the majority of Committee members- to be
actively engaged in farming or ranching. The membership of this
committee will include a balanced representation of interested persons
with relevant experience to contribute to the functions of the
committee and will be drawn from a variety of relevant sectors. Members
may represent farmers, ranchers, and rural communities (can include
large, small, crop, livestock, commodity, and specialty producers from
various regions)--and their allied industries (farm groups, rural
suppliers, marketers, processors, etc.) as well as the academic/
research community who research environmental issues impacting
agriculture, tribal agriculture groups, state, local, and tribal
government, and environmental/conservation and other nongovernmental
organizations. Individuals are generally appointed to serve on the
FRRCC as ``Representative'' members and are thus expected to represent
the points of view of a particular group (e.g., an industry sector),
rather than provide independent judgment and expertise. Other Federal
agencies and other sectors as appropriate may be invited to attend or
provide presentations at committee meetings as non-members.
In accordance with Executive Order 14035 (June 25, 2021) and
consistent with law, EPA values and welcomes opportunities to increase
diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility on its federal advisory
committees. EPA's federal advisory committees have a workforce that
reflects the diversity of the American people.
In selecting committee members, EPA will consider each candidate's
qualifications including, but not limited to, on whether the candidate
is:
<bullet> Is actively engaged in farming
<bullet> Occupies a senior position within their organization
<bullet> Holds leadership positions in ag-related organizations,
businesses and/or workgroups
<bullet> Has broad agricultural experience regardless of their current
position
<bullet> Has experience working on issues where building consensus is
necessary
<bullet> Has membership in professional societies, broad-based networks
or the equivalent
<bullet> Has extensive experience in the environmental field dealing
with agricultural issues
<bullet> Provides services to producers
<bullet> Is involved in processing, retailing, manufacturing, and
distribution of agricultural products
<bullet> Possesses a professional knowledge of agricultural issues and
environmental policy
<bullet> Possesses a demonstrated ability to examine and analyze
complicated environmental issues with objectivity and integrity
<bullet> Possesses excellent interpersonal as well as oral and written
communication skills
<bullet> Possesses an ability and willingness to participate in a
deliberative and collaborative process
In addition, well-qualified applicants must be prepared to process
a substantial amount of complex and technical information and the
ability to volunteer several hours per month to the committee's
activities, including participation in teleconference meetings and
preparation of text for committee reports.
III. Nominations
Any interested person or organization may submit the names of
qualified persons, including themselves. To be considered, all
nominations should include the information requested below:
<bullet> Current contact information for the nominee, including the
nominee's name, organization (and position within that organization),
business address, email address, and daytime telephone number(s).
<bullet> A brief statement describing the nominee's interest and
availability in serving on the FRRCC. Please also include the following
information, as available: (1) The nominee's ability to serve as a
``Representative'' member and represent the point of view of a group
(e.g., an industry sector) rather than provide independent judgment and
expertise; (2) if the nominee has any prior/current service on Federal
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advisory committees, and the number of years.
<bullet> R[eacute]sum[eacute] or curriculum vitae detailing the
nominee's background, experience and qualifications and other relevant
information.
Letters of support and recommendation will be accepted but are not
mandatory. To help the agency evaluate the effectiveness of its
outreach efforts, please indicate how you learned of this nomination
opportunity.
Other sources, in addition to this Federal Register notice, may be
utilized in the solicitation of nominees. EPA expressly values
diversity, equity, and inclusion, and encourages the nominations of
interested individuals from diverse backgrounds. Individuals may self-
nominate.
Venus Welch-White,
Acting Deputy Director, Office of Agriculture and Rural Affairs.
[FR Doc. 2024-15982 Filed 7-19-24; 8:45 am]
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