Notice2024-20912
Notification of Request for Nominations to the National Environmental Justice Advisory Council
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Published
September 16, 2024
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Environmental Protection Agency
Abstract
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) invites nominations from a diverse range of qualified candidates to be considered for appointment to its National Environmental Justice Advisory Council (NEJAC). The NEJAC was chartered to provide advice regarding broad, cross-cutting issues related to environmental justice. This notice solicits nominations to fill approximately seven (7) new vacancies for terms through February 2026. To maintain the representation outlined by the charter, nominees will be selected to represent: academia, business and industry; community-based; non- governmental organizations; State and local governments; and Tribal governments and indigenous organizations. We are interested in adding members located in all EPA regions. Vacancies are anticipated to be filled by January 31, 2025. Sources in addition to this Federal Register Notice will be utilized in the solicitation of nominees.
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[Federal Register Volume 89, Number 179 (Monday, September 16, 2024)]
[Notices]
[Pages 75539-75540]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [<a href="http://www.gpo.gov">www.gpo.gov</a>]
[FR Doc No: 2024-20912]
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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
[FRL-12171-01-OEJECR]
Notification of Request for Nominations to the National
Environmental Justice Advisory Council
AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
ACTION: Request for nominations to the National Environmental Justice
Advisory Council (NEJAC).
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SUMMARY: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) invites
nominations from a diverse range of qualified candidates to be
considered for appointment to its National Environmental Justice
Advisory Council (NEJAC). The NEJAC was chartered to provide advice
regarding broad, cross-cutting issues related to environmental justice.
This notice solicits nominations to fill approximately seven (7) new
vacancies for terms through February 2026. To maintain the
representation outlined by the charter, nominees will be selected to
represent: academia, business and industry; community-based; non-
governmental organizations; State and local governments; and Tribal
governments and indigenous organizations. We are interested in adding
members located in all EPA regions. Vacancies are anticipated to be
filled by January 31, 2025. Sources in addition to this Federal
Register Notice will be utilized in the solicitation of nominees.
DATES: Nominations should be submitted in time to arrive no later than
Tuesday, October 15, 2024.
ADDRESSES: Submit nominations electronically with the subject line
NEJAC Membership 2024 to <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#a1cfc4cbc0c2e1c4d1c08fc6ced7"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="bed0dbd4dfddfedbcedf90d9d1c8">[email protected]</span></a>. The Office of Environmental
Justice and External Civil Rights will acknowledge receipt of
nominations.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Paula Flores Gregg, NEJAC Designated
Federal Officer, U.S. EPA; email: <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#127c77787371527762733c757d64"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="e688838c8785a6839687c8818990">[email protected]</span></a>; telephone: (214) 665-
8123.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The NEJAC is a Federal advisory committee
chartered under the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA), Public Law
92-463. EPA established the NEJAC in 1993 to provide independent
consensus advice to the EPA Administrator about a broad range of
environmental issues related to environmental justice. The NEJAC
conducts business in accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act
(FACA) (5 U.S.C. app. 2) and related regulations. In accordance with
Executive Order 14035, 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.
The Council consists of 32 members (including two Co-Chairpersons
and one Vice-Chairpersons) appointed by EPA's Administrator. Members
serve as non-Federal stakeholders who represent academia, business and
industry; community-based organizations; non-governmental/environmental
organizations; State and local governments; Tribal governments and
indigenous organizations, of which one member serves as a liaison to
the National Tribal Caucus. Members are appointed for one (1); two (2)
or three (3)-year terms with the possibility of reappointment for
another term.
The NEJAC usually convenes 4 to 6 times a year, generally meeting
face-to-face twice (2) a year in the Spring and the Fall and virtually
for the remaining meetings. Additionally, members will be asked to
participate in work groups to develop recommendations, advice letters,
and reports to address specific policy issues. The average workload for
members is approximately 20 to 25 hours per month, not including public
meeting hours and with the expectation that the member will take part
in two (2) or more workgroup activities. EPA provides reimbursement for
travel and other incidental expenses associated with official
government business.
Nominations: Any interested person and/or organization may nominate
qualified individuals for membership. Individuals are encouraged to
self-nominate. The EPA values and welcomes opportunities to increase
diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility on its Federal advisory
committees and is seeking to obtain nominations from all geographic
locations of the United States of America. All nominations will be
fully considered, but applicants need to be aware of the specific
representation sought as outlined in the summary above. In addition,
EPA is seeking nominees with knowledge in environmental measures;
public health/health disparities; water infrastructure and other water
concerns; climate justice; farmworkers and pesticides; community
sustainability and resiliency; air quality; youth perspectives; green
jobs and green infrastructure; land use and equitable development; and
emerging inclusion of sub-populations such as the unhoused individuals,
veterans, individuals in the criminal justice system, etc. Other
criteria used to evaluate nominees will include:
<bullet> the background and experience that would help members
contribute to the diversity of perspectives on the committee (e.g.,
geographic, economic, social, cultural, educational background,
professional affiliations, and other considerations,
<bullet> demonstrated experience with environmental justice and
community sustainability issues at the national, State, or local level,
<bullet> excellent interpersonal and consensus-building skills,
<bullet> ability to volunteer time to attend meetings 4-6 times a
year, participate in virtual and in-person meetings, volunteer time to
take part in two (2) or more workgroup activities, attend listening
sessions with the Administrator or other senior-level officials,
develop policy recommendations to the Administrator, and prepare
reports and advice letters; and
<bullet> willingness to commit time to the committee and
demonstrated ability to work constructively and effectively on
committees. The average workload for members is approximately 20 to 25
hours per month, not including public meeting hours and with the
expectation that the member will take part in two (2) or more workgroup
activities.
How to Submit Nominations: Any interested person or organization
may nominate qualified persons to be considered for appointment to this
advisory committee. Individuals are encouraged to self-nominate.
Nominations will be submitted in electronic format following the
template available at <a href="https://www.epa.gov/environmentaljustice/nominations-nejac">https://www.epa.gov/environmentaljustice/nominations-nejac</a>. To be considered, all nominations should include:
<bullet> Current contact information for the nominee/applicant,
including the nominee's/applicant's name, organization (and position
within that organization), current business address, email address,
telephone numbers and the stakeholder category position you are
interested in.
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<bullet> Brief statement describing the nominee's/applicant's
interest in serving on the NEJAC.
<bullet> R[eacute]sum[eacute] and a short biography describing the
professional and educational qualifications of the nominee, including a
list of relevant activities, and any current or previous service on
advisory committees.
<bullet> Brief statements describing experience as it relates to
engaging affected communities, understanding environmental justice/
relevant issues, consensus building, communication skills and
availability.
<bullet> Letter[s] of recommendation from a third party supporting
the nomination. Letter[s] should describe how the nominee's experience
and knowledge will bring value to the work of the NEJAC.
Deeohn Ferris,
Director, Office of Policy, Partnerships, and Program Development,
Office of Environmental Justice and External Civil Rights.
[FR Doc. 2024-20912 Filed 9-13-24; 8:45 am]
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