Notice2025-20306
National Commercial Fishing Vessel Safety Advisory Committee; Vacancies
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Published
November 19, 2025
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Homeland Security DepartmentCoast Guard
Abstract
The U. S. Coast Guard is resoliciting applications from persons interested in membership on the National Commercial Fishing Safety Advisory Committee (Committee). On June 17, 2025, the Coast Guard published in the Federal Register (90 FR 25621, Docket No. USCG- 2025-0148) an announcement that we were soliciting applications for membership on the Committee. We did not receive a sufficient number of applications overall, nor did we receive any applications for three (3) vacancies for representatives of the commercial fishing industry and one (1) vacancy for a representative of the manufacturers of equipment of vessels for which Chapter 45 of Title 46 of the United States Code applies. Therefore, we are resoliciting for applications for all eighteen (18) vacancies. We particularly encourage applications from representatives of the commercial fishing industry and equipment manufacturers.
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[Federal Register Volume 90, Number 221 (Wednesday, November 19, 2025)]
[Notices]
[Pages 52082-52084]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [<a href="http://www.gpo.gov">www.gpo.gov</a>]
[FR Doc No: 2025-20306]
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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY
Coast Guard
[Docket No. USCG-2025-0300]
National Commercial Fishing Vessel Safety Advisory Committee;
Vacancies
AGENCY: U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security.
ACTION: Notice; request for applications.
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SUMMARY: The U. S. Coast Guard is resoliciting applications from
persons interested in membership on the National Commercial Fishing
Safety Advisory Committee (Committee). On June 17, 2025, the Coast
Guard published in the Federal Register (90 FR 25621, Docket No. USCG-
2025-0148) an announcement that we were soliciting applications for
membership on the Committee. We did not receive a sufficient number of
applications overall, nor did we receive any applications for three (3)
vacancies for representatives of the commercial fishing industry and
one (1) vacancy for a representative of the manufacturers of equipment
of vessels for which Chapter 45 of Title 46 of the United States Code
applies. Therefore, we are resoliciting for applications for all
eighteen (18) vacancies. We particularly encourage applications from
representatives of the commercial fishing industry and equipment
manufacturers.
DATES: Complete applications should reach the U.S. Coast Guard on or
before January 5, 2026.
ADDRESSES: Applications must include: (a) a cover letter that expresses
the applicant's interest in an appointment to the Committee and
detailing the applicants qualifications to serve as a Special
Government Employee representing the general public, and/or as a
representative in one or more of the 18 other membership positions, (b)
a resume detailing the applicant's relevant experience for the position
applied for, and (c) a brief 2-3 paragraph biography written in third
person. Applications should be submitted via email with subject line
``NCFSAC Vacancy Application'' to <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#3370747065700073464050541d5e5a5f"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="d89b9f9b8e9beb98adabbbbff6b5b1b4">[email protected]</span></a>.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mr. Jonathan Wendland, Alternate
Designated Federal Officer of the National Commercial Fishing Safety
Advisory Committee; telephone 202-372-1245; or email at
<a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#b8fbfffbeefb8bf8cdcbdbdf96d5d1d4"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="b3f0f4f0e5f080f3c6c0d0d49ddedadf">[email protected]</span></a>.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The National Commercial Fishing Safety
Advisory Committee is a Federal
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advisory committee. The Committee was established on December 4, 2018,
by section 601 of the Frank LoBiondo Coast Guard Authorization Act of
2018 (Pub. L. Number 115-282, 132 Statute 4192) and amended by Sec.
8335 of the National Defense Authorization Act of 2021 (Pub. L. Number
116-283, 134 Statute 4706) and codified in 46 U.S. Code Sec. 15102.
The Committee operates under the provisions of the Federal Advisory
Committee Act and 46 U.S. Code 15109.
The Committee provides advice and recommendations in writing to the
Secretary of Homeland Security on matters relating to the (1) safe
operation of vessels to which chapter 45 of Title 46 United States Code
applies, including the matters of--(A) navigation safety; (B) safety
equipment and procedures; (C) marine insurance; (D) vessel design,
construction, maintenance, and operation; and (E) personnel
qualifications and training; (2) review regulations proposed under
chapter 45 of this title (during preparation of the regulations); and
(3) review marine casualties and investigations of vessels covered by
chapter 45 of Title 46 United States Code and make recommendations to
the Secretary of Homeland Security to improve safety and reduce vessel
casualties.
The Committee is required to meet at least twice a year in
accordance with 46 U.S. Code 15109(a)(2)(A). We expect the Committee to
meet at least twice a year, but it may meet more frequently. The
meetings are selected by the U.S. Coast Guard and are generally held
across the country as close as possible to commercial fishing
communities.
Under provisions in 46 U.S. Code 15109(f)(6), if you are appointed
as a member of the Committee, your membership term will expire on
December 31st of the third full year after the effective date of your
appointment. The Secretary of Homeland Security may require an
individual to have passed an appropriate security background
examination before appointment to the Committee, per 46 U.S. Code
15109(f)(4).
All members will serve at their own expense and receive no salary
or other compensation from the Federal Government, with the exception
that members may be reimbursed for travel and per diem in accordance
with Federal Travel Regulations.
In this resolicitation for Committee members, we will consider
applications for all 18 positions:
(A) Ten members shall represent the commercial fishing industry
and--
(i) as a group, shall together reflect a regional and
representational balance; and (ii) as individuals shall each have
experience--
(I) in the operation of vessels in which chapter 45 of Title 46
United States Code applies; or
(II) as a crew member or processing line worker on a fish
processing vessel.
(B) One member shall represent naval architects and marine
engineers.
(C) One member shall represent manufacturers of equipment for
vessels to which Chapter 45 of Title 46 United States Code applies.
(D) One member shall represent education and training professionals
related to fishing vessel, fish processing vessel, and fish tender
vessel safety and personnel qualifications.
(E) One member shall represent underwriters that ensure vessels to
which chapter 45 of Title 46 United States Code applies.
(F) One member shall represent owners of vessels to which chapter
45 of Title 46 United States Code .
(G) Three members shall represent the general public and, to the
extent possible, shall include-
(i) an independent expert or consultant in maritime safety;
(ii) a marine surveyor who provides services to vessels to which
chapter 45 of Title 46 United States Code applies; and
(iii) a person familiar with issues affecting fishing communities
and the families of fishermen.
The members who will fill positions (A) through (F) as described
above will be appointed to represent the interest of their respective
groups and viewpoints and are not Special Government Employees as
defined in 18 U.S. Code 202(a). As representatives, the members are
expected to represent and speak on behalf of interests, views, or
perspectives of a recognizable group of persons or class of
stakeholders.
If you are selected to fill position (G) as described above, as a
member drawn from the general public, you will be appointed and serve
as a Special Government Employee as defined in 18 U.S. Code 202(a).
Applicants for appointment as a Special Government Employee are
required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (Office
of Government Ethics Form 450) for new entrants online and receive
ethics training. The U.S. Coast Guard may not release the reports or
the information in them to the public except under an order issued by a
Federal Court or as otherwise provided under the Privacy Act (5 U.S.
Code 552a). Only the Designated U.S. Coast Guard Ethics Official or his
or her designee may release a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report.
Applicants must contact the individual listed above in the FOR FURTHER
INFORMATION CONTACT section for more information.
Registered lobbyists are not eligible to serve on Federal Advisory
Committees in an individual capacity. See ``Revised Guidance on
Appointment of Lobbyists to Federal Advisory Committees, Boards and
Commissions'' (79 Federal Register 47482, August 13, 2014). Registered
lobbyists are ``lobbyists,'' as defined in 2 U.S. Code 1602, who are
required by 2 U.S. Code 1603 to register with the Secretary of the
Senate and the Clerk of the House of Representatives.
If you are appointed as a member of the Committee, you will be
required to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement and a Gratuitous Services
Agreement.
In order for the Department to fully leverage a wide range of
experience and education, the National Commercial Fishing Safety
Advisory Committee must be varied, with regard to professional and
technical expertise.
If you are interested in applying to become a member of the
Committee, email your complete application to <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#f2b1b5b1a4b1c1b287819195dc9f9b9e"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="3c7f7b7f6a7f0f7c494f5f5b12515550">[email protected]</span></a> as
provided in the ADDRESSES section of this notice.
Once we receive your application we will send you an email
confirming receipt.
The U.S. Coast Guard will not consider incomplete or late
applications.
Privacy Act Statement
Purpose: To obtain qualified applicants to fill 18 vacancies on the
National Commercial Fishing Safety Advisory Committee. When you apply
for appointment to the National Commercial Fishing Safety Advisory
Committee, the Department of Homeland Security collects your name,
contact information, and any other personal information that you submit
in conjunction with your application. The Department of Homeland
Security will use this information to evaluate your candidacy for
Committee membership. If you are chosen to serve as a Committee member,
your name will appear in publicly available Committee documents,
membership lists, and Committee reports.
Authorities: 5 U.S. Code chapter 10; 46 U.S. Code 15102 and 15109;
and 18 U.S. Code 202(a), and Department of Homeland Security Delegation
Number 00915.
Routine Uses: Authorized U.S. Coast Guard personnel will use this
information to consider and obtain qualified candidates to serve on the
Committee. Any external disclosures of
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information within this record will be made in accordance with
Department of Homeland Security/ALL-009, Department of Homeland
Security Advisory Committee (73 Federal Register 57639, October 3,
2008).
Consequences of Failure to Provide Information: Furnishing this
information is voluntary. However, failure to furnish the requested
information may result in your application not being considered for the
Committee.
Robert C. Compher,
Captain, U.S. Coast Guard, Director of Inspections and Compliance.
[FR Doc. 2025-20306 Filed 11-18-25; 8:45 am]
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