Notice2026-09667
Solicitation for Applications To Serve as Members on the National Shipper Advisory Committee
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May 14, 2026
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Federal Maritime Commission
Abstract
The Federal Maritime Commission ("Commission") is requesting applications from qualified candidates to be considered for appointment as a member of the National Shipper Advisory Committee (NSAC or "Committee"). NSAC advises the Commission on policies relating to the competitiveness, reliability, integrity, and fairness of the international ocean freight delivery system.
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[Federal Register Volume 91, Number 93 (Thursday, May 14, 2026)]
[Notices]
[Page 27334]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [<a href="http://www.gpo.gov">www.gpo.gov</a>]
[FR Doc No: 2026-09667]
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FEDERAL MARITIME COMMISSION
Solicitation for Applications To Serve as Members on the National
Shipper Advisory Committee
AGENCY: Federal Maritime Commission.
ACTION: Request for applications.
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SUMMARY: The Federal Maritime Commission (``Commission'') is requesting
applications from qualified candidates to be considered for appointment
as a member of the National Shipper Advisory Committee (NSAC or
``Committee''). NSAC advises the Commission on policies relating to the
competitiveness, reliability, integrity, and fairness of the
international ocean freight delivery system.
DATES: Applications should be sent to the email address specified below
and must be received on or before May 28, 2026.
ADDRESSES: Email applications to the Designated Federal Officer (DFO),
Mark Bragan[ccedil]a, Email: <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#7a14091b193a1c1719541d150c"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="a8c6dbc9cbe8cec5cb86cfc7de">[email protected]</span></a>.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mark Bragan[ccedil]a; Phone: (202)
523-5861; Email: <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#9ff1ecfefcdff9f2fcb1f8f0e9"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="731d00121033151e105d141c05">[email protected]</span></a>. NSAC's charter and bylaws are available
on the Committee website at <a href="https://www.fmc.gov/about/nsac">https://www.fmc.gov/about/nsac</a>.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The National Shipper Advisory Committee is a
federal advisory committee. It operates under the provisions of the
Federal Advisory Committee Act, 5 U.S.C. chapter 10 (sections 1001-
1014), and 46 U.S.C. chapter 425 (sections 42501-42503). The Committee
was established by the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2021. Public Law 116-283, section 8604 (Jan. 1, 2021). The
Committee advises the Commission on policies relating to the
competitiveness, reliability, integrity, and fairness of the
international ocean freight delivery system. 46 U.S.C. 42502(b).
The Committee consists of twenty-four members, including a Chair
and a Vice Chair, elected by the Committee from among the Committee's
members. 46 U.S.C. 42502(c)(1) and 42503(g). Twelve members represent
entities who export cargo from the United States using ocean common
carriers and twelve members represent entities who import cargo to the
United States using ocean common carriers. 46 U.S.C. 42502(c)(3).
Members must demonstrate that they have particular expertise,
knowledge, and experience in matters relating to the Committee. 46
U.S.C. 42502(c)(2).
In accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act, the
Commission ensures the Committee is fairly balanced. To help ensure
such balance, when making membership selections, the Commission will
consider commodities shipped, ports used, geographic areas served, and
origins of cargo, as well as other relevant factors. Appointments of
member representatives shall be made without discrimination on the
basis of age, race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or
religion. The Commission shall not seek, consider, or otherwise use
information concerning the political affiliation of a nominee's
proposed representative in making an appointment.
Members are appointed by and serve at the pleasure of the
Commission. 46 U.S.C. 42503(e)(2) and (3). The Commission may require
an appropriate security background examination before appointment to
the Committee. 46 U.S.C. 42503(e)(4). Members must be of good character
and current on all legal obligations. Under 46 U.S.C. 42503(e)(6)(a),
membership terms expire on December 31 of the third full year after the
effective date of the appointment. After a member's term expires, the
member may continue to serve for up to one year until a successor is
appointed. 46 U.S.C. 42503(e)(6)(B). Members' terms are renewable. 46
U.S.C. 42503(e)(8).
In accordance with 46 U.S.C. 42503(a), the Committee is required to
hold meetings at least once a year, but it may meet more frequently at
the call of the Commission or a majority of the Committee members. The
Commission plans to host Committee meetings at Commission headquarters
at 800 North Capitol Street NW, Washington, DC, or virtually using
video meeting technology. All members serve at their own expense and
receive no salary or other compensation from the Federal Government.
Process for Submitting Nominations: Qualified individuals can self-
nominate or be nominated by any individual or organization. The
following information must be included in the application package:
(1) Name, title, and relevant contact information (including
daytime telephone number and email address) of the nominee;
(2) A current copy of the nominee's curriculum vitae;
(3) A statement demonstrating the nominee's qualification for
membership that clearly identifies the class (importer or exporter)
that the individual would represent, and a description of the
individual's first-hand experience, knowledge, or expertise in matters
relating to the international ocean freight delivery system;
(4) An affirmative statement by the nominee:
(a) That the nominee is willing to serve as a member of the
Committee on a voluntary basis, without compensation or reimbursement;
and
(b) As to whether or not the nominee is a federally registered
lobbyist; and
(c) That the nominee has read the Committee charter and bylaws and
is aware of the full requirements of membership.
All materials should be typed and in English. Letter(s) of support
from a company, union, trade association, academic, or nonprofit
organization on letterhead containing a brief description why the
nominee should be considered for membership are highly encouraged but
not required.
Members who qualify as special Government employees (SGEs) shall
demonstrate that they are in compliance with applicable ethics laws and
regulations and comply with any requests or measures necessary to allow
the Commission's Designated Agency Ethics Official to access and review
financial disclosure reports and conduct a conflict-of-interest
analysis. Except for members who qualify as SGEs, members appointed to
represent the interests of a particular group or entity are not subject
to Federal rules and requirements that would interfere with that
representation. 46 U.S.C. 42503(d)(1). Non-SGE members may be required
to comply with Federal rules and laws governing employee conduct that
will not impact their ability to represent the interests they were
appointed to serve.
(Authority: 46 U.S.C. 42503(e))
Dated: May 12, 2026.
By the Commission.
David Eng,
Secretary.
[FR Doc. 2026-09667 Filed 5-13-26; 8:45 am]
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