Sec. 7. Advisory Board for Next Generation 9–1–1 Interoperability
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There is established within the Office the Advisory Board for Next Generation 9–1–1 Interoperability to recommend updates to the definition of Next Generation 9–1–1 services under section 8. Subject to subparagraphs
(B)and (C), not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Commerce, in coordination with the Secretary of Transportation, shall appoint 17 voting members to the Board. In making appointments under subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall appoint— 5 members who represent 9–1–1 professionals; 4 members who represent companies offering services that originate communications to 9–1–1 systems, including wireline telecommunications providers, wireless telecommunications providers, internet service providers, and voice over internet protocol service providers; 2 members who represent manufacturers and vendors; 2 members who represent companies with expertise in information technology, networking, and application development, including consumer-focused technologies and services; and 4 members who represent State, regional, or local 9–1–1 entities and who reflect geographic and population density differences across the United States. All voting members shall have— specific expertise and experience related to Next Generation 9–1–1 systems; and such other specific expertise as the Secretary considers necessary, such as technical expertise, public safety communications expertise, or commercial network experience. The Assistant Secretary and the Administrator of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration shall each have the authority to appoint 1 non-voting member to the Board. Except as provided in subparagraph (B), each member of the Board shall be appointed for the life of the Board. A member of the Board may be removed for cause upon the determination of the Office. A vacancy in the membership of the Board— shall not affect the powers of the Board; and shall be filled in the same manner as the original appointment. The Board shall select a chairperson and vice chairperson from among the members of the Board. A majority of the members of the Board shall constitute a quorum. The members of the Board shall be allowed travel expenses, including per diem in lieu of subsistence, at rates authorized for employees of agencies under subchapter I of chapter 57 of title 5, United States Code, while away from their homes or regular places of business in the performance of services for the Board. The Office may name 1 employee of the Office to serve as its liaison to the Board and to assist the Board as needed in carrying out its responsibilities under this section. The following law, including regulations, shall not apply to the operations of the Board: Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.). Chapter 5 and chapter 7 of title 5, United States Code (commonly known as the Administrative Procedure Act ). Chapter 35 of title 44, United States Code (commonly known as the Paperwork Reduction Act ). Federal Acquisition Regulations (48 C.F.R. ch. 1). The Board shall terminate on the date that is 15 days after the date the Office approves the recommendations under section 8.