FACA 101
How long must advisory committee records be maintained?
For the duration of the Committee.
How long are charters valid (unless otherwise stated)?
2 years
What is the first step of submitting a Nomination Package to the WO?
Complete Vetting Request form
How many days before a scheduled meeting must the WO be in receipt of a request to publish a FRN?
45-60 days
This report collects data on committee performance, cost, members, and meetings on an annual basis.
GSA Annual Comprehensive Review
How are Federal advisory committee members appointed or invited to serve under FACA?
They are normally selected and appointed by the agency head.
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What are the 3 types of charter establishments?
Presidential, Statutory, and Discretionary
What is the most common reason that Nomination Packages are denied?
Outreach
A Federal Register Notice is required to publish at least HOW MANY calendar days prior to a committee meeting?
15 days
This report collects data on the diversity of committee members on an annual basis.
Annual Diversity Report
What is not required to be considered under FACA but is an important agency consideration when considering whether to establish an advisory committee?
Cost
What is the primary purpose of a charter?
Establish a committee
How are committee members selected?
Based upon FACA’s requirements and the potential member’s background and qualifications
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What are the two requirements for a committee to hold a meeting?
DFO must be present; Must have quorum
This report is required by the White House Liaison Office and is used to identify the number of vacancies on the committee on a quarterly basis.
Quarterly Membership Vacancy Report
What are the responsibilities of the CMO/GFO?
Exercise control and supervision over the establishment, procedures, and accomplishments of advisory committees established by that agency.
What are the secondary purposes of a charter?
Specify the mission, specific duties, and general operational characteristics
What is the difference between a recommended candidate and a next favored candidate?
A recommended candidate is the individual designated by the Agency to be recommended for appointment by the Secretary (or designee). A next favored candidate is the next best recommendation and provides the Secretary with an additional option.
How does a committee provide the WO with a notice of meeting?
Upload draft in the committee Pinyon folder, and notify WO via email
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What is the annual due date for the GSA Annual Comprehensive Review?
September 1st
What law describes the Federal Advisory Committee Act?
5 United States Code 10
Advisory committee charters must be filed by who?
The Committee Management Officer
At what point do nominated candidates become officially appointed members on a committee?
A nominee is considered an appointed member once they receive a letter and/or certificate of appointment signed by the appointing authority AND provided an assent to serve to the Designated Federal Officer (DFO).
After a meeting is held, the DFO must ensure that the Committee Chairperson ecertifies or signs the meeting minutes and uploads into the FACA database within HOW MANY days?
90 days
This report is required by the White House Liaison Office (WHLO) and requires that the DFO provides copies of any congressional reports that are required.
Library of Congress Report