2020-17277. Advisory Committee for Polar Programs; Notice of Meeting  

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    In accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act (Pub. L. 92-463, as amended), the National Science Foundation (NSF) announces the following meeting:

    Name and Committee Code: Advisory Committee for Polar Programs (1130).

    Date and Time: September 10, 2020; 10:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.; September 11, 2029; 10:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

    Place: National Science Foundation, 2415 Eisenhower Avenue, Alexandria, Virginia 22314 (Virtual).

    Type of Meeting: Open.

    Contact Person: Andrew Backe, National Science Foundation, Room W 7237, 2415 Eisenhower Avenue, Alexandria, Virginia 22314; Phone 703-292-2454.

    Minutes: May be obtained from the contact person listed above.

    Purpose of Meeting: To provide advice and recommendations to the National Science Foundation concerning support for polar research, education, infrastructure and logistics, and related activities.

    Agenda

    September 10, 2020; 10:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. (Virtual)

    • COVID 19 Impacts
    • Alaska Native Letter
    • Discussion regarding Subcommittee on Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
    • Review of Antarctic Sciences Committee of Visitors (COV) Report
    • USAP Polar Vessel Requirements Updates
    • NSF GEO Activities Updates

    September 11, 2020; 10:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. (Virtual)

    • Advisory Committee Liaison Updates
    • Meeting with the NSF Director & Chief Operating Officer
    • NSF Response to the Arctic Portfolio Review Updates
    • Review of Arctic Sciences COV Report
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    Dated: August 4, 2020.

    Crystal Robinson,

    Committee Management Officer.

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    [FR Doc. 2020-17277 Filed 8-6-20; 8:45 am]

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