摘要: |
Washington, D.C.-A review panel has been conducted on the Inland Waterways Users Board (IWUB), possibly a key step in returning the suspended board to active status. That zero-based review of the IWUB and other Department of Defense advisory committees was directed by Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin three months ago. In the same January 30 memorandum to senior Pentagon leadership and others, Austin also directed the immediate suspension of all advisory committee operations until the review was completed unless directed by him or his deputy defense secretary. Austin also used his memo to acknowledge the important role advisory committees play in shaping department policies, but added the review will focus their efforts "to align with our most pressing strategic priorities and the National Defense Strategy." |