§ 6455. Working groups

• (a) The co-chairpersons of the Task Force may establish working groups as necessary to meet the goals and carry out the duties of the Task Force.
• (b) The members of the Task Force may request that the co-chairpersons establish a working group under subsection (a).
• (c) The co-chairpersons may allow nongovernmental organizations as appropriate, including academic institutions, conservation groups, and commercial and recreational fishing associations, to participate in a working group established under subsection (a).
• (d) The Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.) 1 1 See References in Text note below. shall not apply to working groups established under this section.