The Coast Guard is cancelling the following Federal Advisory Act Committee meetings out of concern for committee members and public attendees who must travel from areas of the country affected by Hurricane Harvey and other impending hurricanes in the Atlantic:

• Merchant Mariner Medical Advisory Committee (MEDMAC) – September 12-13 in Seattle, Washington
• Merchant Marine Personnel Advisory Committee (MERPAC) – September 14-15 in Seattle, Washington

Both meetings will be rescheduled as soon as possible. Future announcements of new dates will appear in the Federal Register and will be shared via Maritime Commons. Please contact Mr. Davis Breyer at mailto:davis.j.breyer@uscg.milor Lt. j.g. James Fortin at mailto:james.l.fortin@uscg.mil with any questions or concerns.

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