Title 16 — ConservationRelease 119-73
§5704 Advisory Committee
Title 16 › Chapter CHAPTER 77— - YUKON RIVER SALMON › Subchapter SUBCHAPTER I— - IMPLEMENTATION OF INTERIM AGREEMENT › § 5704
Summary
The Governor of Alaska can appoint an advisory committee of 8 to 12 people who know the Yukon River salmon fishery. At least two must be Alaska Natives. Members may attend U.S. Panel meetings, review and speak on issues, get no pay, serve two-year terms, and may be reappointed.
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Title 16, §5704
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(a)The Governor of Alaska may appoint an Advisory Committee of not less than eight, but not more than twelve, individuals who are knowledgeable and experienced with regard to the salmon fisheries on the Yukon River. At least 2 of the Advisory Committee members shall be Alaska Natives. Members of the Advisory Committee may attend all meetings of the United States section of the Panel, and shall be given the opportunity to examine and be heard on any matter under consideration by the United States section of the Panel.
(b)The members of such Advisory Committee shall receive no compensation for their services.
(c)Advisory Committee members shall serve two-year terms. Any individual appointed to fill a vacancy occurring before the expiration of any term shall be appointed for the remainder of that term.
(d)Advisory Committee members shall be eligible for reappointment.
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Citation
16 U.S.C. § 5704
Title 16 — Conservation
Last Updated
Apr 6, 2026
Release point: 119-73