Establishment of the White House Task Force World Cup 2026 Commission
Published Date: 11/25/2025
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Summary
The Department of Homeland Security just set up the White House Task Force World Cup 2026 Commission to help plan and secure the big soccer event. This group, made up of private sector experts, will give smart advice to make sure the U.S. shines with safety, tourism, and economic growth. The Commission starts now, backed by DHS funding and support, gearing up for the 2026 FIFA World Cup excitement!
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Private-Appointees Serve Unpaid; Travel Reimbursed
If you are appointed as a private-sector Commissioner, you will serve without additional compensation but can have travel expenses and per diem paid as authorized by law (5 U.S.C. 5701-5707), subject to availability of funds. The Commission is housed at DHS, which will provide funding and administrative support.
Ad hoc Non‑Voting SME Appointments Allowed
The Executive Director may appoint non-voting subject matter experts (SMEs) on an ad hoc, intermittent basis pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 3109 to assist the Commission or its subcommittees. These non-voting SMEs are not Commission members and will not engage in Commission deliberations.
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