NIST Tech Advisers Set for June Closed Meeting
Published Date: 6/5/2026
Notice
Summary
The Visiting Committee on Advanced Technology (VCAT) will meet on June 16-17, 2026, to review and advise the National Institute of Standards and Technology on its policies, budget, and programs. Some parts of the meeting will be closed to the public, but others are open for in-person attendance with advance registration. This affects tech experts and policymakers who help shape national science and technology efforts, with no direct cost changes announced.
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In-person Open Session Requires Pre-registration
If you want to attend the open sessions in person, you must pre-register by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, June 8, 2026 by sending your name, estimated arrival time, email, and phone number to the listed contact. Space is limited and admission is on a first-come, first-served basis at the Rockville, Maryland meeting site.
Virtual Attendance Limited to Committee Members
Only VCAT members may participate via Zoom; members of the public may not attend virtually. If you are not a VCAT member, you must be physically present (and pre-registered) to attend an open session.
Non-U.S. Citizen Attendees Must Provide Extra Information
Non-U.S. citizens who wish to attend in person must submit additional information to the contact listed before attending. The notice instructs non-U.S. citizens to contact the designated official for the required details.
Reasonable Accommodations Available for Disabilities
NIST will provide reasonable accommodations (like sign language or assistive listening devices) if you request them by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, June 8, 2026. Requests should be sent to the listed email so NIST can make arrangements.
Public Comment Slots and Submission Rules
Members of the public may request a spot to speak by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, June 8, 2026; about one-half hour is reserved for comments. Speaking time will likely be about 3 to 5 minutes per person, with no more than 5 minutes each, and written statements may also be submitted.
Budget and Program Discussions Held in Closed Session
A closed session on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. will cover NIST's organizational policy, current and future budgets, and programmatic prioritization; that portion is not open to the public. The closure is authorized under 5 U.S.C. 552b(c)(9)(B) to avoid frustrating program implementation if disclosed prematurely.
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