; termination (1) FACA The Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.) shall apply to the Council. (2) Termination The Council shall terminate on September 30, 2027. 712. Towing Safety Advisory Committee (a) Establishment There is established a Towing Safety Advisory Committee (referred to in this section as the Committee ). (b) Function The Committee, acting through the Commandant (or the Commandant’s designee), is authorized to advise, consult with, report to, and make recommendations to the Secretary on matters relating to shallow-draft inland navigation, coastal waterway navigation, and towing safety. (c) Organization (1) Meeting The Committee shall, at least once each calendar year, meet at the call of the Commandant (or the Commandant’s designee). (2) Membership (A) In general The Committee shall consist of 18 members. (B) Experience Each member of the Committee shall have particular expertise, knowledge, and experience regarding— (i) shallow-draft inland navigation or coastal waterway navigation