; and (4) adopt bylaws for the operation of the Advisory Council. (e) Compensation (1) In general Except as provided in paragraph (2), a member of the Advisory Council shall serve without compensation. (2) Travel expenses A member of the Council shall be allowed travel expenses, including per diem in lieu of subsistence, at rates authorized for an employee of an agency under subchapter I of chapter 57 of title 5, United States Code, while away from the home or regular place of business of the member in the performance of the duties of the Advisory Council. (f) Meetings (1) In general The Advisory Council shall meet at the call of the chairperson or on the written request of a majority of the members of the Advisory Council, but not fewer than 2 times each year. (2) Initial meetings During the 1-year period beginning on the date of the first meeting of the Advisory Council, the Advisory Council shall meet not fewer than 4 times for the purpose of carrying out the duties of the Advisory Council. (g) Quorum A majority of the members of the Advisory Council shall constitute a quorum for the purpose of conducting business, but a lesser number may receive information on behalf of the Advisory Council. 8. Director and staff (a) Director (1) In general The Secretary shall appoint a Director for the Museum, taking into consideration recommendations by the Advisory Council. (2) Duties The Director of the Museum shall manage the Museum, in accordance with any policies established by the Secretary, in consultation with the Advisory Council. (b) Staff (1) Appointment The Secretary may, without regard to the civil service laws, appoint 2 employees to assist the Director of the Museum in carrying out the duties of the Director. (2) Compensation The employees appointed under subsection (b) may be paid without regard to the provisions of chapter 51 and subchapter III of chapter 53 of title 5, United States Code. 9. Authorization of appropriations (a) In general Except as provided in subsection (b), there are authorized to be