; (D) promote process safety advancements for liquefied natural gas export facilities and the incorporation of risk-based principles into the operation, management, and regulatory oversight of LNG facilities; and (E) other functions deemed appropriate by the Secretary. (3) Bridge period Until the Center is operational and able to meet the mission in paragraph (2), the Secretary may enter into an agreement with an institution of higher education or the LNG industry to provide education and training on the safe operations of liquefied natural gas facilities, provided that such period does not exceed 3 years. (4) Consultation When establishing the Center, the agency may consult with— (A) Federal regulatory agencies of jurisdiction, including— (i) the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration; (ii) the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission; (iii) the Department of Energy; (iv) the U.S. Coast Guard; and (v) the Maritime Administration; (B) States and units of local government; (C) liquefied natural gas facility operators; and (D) other interested parties. (d) Liquefied natural gas Federal Advisory Committee (1) Establishment Not later than 60 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall establish, in accordance with the requirements of the Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.), a Liquefied Natural Gas Federal Advisory Committee (in this subsection referred to as the Committee ). (2) Duties The Committee shall— (A) facilitate communication between liquefied natural gas facility operators, public safety experts, and Federal agencies on practices to ensure the safe operation and maintenance of liquefied natural gas facilities; (B) provide the Secretary with timely information about new liquefied natural gas facility technology and safety practices and methodologies