; and (B) the State of Hawaii. (15) One representative from the Caribbean Regional Association for Coastal Ocean Observing or a similar entity representing Puerto Rico and the United States Virgin Islands. (16) One representative from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, who shall serve as an ex officio member of the Advisory Board without a vote. (d) Appointment of members The Chair of the Subcommittee shall— (1) appoint members to the Advisory Board (taking into account the geographical interests of each individual to be appointed as a member to ensure that an appropriate balance of geographical interests are represented by the members of the Advisory Board) who— (A) represent the interest group for which each seat is designated; (B) demonstrate expertise on ocean acidification or coastal acidification and its scientific, economic, industry, cultural, and community impacts; and (C) have a record of distinguished service with respect to ocean acidification or coastal acidification, and such impacts; (2) give consideration to nominations and recommendations from the members of the interagency working group and the public for such appointments; and (3) ensure that an appropriate balance of scientific, industry, and geographical interests are represented by the members of the Advisory Board. (e) Term of membership Each member of the Advisory Board— (1) shall be appointed for a 5-year term