; (C) potential metrics of educational quality and equity that do not rely on standardized assessments, including opportunity-to-learn data; and (D) barriers that prevent elementary and secondary schools from establishing innovative assessment systems; and (2) make recommendations to address such barriers. (c) Membership (1) In general Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Commissioner for Education Research shall appoint to the Taskforce not fewer than 5, and not more than 10, members. (2) Inclusion of educational assessment experts At least 1 member shall be an individual with expertise in education assessment systems, including performance-based assessments. (3) Terms Each member shall be appointed for a term of 2 years. (4) Basic Pay Members shall each be paid at a rate equal to the rate of basic pay for level IV of the Executive Schedule. (5) Vacancies A vacancy in the Taskforce shall be filled by an appointment of a new member by the Director (as described in subsection (d)) in consultation with— (A) public elementary school teachers; (B) public secondary school teachers; (C) public school leaders; and (D) individuals representing organizations with expertise in education policy. (d) Director of Taskforce The Taskforce shall have a Director who shall be appointed by the Commissioner, in consultation with— (1) public elementary school teachers; (2) public secondary school teachers; (3) public school leaders; (4) school-based mental health services providers