of Board members and outside experts as may be necessary. (e) Expiration Section 14 of the Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.) shall not apply to the Science Advisory Board. (f) Strategic plan for research and development Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, and once every 5 years thereafter, the Administrator shall consult with the Science Advisory board to develop a strategic plan for research and development at the Administration. The plan shall include— (1) an assessment of the science and technology needs of the Administration based on the Administration’s operational requirements and on input provided by external stakeholders at the national, regional, State, and local levels