((a)) ** In general** The co-chairpersons of the Task Force may establish working groups as necessary to meet the goals and carry out the duties of the Task Force.

((b)) ** Requests from members** The members of the Task Force may request that the co-chairpersons establish a working group under subsection (a).

((c)) ** Participation by nongovernmental organizations** The co-chairpersons may allow nongovernmental organizations as appropriate, including academic institutions, conservation groups, and commercial and recreational fishing associations, to participate in a working group established under subsection (a).

((d)) ** Nonapplicability of Federal Advisory Committee Act** The Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.)  shall not apply to working groups established under this section.1