Introduction and discussion about a proposed Education Standards Advisory Panel to provide an open, consensus‐based standards development process conforming to the Essential Requirements of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). Discussion will include the panel's intent, the proposed policies/procedures, membership process and ANSI essential requirements upon which they're based.

21. 5 Interest Categories Interest Category Definition/Example Commercial Any person or representative from a for-profit company or organization offering NASBLA-approved/sanctioned courses. Also covers boat and boat accessory manufacturers, insurance companies, boat dealers, marina owners, towing and salvage companies, trade association representatives, etc. Non-Governmental Organization Non-profit organizations offering boating safety courses or having an interest in boating and water safety. Federal Boating Agency U.S. Coast Guard, international government agency, etc. State Boating Agency (5 seats) Members of the state boating agencies Public Boaters, researchers, boating writers or others that have an interest in boating and water safety.