In accordance with provisions of Public Law 92-463, the meeting was open to the public from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on both days.

Thomas Kinnally, Administrator of the NDPO, introduced himself and welcomed members of the Advisory Group. The members then introduced themselves:
Dr. Michael Ascher, Chief, Viral and Rickettsial

DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE : Federal Bureau of Investigation

This proposed rule would outline the authorities and powers delegated by the Attorney General to the Director of the Executive Office for Immigration Review, the Chairman of the Board of Immigration Appeals, and the Chief Immigration Judge. Members of the Board of Immigration Appeals would be designated as Appellate Immigration Judges.

DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE : Justice Department