- Vision [1]
- The Committee is essential to maintaining an independent evaluation and selection process to recommend candidates for the
National Medal of Technology and Innovation. The Committee works throughout the year to improve the process for solicitation
of nominations for the Medal, recommending improvements to the nomination form and accompanying instructions. This work is
done through phone calls, letters, and emails without formal meetings or cost to the Government. The Committee also reviews
all nominations submitted each year(approximately 50). This review requires both technical and business background to assess
the nominees' achievements. Much of the work is done in advance of the formal committee meeting by the members on their own
time and without cost to the Government. During the one formal meeting held during the year, the members discuss the nominations
for that particular year and reach an agreement on the ranking of the top nominations. Due to the extensive preparation done
by the members prior to the meeting, the committee typically is able to conclude business in one meeting.
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