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“(a) In General.—There shall be an Independent Evaluator for restoration activities in the Chesapeake Bay watershed, who shall review and report on—“(1) restoration activities; and “(2) any related topics that are suggested by the Chesapeake Executive Council. “(b) Appointment.—“(1) In general.—Not later than 30 days after the date of submission of nominees by the Chesapeake Executive Council, the Independent Evaluator shall be appointed by the Administrator from among nominees submitted by the Chesapeake Executive Council with the consultation of the scientific community. “(2) Nominations.—The Chesapeake Executive Council may nominate for consideration as Independent Evaluator a science-based institution of higher education. “(3) Requirements.—The Administrator shall only select as Independent Evaluator a nominee that the Administrator determines demonstrates excellence in marine science, policy evaluation, or other studies relating to complex environmental restoration activities. “(c) Reports.—Not later than 180 days after the date of appointment and once every 2 years thereafter, the Independent Evaluator shall submit to Congress a report describing the findings and recommendations of reviews conducted under subsection (a).

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