President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology

This order establishes the President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology to unite the brightest minds from academia, industry, and government to guide our Nation through this critical moment by charting a path forward for American leadership in science and technology. The President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST) shall have no more than 24 members including the Assistant to the President for Science and Technology (APST) and the Special Advisor for AI & Crypto. The remaining members shall be distinguished individuals and representatives from sectors outside of the Federal Government appointed by the President.  These non-Federal members shall have diverse perspectives and expertise in science, technology, education, and innovation. The APST and the Special Advisor for AI & Crypto shall serve as Co-Chairs of the PCAST.  The Co-Chairs may designate up to two Vice Chairs of the PCAST from among the non-Federal members of the PCAST, to support the Co-Chairs in the leadership and organization of the PCAST. The PCAST shall terminate 2 years from the date of this order unless extended by the President.