Use of existing advisory bodies; interagency coordination

(a) Use of existing advisory bodies (1) In general In carrying out this Act, the Secretary may consult, as appropriate, with existing advisory committees of the Department of Transportation and other relevant Federal agencies, including the Advisory Committee on Automation in Transportation, on matters relating to connected vehicles and associated national security risks. (2) Scope of consultation Consultation under paragraph (1) may include consideration of— (A) risks relating to data security, cybersecurity, and supply chain integrity associated with connected vehicles; (B) the effectiveness of authorities and regulations issued under this Act; (C) emerging technologies and threat vectors relevant to connected vehicle ecosystems; and (D) recommendations made to the Secretary with respect to regulatory, enforcement, and policy measures to mitigate risks described in subparagraph (A). (b) Interagency coordination In carrying out this Act, the Secretary may consult and coordinate, as appropriate, with the Federal Communications Commission and other relevant Federal agencies to ensure alignment with respect to the scope, timeline, and implementation of any prohibitions or restrictions issued under this Act, including to avoid duplicative, inconsistent, or conflicting regulatory requirements.