The 16th Annual DoD Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3) Program Review will be held 02 - 06 March 2009 in New Orleans, LA. Sponsored on behalf of the Spectrum Directorate of the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Networks and Information Integration (ASD/NII), the program review provides an information exchange forum for DoD, Federal Government, and Industry E3 engineering and spectrum management professionals to address issues involving E3 and spectrum policy, operational doctrine, EMC standardization, education, emerging technologies, test and evaluation, and other matters relevant to the success of DoD's mission. A host of technical presentations, workshops, exhibitions, and formal training seminars will be provided.

CONFERENCE REGISTRATION: The registration fee is $375.00. Online registration is encouraged and can be completed here before noon on 27 February 2009.

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS: The program review will be held at the Marriott New Orleans Convention Center. The hotel room rate is $140.00 per night plus applicable taxes. Reservations can be made by telephone at (800) 228-9290 and ask for the DoD Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3) room block. If registering via internet, the group code is DEEDEEA. Reservations can also be made at the hotel website by clicking here.

INTERNATIONAL TRADE IN ARMS (ITAR) RESTRICTED SESSION: Unclassified ITAR restricted briefings will be presented on-site Thursday morning, March 05, 2009. Proof of U.S. citizenship is required for participation. Acceptable documentation includes visit requests sent to DISA/JSC (see below), a valid passport, or birth certificate. No cell phones, cameras, or other recording devices will be allowed. Please register for this session at www.fbcinc.com/dode3/atreg1.aspx. Visit requests may be forwarded as follows:

POC: Marcus Shellman, Jr., DISA/Joint Spectrum Center, Attn: 2009 DoD
E3 Program Review
By JPAS: SMO Code DKAUAA
By Fax: (410) 293-9863

TRAINING SEMINARS: "Overview of Electromagnetic Pulse", "Understanding and Applying MIL-STD-464," "Grounding, Bonding, and Shielding," and " Electromagnetic Radiation Hazards Awareness" training will be provided. Participants are encouraged to register online at www.fbcinc.com/dode3/atreg1.aspx. to reserve space.

DRESS CODE: Preferred dress code is military service uniform for active duty or business casual for civilians.

For any questions or additional information, please send inquires to e3coordinator@jsc.mil or phone (410) 293-4959. Also, updated information regarding the program review will be posted on this site.