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Mr. Webb suggested that the first job for Mr. Hughes would be to define the problem and pursue the assignments of the Audit Committee under Senator Jackson's direction. It was pointed out that there might be no need for a large advisory committee, and that given a better understanding of the major concerns besetting Congressional members and their staffs, a panel of advisors might not be necessary.

Senator Jackson said the key requirement at this point is to have it clearly understood that assuming he accepts the assignment, Mr. Hughes would have full authority to carry out the study under the guidance of the Audit and Review Committee.

The Chancellor stated that a general resolution should be approved to authorize the Executive Committee to take whatever steps are necessary to engage Mr. Hughes' services and to make whatever commitments are needed to implement the study.

The Chancellor commented on the differing relationships of the Smithsonian to its satellite institutions, a subject he planned to bring up later at this meeting under new business.

Mr. Mahon stated that during his recent absence from Washington, the House Subcommittee voted on a motion made by Congressman Jamie Whitten that the House Appropriations Committee conduct an investigation of the Smithsonian. He pointed out that there is no criticism of wrongdoing and that the investigation