The CRS self regulation as always, essentially, been a self-nom followed by a decision by those on the committee. I think that would continue to make sense for the DC (whether the DC or CSI approve). I don't think that would make sense for the CSI, since there's no objective criteria that could be met and we're ultimately considering judgement.

Is there a way to spilt the difference so to speak? What if we keep the DC as envisioned, but the CSI is appointed by the Cabinet (more in the line of LegComm)? The CSI can make the judgement calls for DC membership.

That has the dual benefit of ensuring proper people are appointed, but also the CSI being accountable to the Cabinet (and recalls) and the Cabinet, ultimately, responsive to the voters.