U.S. Department of State

Federal Register Notices

The following Federal Register notices pertain to the work and activities of the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, and include amendments to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations, policy notices, Defense Trade Advisory Group (DTAG) meeting notices, and other relevant notices. While this page will be updated periodically, for a complete listing, please consult the Federal Register.

2013

78 FR 8218, February 5, 2013, Public Notice 8175.
Bureau of Political-Military Affairs; Statutory Debarment Under the Arms Export Control Act and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations
Notice is hereby given that the Department of State has imposed statutory debarment pursuant to § 127.7(c) of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations ("ITAR") (22 CFR parts 120 to 130) on persons convicted of violating, or conspiracy to violate, Section 38 of the Arms Export Control Act, as amended, ("AECA") (22 U.S.C. 2778). Further, a public notice was published in the Federal Register on Tuesday, July 24, 2012, listing persons statutorily debarred pursuant to the ITAR; this notice makes one correction to that notice.

78 FR 6765, January 31, 2013, Public Notice 8165.
Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category XVI
As part of the President's Export Control Reform effort, the Department of State proposes to amend the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to revise Category XVI (nuclear weapons related articles) of the U.S. Munitions List (USML). The revisions contained in this rule are part of the Department of State's retrospective plan under E.O. 13563 completed on August 17, 2011. The Department of State's full plan can be accessed at http://www.state.gov/documents/organization/181028.pdf.

78 FR 6765, January 31, 2013, Public Notice 8165.
Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category IV
As part of the President's Export Control Reform effort, the Department of State proposes to amend the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to revise Category IV (launch vehicles, guided missiles, ballistic missiles, rockets, torpedoes, bombs, and mines) of the U.S. Munitions List (USML) to describe more precisely the articles warranting control on the USML. The revisions contained in this rule are part of the Department of State's retrospective plan under E.O. 13563 completed on August 17, 2011. The Department of State's full plan can be accessed at http://www.state.gov/documents/organization/181028.pdf. In addition, several ITAR sections addressing the Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR) Annex are revised to provide a new method of identifying articles common to the MTCR Annex and the USML. And, the ITAR section describing shipments between U.S. possessions is clarified to only encompass those shipments that do not transit a foreign country.

2012

77 FR 76864, December 31, 2012, Public Notice 8135.
Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Afghanistan and Change to Policy on Prohibited Exports
The Department of State is amending the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to list Afghanistan as a major non-NATO ally, and to make available the use of two additional defense export license exemptions for proscribed destinations.

77 FR 70958, November 28, 2012, Public Notice 8091.
Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category XI and Definition for "Equipment"
As part of the President's Export Control Reform effort, the Department of State proposes to amend the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to revise Category XI (military electronics) of the U.S. Munitions List (USML) to describe more precisely the articles warranting control on the USML and to provide a definition for "equipment." The revisions contained in this rule are part of the Department of State's retrospective plan under E.O. 13563 completed on August 17, 2011.

77 FR 67438, November 9, 2012, Public Notice 8084.
Defense Trade Advisory Group; Notice of Open Meeting
The Defense Trade Advisory Group (DTAG) will meet in open session from 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 28, 2012, in the East Auditorium, U.S. Department of State, Harry S. Truman Building, Washington, DC. Entry and registration will begin at 12:00 p.m.

77 FR 25865, May 2, 2012, Public Notice 7865.
Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Exemption for Temporary Export of Chemical Agent Protective Gear
The Department of State is amending the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to add an exemption for the temporary export of chemical agent protective gear for personal use. The exemption for body armor is amended to also cover helmets when they are included with the body armor. An exemption for firearms and ammunition is clarified by removing certain extraneous language that does not change the meaning of the exemption, and by standardizing the language among the exemptions in this section of the regulations. The registration requirement as it relates to certain exemptions is clarified. And an error in the authorities for part 126 of the ITAR is corrected.

77 FR 43414, July 24, 2012, Public Notice 7962.
Bureau of Political-Military Affairs; Statutory Debarment Under the Arms Export Control Act and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations
Notice is hereby given that the Department of State has imposed statutory debarment pursuant to § 127.7(c) of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations ("ITAR") (22 CFR Parts 120 to 130) on persons convicted of violating, or conspiracy to violate, Section 38 of the Arms Export Control Act, as amended ("AECA") (22 U.S.C. 2778). Further, a public notice was published in the Federal Register on Tuesday, November 15, 2011, listing persons statutorily debarred pursuant to the ITAR; this notice makes one correction to that notice.

77 FR 40937, July 11, 2012, Public Notice 7950.
Defense Trade Advisory Group; Notice of Open Meeting
The Defense Trade Advisory Group (DTAG) will meet in open session from 1:30 p.m. until 5 p.m. on Thursday, July 26, 2012, at 1777 F Street NW., Washington, DC. Entry and registration will begin at 1 p.m.

77 FR 40140, July 6, 2012, Public Notice 7946.
Bureau of Political-Military Affairs; Statutory Debarment of Pratt & Whitney Canada Corporation Under the Arms Export Control Act and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations
Notice is hereby given that the Department of State, acting pursuant to section 127.7(c) of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations ("ITAR") (22 CFR Parts 120–130), imposed a statutory debarment on Pratt & Whitney Canada Corporation ("P&W Canada") as a result of its conviction for violating section 38 of the Arms Export Control Act, as amended, ("AECA") (22 U.S.C. 2778).

77 FR 39392, July 3, 2012, Public Notice 7944.
Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Yemen
The Department of State is amending the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to update the policy toward Yemen. Licenses or other approvals for exports or imports of defense articles and defense services destined for or originating in Yemen will be reviewed, and may be issued, on a case-by-case basis.

77 FR 37346, June 21, 2012, Public Notice 7927.
Export Control Reform Transition Plan
As part of the President's export control reform initiative, the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) seeks public comment on the proposed implementation plan for defense articles and defense services that will transition from the jurisdiction of the Department of State to the Department of Commerce. The intent of this plan is to provide a clear description of DDTC's proposed policies and procedures for the transition of items to the jurisdiction of the Department of Commerce. The revisions to this rule are part of the Department of State's retrospective plan under E.O. 13563 completed on August 17, 2011. The Department of State's full plan can be accessed at http://www.state.gov/documents/organization/181028.pdf.

77 FR 36428, June 19, 2012, Public Notice 7921.
Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Definition for "Specially Designed"
As part of the President's Export Control Reform (ECR) Initiative, the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) seeks public comment on the proposed definition of "specially designed" to be adopted in the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). This proposed rule is published concurrently with the Department of Commerce's proposed revision to the definition of ‘‘specially designed'' in the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The revisions contained in this rule are part of the Department of State's retrospective plan under E.O. 13563 completed on August 17, 2011. The Department of State's full plan can be accessed at http://www.state.gov/documents/organization/181028.pdf.

77 FR 35317, June 19, 2012, Public Notice 7921.
Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category IX
As part of the President's Export Control Reform effort, the Department of State proposes to amend the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to revise Category IX (military training equipment) of the U.S. Munitions List (USML) to describe more precisely the materials warranting control on the USML. The revisions to this rule are part of the Department of State's retrospective plan under E.O. 13563 completed on August 17, 2011. The Department of State's full plan can be accessed at http://www.state.gov/documents/organization/181028.pdf.

77 FR 33698, June 7, 2012, Public Notice 7915.
Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category X
As part of the President's Export Control Reform effort, the Department of State proposes to amend the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to revise Category X (personal protective equipment and shelters) of the U.S. Munitions List (USML) to describe more precisely the articles warranting control on the USML.

77 FR 33089, June 5, 2012, Public Notice 7913.
Announcement of Entry Into Force of the Defense Trade Cooperation Treaty Between the United States and the United Kingdom
On April 13, 2012, the United States and the United Kingdom exchanged diplomatic notes bringing the Treaty between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland Concerning Defense Trade Cooperation (Treaty Doc. 110–7) into force. This Final Rule announces the entry into force of the Treaty. This Final Rule also announces April 13, 2012 as the effective date of the rule published on March 21, 2012 (77 FR 16592) implementing the Treaty and making other updates to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). This Final Rule replaces the Notice announcing the same, which published on April 19, 2012 (77 FR 23583).

77 FR 29575, May 18, 2012, Public Notice 7883.
Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category XIII
As part of the President's Export Control Reform effort, the Department of State proposes to amend the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to revise Category XIII (materials and miscellaneous articles) of the U.S. Munitions List (USML) to describe more precisely the materials warranting control on the USML.

77 FR 25944, May 2, 2012, Public Notice 7861.
Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category V.
As part of the President's Export Control Reform effort, the Department of State proposes to amend the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to revise Category V (explosives and energetic materials, propellants, incendiary agents, and their constituents) of the U.S. Munitions List (USML) to describe more precisely the articles warranting control on the USML.

77 FR 23538, April 19, 2012, Public Notice 7851.
Announcement of Entry Into Force of the Defense Trade Cooperation Treaty Between the United States and the United Kingdom
On April 13, 2012, the United States and the United Kingdom exchanged diplomatic notes bringing the Treaty between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland Concerning Defense Trade Cooperation (Treaty Doc. 110–7) into force. This Notice announces the entry into force of the Treaty. This Notice also announces April 13, 2012 as the effective date of the rule published on March 21, 2012 (77 FR 16592) implementing the Treaty and making other updates to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

77 FR 22668, April 17, 2012, Public Notice 7846.
Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: International Import Certificate BIS–645P/ATF–4522/DSP–53 and Administrative Changes
The Department of State is amending the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to remove reference to the International Import Certificate (Form BIS–645P/ATF–4522/DSP–53). This amendment ceases the Department's practice of accepting DSP–53 submissions. Instead, the DSP–61 is to be used by importers when necessary. The Department also is making administrative changes to other sections.

77 FR 16670, March 22, 2012, Public Notice 7829.
Final Rule: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Sri Lanka
The Department of State is amending the International Traffic in Arms Regulations to add another exception to the license denial policy toward Sri Lanka. This change allows for exports to Sri Lanka for assistance for aerial and maritime surveillance.

77 FR 16592, March 21, 2012, Public Notice 7828.
Implementation of the Defense Trade Cooperation Treaty Between the United States and the United Kingdom
The Department of State is amending the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to implement the Defense Trade Cooperation Treaty between the United States and the United Kingdom, and identify via a supplement the defense articles and defense services that may not be exported pursuant to the Treaty. This final rule implements only the Defense Trade Cooperation Treaty between the United States and the United Kingdom. The final rule implementing the Defense Trade Cooperation Treaty between the United States and Australia will be published later in the year once that treaty enters into force. Additionally, the Department of State amends the section pertaining to the Canadian exemption to reference the new supplement, and, with regard to Congressional certification, the Department of State adds Israel to the list of countries and entities that have a shorter certification time period and a higher dollar value reporting threshold.

77 FR 12201, February 29, 2012, Public Notice 7810.
Final Rule: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Haiti
The Department of State is amending the International Traffic in Arms Regulations to clarify that the Coast Guard of Haiti is an eligible enduser. This change makes it clear that the existing exceptions allow for exports to the Coast Guard of Haiti.

77 FR 6169, February 7, 2012, Public Notice 7793.
Defense Trade Advisory Group; Notice of Membership
The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Political-Military Affairs' Defense Trade Advisory Group (DTAG) is accepting membership applications. The Bureau of Political-Military Affairs is interested in applications from subject matter experts from the United States defense industry, relevant trade and labor associations, academic, and foundation personnel. Originally announced in the Federal Register at 76 FR 72745, the Department is now seeking additional membership applications in order to have a more diverse membership for the 2012–2014 DTAG.

2011

76 FR 80305, December 23, 2011, Public Notice 7737.
Proposed Rule: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category XX
As part of the President's Export Control Reform effort, the Department of State proposes to amend the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to revise Category XX (submersible vessels and related articles) of the U.S. Munitions List (USML).

76 FR 80302, December 19, 2011, Public Notice 7736.
Proposed Rule: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category VI
As part of the President's Export Control Reform effort, the Department of State proposes to amend the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to revise Category VI (surface vessels of war and special naval equipment) of the U.S. Munitions List (USML) to describe more precisely the combatant vessels and other naval equipment warranting control on the USML.

76 FR 78578, December 23, 2011, Public Notice 7732.
Proposed Rule: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Registration and Licensing of Brokers, Brokering Activities, and Related Provisions
The Department of State proposes to amend part 129 of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) relating to brokers and brokering activities. Amendments are also to be made to related provisions of the ITAR. The proposed revisions are intended to clarify registration requirements, the scope of brokering activities, prior approval requirements and exemptions, procedures for obtaining prior approval and guidance, and reporting and recordkeeping of such activities. Conforming and technical changes would be made to other parts of the ITAR that affect export as well as brokering activities.

76 FR 76035, December 6, 2011, Public Notice 7708.
Final Rule: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Additional Method of Electronic Payment of Registration Fees.
The Department of State is amending the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to identify the Federal Reserve Wire Network (FedWire) as another method of electronic payment of registration fees, so as to provide a choice in and facilitate the submission of fees by registrants.

76 FR 76097, December 6, 2011, Public Notice 7703.
Proposed Rule: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Establishment of U.S. Munitions List Category XIX for Gas Turbine Engines
As part of the President's Export Control Reform effort, the Department of State proposes to amend the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to establish Category XIX of the U.S. Munitions List (USML) to describe gas turbine engines and associated equipment warranting control on the USML.

76 FR 76100, December 6, 2011, Public Notice 7702.
Proposed Rule: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category VII
As part of the President's Export Control Reform effort, the Department of State proposes to amend the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to revise Category VII (ground vehicles) of the U.S. Munitions List (USML) to describe more precisely the military ground vehicles warranting control on the USML.

76 FR 72246, November 22, 2011, Public Notice 7683.
Proposed Rule: Implementation of Defense Trade Cooperation Treaties
The Department of State is proposing to amend the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to implement the Defense Trade Cooperation Treaty between the United States and Australia and the Defense Trade Cooperation Treaty between the United States and the United Kingdom, and identify via a supplement the defense articles and defense services that may not be exported pursuant to the Treaties. Additionally, the Department of State proposes to amend the section pertaining to the Canadian exemption to reference the new supplement, and, with regard to Congressional certification, the Department of State proposes to add Israel to the list of countries and entities that have a shorter certification time period and a higher dollar value reporting threshold.

76 FR 69612, November 9, 2011, Public Notice 7682.
Final Rule: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Sudan
The Department of State is amending the International Traffic in Arms Regulations to include the Republic of the Sudan as a proscribed destination, pursuant to a United Nations Security Council arms embargo, and to clarify that this policy does not apply to the Republic of South Sudan.

76 FR 68694, November 7, 2011, Public Notice 7673.
Proposed Rule: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category VIII
As part of the President's Export Control Reform effort, the Department of State proposes to amend the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to revise Category VIII (aircraft and related articles) of the U.S. Munitions List (USML) to describe more precisely the military aircraft and related defense articles warranting control on the USML.

76 FR 47990, August 8, 2011, Public Notice 7552.
Final Rule: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Updates to Country Policies, and Other Changes.
The Department of State is amending the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to update country policies regarding Afghanistan, Côte d'Ivoire, Cyprus, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Eritrea, Fiji, Iraq, Lebanon, Liberia, North Korea, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Sri Lanka, Yemen, and Zimbabwe, and to correct administrative and typographical errors.

76 FR 41440, July 14, 2011, Public Notice 7523.
Proposed Rule: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Filing, Retention, and Return of Export Licenses and Filing of Export Information.
The Department of State proposes to amend the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to reflect changes in the requirements for the return of licenses. Applicants will no longer be required to return certain expired or exhausted DSP-5s. This change will reduce administrative burden on applicants.

76 FR 41438, July 14, 2011, Public Notice 7524.
Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: International Import Certificate.
The Department of State proposes to amend the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to remove reference to the International Import Certificate (Form BIS-645P/ATF-4522/DPS-53). This amendment will effectively cease the Department's current practice of accepting DSP-53 submissions, as there is no statutory, regulatory, or other authoritative basis for the Department to do so.

76 FR 38450, June 30, 2011, Public Notice 7512
60-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collections: Ten Information Collections.
The Department of State is seeking Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval for ten information collections. The purpose of this notice is to allow 60 days for public comments preceding submission to OMB. We are conducting this process in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.

76 FR 30001, May 24, 2011, Public Notice 7466.
Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Libya
The Department of State is amending the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to update the policy regarding Libya to reflect the United Nations Security Council arms embargoes adopted in February and March.

76 FR 28174, May 16, 2011, Public Notice 7428.
International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Dual Nationals and Third-Country Nationals Employed by End-Users
The Department of State is amending the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to establish a policy to address those who are unable to implement the exemption for intracompany, intra-organization, and intragovernment transfers of defense articles and defense services by approved endusers to dual national and third-country nationals who are employees of such approved end-users. Prior to making transfers to certain dual national and third-country national employees under this policy, approved end-users must screen employees, make an affirmative decision to allow access, and maintain records of screening procedures to prevent diversion of ITAR-controlled technology for purposes other than those authorized by the applicable export license or other authorization.

76 FR 20590, April 13, 2011, Public Notice 7415.
International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Defense Services
The Department of State proposes to amend the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to update the policy regarding defense services, to clarify the scope of activities that are considered a defense service, and to provide definitions of "Organizational-Level Maintenance," "Intermediate-Level Maintenance," and "Depot-Level Maintenance, and to make other conforming changes.

76 FR 16652, March 24, 2011, Public Notice 7328.
Defense Trade Advisory Group; Notice of Open Meeting
The Defense Trade Advisory Group (DTAG) will meet in open session from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 3, 2011, in the Dean Acheson Auditorium at the U.S. Department of State, Harry S. Truman Building, Washington, DC. Entry and registration will begin at 9 a.m. Please use the building entrance located at 23rd Street, NW., Washington, DC, between C & D Streets.

76 FR 16353, March 23, 2011, Public Notice 7384.
International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Exemption for Temporary Export of Chemical Agent Protective Gear
The Department of State is proposing to amend the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to add an exemption for the temporary export of chemical agent protective gear for exclusive personal use to destinations not subject to restrictions and to Afghanistan and Iraq under specified conditions. Additionally, an exemption for firearms and ammunition is clarified by removing certain extraneous language that does not change the meaning of the exemption.

76 FR 13928, March 15, 2011, Public Notice 7258.
Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Replacement Parts/Components and Incorporated Articles
The Department of State proposes to amend the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to update policies regarding replacement parts/ components and incorporated articles.

76 FR 10291, February 24, 2011, Public Notice 7338.
Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Electronic Payment of Registration Fees; 60-Day Notice of the Proposed Statement of Registration Information Collection
The Department of State is proposing to amend the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to change the method of payment to electronic submission of registration fees. Definitions for "Foreign Ownership" and "Foreign Control" are to be added. Pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act, public comment is requested on the Statement of Registration, the form used for the submission of the registration fee.

2010

75 FR 76935, December 10, 2010, Public Notice 7257.
Revisions to the United States Munitions List
As part of the President's export control reform initiative, the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) seeks public comment on revisions to the United States Munitions List (USML) that would make it a "positive list" of controlled defense articles, requests that the public "tier" defense articles based on the Administration's three-tier control criteria, and identify those current defense articles that the public believes do not fall within the scope of any of the criteria's tiers. A "positive list" is a list that describes controlled items using objective criteria rather than broad, open-ended, subjective, or design intent-based criteria. DDTC is not seeking with this advance notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPRM) input on whether particular defense articles should or should not be controlled on the USML or whether any defense articles should be controlled differently. Rather, it is only seeking with this ANPRM input on how the USML can be revised so that it clearly describes what is subject to the jurisdiction of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), how defense articles are identified by tier, and what current defense articles do not fall within the scope of any of the tiers. Guidelines for revision of the USML toward this end are provided in this ANPRM. Please see the proposed rule published elsewhere in this issue of the Federal Register for an example of a USML Category that has been revised in this manner.

75 FR 76930, December 10, 2010, Public Notice 7256.
Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category VII
As part of the President's Export Control Reform effort, the Department of State proposes to amend the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to revise Category VII of the U.S. Munitions List. The proposed rule would revise Category VII (tanks and military vehicles) to describe more precisely the defense articles described therein.

75 FR 57544, September 21, 2010, Public Notice 7109.
Defense Trade Advisory Group; Notice of Open Meeting
The Defense Trade Advisory Group (DTAG) will meet in open session from 1:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Wednesday, October 20, 2010, in the Loy Henderson Conference Center at the U.S. Department of State, Harry S. Truman Building, Washington, DC.

75 FR 52625, August 27, 2010, Public Notice 7135.
Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Export Exemption for Technical Data
The Department of State is amending the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to clarify an exemption for technical data. The clarification is that the exemption covers technical data, regardless of media or format, sent or taken by a U.S. person who is an employee of a U.S. corporation or a U.S. Government agency to a U.S. person employed by that U.S. corporation or to a U.S. Government agency outside the United States.

75 FR 52622, August 27, 2010, Public Notice 7134.
Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Removing Requirement for Prior Approval for Certain Proposals to Foreign Persons Relating to Significant Military Equipment
The Department of State is amending the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to remove the requirements for prior approval or prior notification for certain proposals to foreign persons relating to significant military equipment.

75 FR 51326, August 19, 2010, Public Notice 7124.
Javits Report 2011
In accordance with § 25 of the Arms Export Control Act (AECA), the State Department is required to provide to Congress an Arms Sale Proposal (the Javits Report) covering all sales and licensed commercial exports of major weapons or weapons-related defense equipment for $7,000,000 or more, or of any other weapons or weapons-related defense equipment for $25,000,000 or more, which are considered eligible for approval. The Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) is soliciting input regarding licensed commercial exports (i.e., direct commercial sales) for the report.

75 FR 48625, August 11, 2010, Public Notice 7116.
Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Dual Nationals and Third-Country Nationals Employed by End-Users
The Department of State is proposing to amend the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to update the policies regarding end-user employment of dual nationals and third country nationals.

75 FR 46843, August 4, 2010, Public Notice 7075.
Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Commodity Jurisdiction
The Department of State is amending the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to address electronic submission of a request for a commodity jurisdiction determination using "Commodity Jurisdiction (CJ) Determination Form" (Form DS–4076).

75 FR 31505, June 3, 2010, Public Notice 7035.
Defense Trade Advisory Group; Notice of Open Meeting
The Defense Trade Advisory Group (DTAG) will meet in open session from 1:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Wednesday, July 07, 2010, in the East Auditorium at the U.S. Department of State, Harry S. Truman Building, Washington DC.

75 FR 15388, March 29, 2010, Public Notice 6931.
Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Removing Requirement for Prior Approval for Certain Proposals to Foreign Persons Relating to Significant Military Equipment
The Department of State is amending the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to remove the requirements for prior approval or prior notification for certain proposals to foreign persons relating to significant military equipment at section 126.8 of the ITAR.

75 FR 7650, February 22, 2010, Public Notice 6900.
Termination of Ineligible Status and Statutory Debarment Pursuant to Section 38(g)(4) of the Arms Export Control Act and Section 127.7 of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations for ITT Corporation
Notice is hereby given that the Department of State has terminated the ineligible status and statutory debarment of ITT Corporation, pursuant to section 38(g)(4) of the Arms Export Control Act (AECA) (22 U.S.C. 2778) and section 127.7 of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

2009

74 FR 63497, December 3, 2009, Public Notice 6803.
Policy on Review Time for License Applications
In National Security Presidential Directive–56, Defense Trade Reform, signed January 22, 2008, the Department of State was directed to complete the review and adjudication of license applications within 60 days of receipt, except in cases where national security exceptions apply.

74 FR 61730, November 2, 2009, Public Notice 6810 (PDF, 42KB)
Defense Trade Advisory Group Meeting Agenda
As announced in the Federal Register (Volume 74, Number 218, Pages 58675–58676) the Defense Trade Advisory Group (DTAG) will meet in open session from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. on Friday, December 4, 2009.

74 FR 61586, November 25, 2009, Public Notice 6813 (PDF, 56KB)
Amendment to the International Arms Traffic in Arms Regulations: U.S. Government Transfer Programs and Foreign-Owned Military Aircraft and Naval Vessels
The Department of State is proposing to amend Section 126.6 of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) pertaining to U.S. Government transfer programs and foreign-owned military aircraft and naval vessels. Section 126.6 is being amended to clarify the particular circumstances when a license is not required by the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls.

74 FR 61292, November 24, 2009, Public Notice 6338 (PDF, 51KB)
Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Section 125.4(b)(9) Export Exemption for Technical Data
The Department of State is proposing to amend the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) regarding an exemption for technical data, to clarify that the exemption covers technical data, regardless of media or format, sent or taken by a U.S. person who is an employee of a U.S. corporation or a U.S. Government agency to a U.S. person employed by that U.S. corporation or to a U.S. Government agency outside the United States.

74 FR 58675, November 13, 2009, Public Notice 6806 (PDF, 49KB)
Defense Trade Advisory Group; Notice of Open Meeting
The Defense Trade Advisory Group (DTAG) will meet in open session from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. on Friday, December 4, 2009, at 1777 F Street, NW., Washington, DC. The membership of this advisory committee consists of private sector defense trade representatives, appointed by the Assistant Secretary of State for Political-Military Affairs, who advise the Department on policies, regulations, and technical issues affecting defense trade. The purpose of the meeting will be to discuss current defense trade issues and topics for further study.

74 FR 51631, October 6, 2009, Public Notice 6775 (PDF, 46KB)
Javits Report 2010
In accordance with Section 25 of the Arms Export Control Act (AECA), as amended, 22 U.S.C. 2765, the State Department prepares an annual report to Congress (the "Javits" Report) regarding an arms sales proposal covering all Foreign Military Sales (FMS) and Direct Commercial Sales (DCS) of major weapons or weapons-related defense equipment worth $7,000,000 or more, and of any other weapons or weaponsrelated defense equipment worth $25,000,000 or more, which are considered eligible for approval during the relevant calendar year.

74 FR 49434, September 28, 2009, Public Notice 6771 (PDF, 44KB)
30-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: DS–4076 Commodity Jurisdiction (CJ) Determination Form; OMB Control Number 1405–0163
The Department of State has submitted the following information collection to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.

74 FR 40633, August 12, 2009, Public Notice 6723 (PDF, 45KB)
Defense Trade Advisory Group; Notice of Membership
The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Political-Military Affairs' Defense Trade Advisory Group (DTAG) is accepting membership applications for the 2010–2012 term. The Bureau of Political-Military Affairs is interested in applications from representatives of the United States defense industry, relevant trade and labor associations, academia, and foundation personnel.

74 FR 39212, August 6, 2009, Public Notice 6646 (PDF, 47KB)
Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Temporary Export Exemption for Body Armor
The Department of State is amending the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to add an exemption for the temporary export of body armor for exclusive personal use to destinations not subject to restrictions under the ITAR § 126.1 and to Afghanistan and Iraq under specified conditions.

74 FR 38342, August 3, 2009, Public Notice 6716 (PDF, 51KB)
Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Congressional Certification Regarding South Korea
The Department of State is amending the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) regarding Congressional certification for the Republic of Korea (also referred to as South Korea). South Korea is now in the same category as the countries in the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), Japan, Australia, and New Zealand concerning certification to Congress, requiring such certification prior to granting any license for export of major defense equipment sold under a contract in the amount of $25,000,000 or more, or for defense articles or defense services sold under a contract in the amount of $100,000,000 or more, provided the transfer does not include any other countries. The ITAR is being amended at numerous sections to reflect these statutory changes and to update two provisions.

74 FR 351152, July 20, 2009, Public Notice 6695 (PDF, 45KB)
Amendment to the International Arms Traffic in Arms Regulations: The United States Munitions List; Correction
The Department of State published a final rule in the Federal Register on September 9, 1994 (59 FR 46548), revising Category XII(c) of the United States Munitions List. The language in the note after paragraph (c) contains a typographical error by using the term "hold" instead of "hole." A technical error in that rule resulted in the unintended removal of the note after Category XII paragraph (c). Consequently, a correction was published on April 24, 2009 (74 FR 18628) to restore the language in the note after Category XII paragraph (c). That correction used the term "hold" when the correct term is "hole." This document corrects the typographical error dating from September 9, 1994 to utilize the correct term "hole."

74 FR 18628, April 24, 2009, Public Notice 6589 (PDF, 44KB)
Amendment to the International Arms Traffic in Arms Regulations: The United States Munitions List; Correction
The Department of State published a final rule in the Federal Register on May 21, 2004 (69 FR 29222), revising Category XII(c) of the United States Munitions List. A technical error in that rule resulted in the unintended removal of language in a note after Category XII paragraph (c). This document corrects the final regulations by restoring the language in the note.

74 FR 12434, March 24, 2009, Public Notice 6557 (PDF, 51KB)
Defense Trade Advisory Group; Notice of Meeting April 7, 2009.
The Defense Trade Advisory Group (DTAG) will meet on April 7, 2009 from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Loy Henderson Conference Room at the U.S. Department of State, Harry S. Truman Building, Washington, DC. The meeting will be open to the public. Entry and registration will begin at 8:45 a.m. Please use the building entrance located at 23rd Street, NW., Washington, DC between C & D Streets. The purpose of the meeting will be to discuss current defense trade issues and topics for further study.

2008

73 FR 69715, November 19, 2008, Public Notice 6429 (PDF, 44KB)
Termination of Statutory Debarment Pursuant to Section 38(g)(4) of the Arms Export Control Act for Quality Aviation, Inc.
Notice is hereby given that the Department of State has terminated the statutory debarment of Quality Aviation, Inc. pursuant to section 38(g)(4) of the Arms Export Control Act (AECA) (22 U.S.C. 2778).

73 FR 69714, November 19, 2008, Public Notice 6430 (PDF, 51KB)
Termination of Statutory Debarment Pursuant to Section 38(g)(4) of the Arms Export Control Act for Interaero, Inc.
Notice is hereby given that the Department of State has terminated the statutory debarment of Interaero, Inc. pursuant to section 38(g)(4) of the Arms Export Control Act (AECA) (22 U.S.C. 2778).

73 FR 58041, October 6, 2008, Public Notice 6384 (PDF, 47KB)
Eritrea
The Department of State is adding Eritrea to its regulations on prohibited exports and sales to certain countries as a result of its designation as a country not cooperating fully with antiterrorism efforts.

73 FR 55441, September 25, 2008, Public Notice 6368 (PDF, 46KB)
Rwanda
The State Department has issued a final rule, effective Sept. 25, that removes Rwanda from its regulations on prohibited exports and sales to certain countries. This action follows the adoption on July 10 of United Nations Security Council Resolution 1823, which terminated remaining prohibitions on (a) defense exports to non-governmental entities and persons in Rwanda, (b) defense exports to such entities and persons in states neighboring Rwanda if such items were intended for use within Rwanda, and (c) the resale or retransfer of defense items from the government of Rwanda to any state neighboring Rwanda or to persons not in the service of the government of Rwanda.

73 FR 55439, September 25, 2008, Public Notice 6370 (PDF, 50KB)
Registration Fee Change
The Department of State is amending the text of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to increase the registration fees, change the registration renewal period, and make other minor administrative changes.

73 FR 54314, September 19, 2008, Public Notice 6364 (PDF, 48KB)
U.S. Munitions List Interpretation
The Department of State is amending the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to clarify that certain anti-tumor drugs are not within the definition of "chemical agents."

73 FR 52578, September 10, 2008, Public Notice 6353 (PDF, 45KB)
Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Correction
This document makes a correction to the RIN stated in the final rule published on July 18, 2008 (73 FR 41258) pertaining to "Renewal of Registration." RIN 1400–AC50 should be RIN 1400–AC51.

73 FR 52445, September 9, 2008, Public Notice 6345 (PDF, 46KB)
Defense Trade Advisory Group; Notice of Meeting October 21, 2008
The Defense Trade Advisory Group (DTAG) will meet on October 21, 2008 from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Loy Henderson Conference Room at the U.S. Department of State, Harry S. Truman Building, Washington, DC. The meeting will be open to the public. Entry and registration will begin at 8:45. Please use the building entrance located at 23rd Street, NW., Washington, DC between C&D Streets. The purpose of the meeting will be to discuss current defense trade issues and topics for further study.

73 FR 50391, August 26, 2008, Public Notice 6335 (PDF, 54KB)
30-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collections: Thirteen Information Collections
The Department of State has submitted the following information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.

73 FR 47523, August 14, 2008, Public Notice 6316 (PDF, 59KB)
The United States Munitions List Category VIII
The Department of State is amending the text of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Part 121 to add language clarifying how the criteria of Section 17(c) of the Export Administration Act of 1979 ("EAA") are implemented in accordance with the Department of State's obligations under the Arms Export Control Act ("AECA"), and restating the Department's longstanding policy and practice of implementing the criteria of this provision.

73 FR 43653, July 28, 2008, Public Notice 6246 (PDF, 51KB)
Registration Fee Change
The Department of State is proposing to amend the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) by increasing the registration fees, changing the registration renewal period, and making other minor administrative changes.

73 FR 41258, July 18, 2008, Public Notice 6300 (PDF, 53KB)
Renewal of Registration
The Department of State is amending the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) by revising the validity period for registration and by limiting the time frame in which a registration may be renewed.

73 FR 39369, July 9, 2008, Delegation of Authority 314 (PDF, 48KB)
Delegation of Authority No. 314
Delegation by the Deputy Secretary of State to the Under Secretary for Arms Control and International Security of Authority in Section 1821(b) of the Implementing Recommendations of the 9/11 Commission Act of 2007.

73 FR 37351, June 26, 2008 (PDF, 31KB)
Presidential Document, North Korea
Certification of Rescission of North Korea's Designation as a State Sponsor of Terrorism.

73 FR 33871, June 13, 2008, Public Notice 6254 (PDF, 49KB)
Defense Trade Advisory Group; Notice of Meetings June 19, 2008
On June 4, 2008, a Federal Register Notice (73 FR 31908) was published announcing the Defense Trade Advisory Group's (DTAG's) open meeting on June 19, 2008 from 9 a.m. to 12 noon in the East Auditorium at the U.S. Department of State, Harry S. Truman Building, Washington, DC. This notice serves to announce the closed meeting being held from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. as well as the purpose and topics for discussion of the June 19th meetings.

73 FR 31908, June 4, 2008, Public Notice 6177 (PDF, 55KB)
Defense Trade Advisory Group; Notice of Open Meeting
The Defense Trade Advisory Group (DTAG) will meet in open session from 9 a.m. to 12 noon on Thursday, June 19, 2008, in the East Auditorium at the U.S. Department of State, Harry S. Truman Building, Washington, DC. Entry and registration will begin at 8:15 a.m. Please use the building entrance located at 21st Street, NW., Washington, DC between C & D Streets. The membership of this advisory committee consists of private sector defense trade representatives, appointed by the Assistant Secretary of State for Political-Military Affairs, who advise the Department on policies, regulations, and technical issues affecting defense trade. The purpose of the meeting will be to discuss current defense trade issues and topics for further study.

73 FR 31731, June 3, 2008, Public Notice 6242 (PDF, KB)
60-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collections: Thirteen Information Collections
The Department of State is seeking Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval for the information collections described below. The purpose of this notice is to allow 60 days for public comment in the Federal Register preceding submission to OMB. We are conducting this process in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.

73 FR 29172, May 20, 2008, Public Notice 6232 (PDF, 47KB)
Determination and Certification Under Section 40A of the Arms Export Control Act
Pursuant to Section 40A of the Arms Export Control Act (22 U.S.C. 2781), and Executive Order 11958, as amended, I hereby determine and certify to the Congress that the following countries are not cooperating fully with United States antiterrorism efforts: Cuba; Eritrea; Iran; North Korea; Syria; Venezuela.

73 FR 28545, May 16, 2008, Public Notice 6231 (PDF, 51KB)
Determination Pursuant to the Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2008, related to the Provision of Military Assistance in Support of a Southern Sudan Security Sector Transformation Program
Pursuant to the authority vested in me by the laws of the United States,including Section 666(e) of the Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2008 (Div. J, Pub. L. 110–161) and Delegation of Authority 245, I hereby determine that the provision to the Government of Southern Sudan of non-lethal military assistance, military education and training, and defense services controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations is in the national interest of the United States, and that such assistance may be provided pursuant to section 666(e).

73 FR 20357, April 15, 2008, Public Notice 6190 (PDF, 45KB)
Policy on Review Time for License Applications
NDPD 56, signed January 22, 2008, directs review and adjudication of license applications within 60 days of receipt, except in case where national security exceptions apply, which are described in this Notice.

73 FR 20349, April 15, 2008, Public Notice 6189 (PDF, 67KB)
Notifications to the Congress of Proposed Commercial Export Licenses
Notice is hereby given that the Department of State has forwarded the attached Notifications of Proposed Export Licenses to the Congress on the dates indicated pursuant to sections 36(c) and 36(d) and in compliance with section 36(f) of the Arms Export Control Act (22 U.S.C. 2776).

73 FR 19778, April 11, 2008, Public Notice 6187 (PDF, 56KB)
Amendment to the ITAR: The United States Munitions List
The Department of State is proposing to amend the text of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Part 121, to add language clarifying how the criteria of Section 17(c) of the Export Administration Act of 1979 ("EAA") are implemented in accordance with the Department of State's obligations under the Arms Export Control Act ("AECA"), and restating the Department's longstanding policy and practice of implementing the criteria of this provision.