Federal Register #2026-07427

Regulatory Update: Amendment to Definition of 'United States' in Department of Commerce Regulations

This notice announces a regulatory update by the Department of Commerce's Office of Civil Rights: - The final rule amends the definition of 'United States' in 15 CFR Part 8 and 15 CFR Part 20 - Removes outdated references to the Panama Canal Zone - Ensures both regulatory definitions are identical and current - No products, services, OEMs, or vendors are involved - The update is intended to improve accuracy and consistency in Department regulations - No procurement action, purchase quantities, or part numbers are included

Description

The Department of Commerce issued a final rule amending the definition of "United States" in two of its regulations (15 CFR parts 8 and 20). The amendment removes references to the Panama Canal Zone, which is no longer part of the United States, and makes minor edits to ensure consistency and accuracy across the Department's regulations. This update aims to eliminate outdated language and reduce confusion in regulatory definitions.

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