Federal Register #2026-12019

Proposed ITAR Part 130 Regulatory Changes – No Procurement Involved

This opportunity involves a proposed regulatory change by the Department of State's Directorate of Defense Trade Controls: - Government Buyer: - Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls - Purpose: - Proposed amendments to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), specifically Part 130 - Aims to modernize and streamline reporting requirements for political contributions and fees/commissions in foreign defense sales and arms transfers - Supports Executive Order 14268 to reduce regulatory burdens in the defense export process - No procurement of products or services is involved - No OEMs or vendors are named or requested - The notice is a regulatory action, not a solicitation for goods or services - Public comments are invited on the proposed rule changes

Description

The Department of State proposes to amend the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to modernize and streamline reporting requirements related to certain political contributions and fees or commissions. This proposed rule supports Executive Order 14268 aimed at reducing rules and regulations involved in foreign defense sales and arms transfer cases. Comments on the proposed rule are invited and must be submitted by August 14, 2026. The rule is intended to reduce the reporting burden while maintaining compliance with the Arms Export Control Act.

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