Federal Register #2026-17576

Extension of Temporary Modification of Category XI(b) of the U.S. Munitions List

This Department of State regulatory action extends the temporary modification of Category XI(b) of the United States Munitions List (USML), impacting military electronics and intelligence systems. - Government Buyer: - Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls - Scope of Modification: - Maintains control over electronic systems, equipment, and software designed for intelligence purposes - Includes items that collect, survey, monitor, exploit, analyze, and produce information from the electromagnetic spectrum - Covers systems that counteract such activities - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are mentioned - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured; this is a regulatory action - Unique Requirements: - Temporary modification extended for two years - Affects classification and export control of certain military electronics and intelligence systems - Long-term regulatory solution under development

Description

The Department of State extends a previous temporary modification of Category XI(b) of the United States Munitions List (USML) in the interest of national security and foreign policy. This final rule continues the temporary modification of electronic systems or equipment designed for intelligence purposes that collect, survey, monitor, or exploit the electromagnetic spectrum. The extension is for two years, until August 30, 2028, while a long-term solution is developed. The rule is effective August 30, 2026, except for one amendatory instruction effective August 30, 2028.

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