# Federal Register #2026-18918

Notice of waiver of sanctions on Syria under the Chemical and Biological Weapons Control and Warfare Elimination Act of 1991

**Buyer:** State Department
**Posted:** September 16, 2026
**Identifier:** 2026-18918

This notice from the Department of State addresses the waiver of sanctions on Syria under the Chemical and Biological Weapons Control and Warfare Elimination Act of 1991.
- Government Buyer:
  - U.S. Department of State
- Key Details:
  - The President determined a fundamental change in Syrian leadership and policies, leading to the waiver of most sanctions.
  - Remaining restrictions on arms sales and arms sales financing were subsequently waived by the Under Secretary for Arms Control and Nonproliferation, citing U.S. national security interests.
- Procurement Information:
  - No products, OEMs, or vendors are mentioned.
  - No goods or services are being requested or procured.
- Unique Requirements:
  - The notice pertains solely to policy changes regarding sanctions and does not involve any procurement activity.

### Description

The notice announces that on June 30, 2025, the President determined a fundamental change in the leadership and policies of the Syrian government and waived most sanctions imposed on Syria related to chemical weapons use, except for restrictions on arms sales and financing. On August 20, 2026, the Under Secretary for Arms Control and Nonproliferation further waived these remaining restrictions, deeming it essential to U.S. national security. The waiver is effective as of September 16, 2026, and is issued by the Department of State.

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