{"id":335,"date":"2019-04-26T17:07:06","date_gmt":"2019-04-26T17:07:06","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/exportcompliancesolutions.com\/blog\/?p=335"},"modified":"2019-04-26T17:07:06","modified_gmt":"2019-04-26T17:07:06","slug":"finally-itar-government-exemption-expanded-opportunities-comment-contribute-future-export-controls","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/exportcompliancesolutions.com\/blog\/2019\/04\/26\/finally-itar-government-exemption-expanded-opportunities-comment-contribute-future-export-controls\/","title":{"rendered":"Finally\u2014ITAR Government Exemption Expanded \u2013 and Opportunities to Comment and Contribute to Future Export Controls"},"content":{"rendered":"

State Department Expands \u00a7126.4 Government Exemption<\/strong><\/p>\n

On April 19, the Department of State, Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) published a notice (84 FR 16398<\/a>) that expands the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) \u00a7126.4 licensing exemption for transfers made by or for an agency of the U.S. Government.\u00a0 A proposed rule was originally published in 2015<\/a> and this revision, anticipated since last year<\/a>, was effective immediately.<\/p>\n

Notably, the new rule expands the exemption to include permanent exports, reexports, and retransfers.\u00a0 It also clarifies when it can be used by contractors, by third parties, or in international agreements or security cooperation programs.<\/p>\n

Please Note:<\/strong> The phrase \u201cincluding technical data\u201d was removed from the exemption as \u201cdefense article\u201d is already defined at \u00a7120.6 to include technical data.\u00a0 The notice states that \u201cWhen the Department refers to defense articles, without modification, the reference includes technical data.\u201d<\/p>\n

Portions of the revised exemption (\u00a7126.4(a)(1) or (3) and (b)(1)) may<\/em> be used for 126.1 countries.\u00a0 As revised, \u00a7126.1(a) includes a double negative: \u201cexemptions\u2026 except \u2026 \u00a7\u00a7126.4(a)(1) or (3) and (b)(1)\u2026 do not apply\u201d).\u00a0 As always, transactions involving 126.1 countries, even when the US government is involved, should be reviewed carefully and make sure to fully document their usage.\u00a0 No one wants to be in a position of having to recreate records after a period of time.<\/p>\n

Is this the same as the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) \u00a7740.11 GOV License Exception?\u00a0 Almost, as the revised \u00a7126.4 exemption has moved closer to, but does not completely mirror, the \u00a7740.11 GOV exception.\u00a0 The EAR exception has a different structure and more uses, including non-US governments and international organizations in some circumstances.\u00a0 Please read it carefully and the full text of the Federal Register Notice<\/a> for additional background.<\/p>\n

We Finally Have It!!!\u2014Be Sure to Review and Comment on Proposed DS-7788 Single Application Form<\/strong><\/p>\n

On April 19, 2019, the Department of State, Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) published a notice (84 FR 16554<\/a>) requesting comments on the proposed DS-7788 Application for the Permanent Export, Temporary Export, Temporary Import, or Brokering of Defense Articles, Defense Services, and Related Technical Data.\u00a0 The new form would consolidate existing forms including: DSP-5, DSP-61, DSP-73 and DSP-85 license applications; DSP-6, DSP-62, and DSP-74 license amendments; and proposed forms for changes in end use and brokering.<\/p>\n

The proposed \u201csingle\u201d form and instructions can currently be downloaded from the DDTC website<\/a> in nine separate pdfs.<\/p>\n

Comments will be accepted until June 19, 2019.\u00a0 See the Federal Register Notice<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n

This is an important opportunity to comment on how the proposed licensing changes would impact your business.<\/p>\n

Space Enterprise Summit<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Departments of State and Commerce will co-host the Space Enterprise Summit on June 26-27, 2019.\u00a0 Topics will include the government\u2019s role in stimulating and regulating commercial space activity as well as international collaboration and responsible behavior.<\/p>\n

The event will take place in the Loy Henderson Conference Room, Department of State, 2201 C Street Northwest, Washington, DC.<\/p>\n

For more information, see the Federal Register Notice (84 FR 13737<\/a>) or the Space Enterprise Summit webpage.<\/a><\/p>\n

Commerce Seeks Technical Advisory Committee Representatives<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Department of Commerce, Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), Department of Commerce is recruiting representatives from industry, academia, and the U.S. government to serve on one of seven Technical Advisory Committees (TACs).\u00a0 These committees advise the Department of Commerce on the technical parameters and administration of dual-use export controls.<\/p>\n

The TACs advise on the following areas:<\/p>\n

    \n
  1. Information Systems: Categories 3 (electronics), 4 (computers), and 5 (telecommunications and information security);<\/li>\n
  2. Materials: Category 1 (materials, chemicals, microorganisms, and toxins);<\/li>\n
  3. Materials Processing Equipment: Category 2 (materials processing);<\/li>\n
  4. Sensors and Instrumentation: Category 6 (sensors and lasers);<\/li>\n
  5. Transportation and Related Equipment TAC: Categories 7 (navigation and avionics), 8 (marine), and 9 (propulsion systems, space vehicles, and related equipment);<\/li>\n
  6. Emerging Technology: identification of emerging and foundational technologies; and<\/li>\n
  7. Regulations and Procedures: Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and EAR implementation.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Resumes must be submitted before April 1, 2020 and TAC members must obtain secret-level clearances prior to their appointment.\u00a0 See their Federal Register Notice (84 FR 12195<\/a>) for more information.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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