DEPARTMENT OF STATE 

22 CFR Ch I 

Public Notice 8071 

Unified Agenda of Federal Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions 

AGENCY: Department of State. 

ACTION: Semiannual regulatory agenda. 

SUMMARY: Consistent with the Regulatory Flexibility Act of 1980, 5 U.S.C. 602, and OMB 

guidance to the Department of State pursuant to Executive Order 12866, the Fall 2012 regulatory 

agenda of the Department of State is set forth below. The purpose of this publication is to provide 

information to the public on the Department’s regulatory plans. 

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Alice Kottmyer, Office of General Management, 

Department of State, Room 3422, 2201 C Street NW. 

Washington, D.C. 20520. Telephone (202) 647-2199. 

DATED: October 19, 2012. 

NAME: Patrick F. Kennedy, 

Under Secretary of State for Management. 

Executive Order 13609 

In order to fulfill its responsibilities under regulatory executive orders, including Executive Orders 

13563 and 13609, the Department participates fully in the regulatory working group and the 

recently-implemented process outlined in Executive Order 13609. Examples of two rules that 

implement the principles outlined in Executive Order 13609 but predate Executive Order 13609 

include: 

• RIN 1400-AC86, in which the Department is amending rules relating to adoptions in 

countries party to the Hague Convention on Protection of Children, and 
• RIN 1400-AD29, which is a Department of State rule, intended to conform State's 

regulations to those of the Department of Homeland Security; this U.S. Government 

initiative might have fallen under international cooperative efforts, had the initiative 

occurred after establishment of the Executive Order 13609 process. 

Both of these rules are in the final rule stage. 
The 63 Regulatory Agendas

Department of State - Proposed Rule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Department of State Acquisition Regulation--Updates 1400-AC33

Exchange Visitor Program--Teachers 1400-AC60

National Security Information Regulations 1400-AC75

Amendments to Code of Federal Regulations (Freedom of Information) 1400-AC76

Exchange Visitor Program--Au Pairs 1400-AC82

Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Maintenance of Records Requirement 1400-AC84

Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Exports Made By or For a United States Government

Department or Agency 1400-AC88

Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category I 1400-AC90

Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category XIV 1400-AD03

Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category III 1400-AD04

Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category II 1400-AD05

Exchange Visitor Program--Summer Work Travel 1400-AD14

Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category XVI 1400-AD18

Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category IV 1400-AD19

Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Temporary Imports 1400-AD24

Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category XI 1400-AD25

Exchange Visitor Program -- Fees and Charges 1400-AD28

Visas: Documentation of Nonimmigrants Under the Immigration and Nationality Act, as Amended 1400-AD30

Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category XII 1400-AD32

Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category XV 1400-AD33

Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category XVII 1400-AD34

Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category XVIII 1400-AD35

Department of State - Final Rule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Exchange Visitor Program--General Provisions 1400-AC36

Amendments to ITAR: Brokering Activities and Related Provisions 1400-AC37

Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Incorporated Articles 1400-AC70

Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: U.S. Munitions List Category VII 1400-AC77

Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Defense Services 1400-AC80

Visas: Documentation of Immigrants Under the Immigration and Nationality Act, as Amended 1400-AC86

Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Replacement Parts/Components 1400-AC94

International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category VIII 1400-AC96

International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Establishment of U.S. Munitions List Category XIX for Gas Turbine Engines 1400-AC98

Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category VI 1400-AC99

Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category XX 1400-AD01

Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category V 1400-AD02

Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Canadian Firearms Components Exemption 1400-AD07

Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category XIII 1400-AD13

Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category IX 1400-AD15
Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category X 1400-AD16

Schedule of Fees for Consular Services, Department of State and Overseas Embassies and Consulates--Passports 1400-AD20

Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Definition for Specially Designed 1400-AD22

Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Afghanistan 1400-AD26

Visas: Documentation of Nonimmigrants Under the Immigration and Nationality Act, As Amended; TN Visas From

NAFTA Countries 1400-AD29

Repeal of Benefits for Hostages in Iraq, Kuwait, or Lebanon 1400-AD31

Department of State - Completed Action

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Schedule of Fees for Consular Services, Department of State, and Overseas Embassies and Consulates 1400-AC57

Schedule of Fees for Consular Services, Department of State, and Overseas Embassies and Consulates 1400-AC58

Advisory Committee Management, Department of State 1400-AC64

Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Temporary Export Exemption for Chemical Agent Protective

Gear 1400-AC71

Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: International Import Certificate BIS-645P/ATF-4522/DSP-53 1400-AC85

Visas: Documentation of Nonimmigrants Under the Immigration and Nationality Act, as Amended 1400-AC87

Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Filing, Retention, and Return of Export Licenses and Filing

of Export Information 1400-AC91

International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Sudan 1400-AC93

International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Implementing the Defense Trade Cooperation Treaty Between the United

States and Australia and the Defense Trade Cooperation Treaty Between the US and UK 1400-AC95

Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Libya, and UNSCR 2009 1400-AC97

Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Additional Method of Electronic Payment of Registration

Fees 1400-AD00

Schedule of Fees for Consular Services, Department of State and Overseas Embassies and Consulates 1400-AD06

Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Haiti 1400-AD08

Visas: Issuance of Full Validity L Visas to Qualified Applicants 1400-AD09

Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Sri Lanka 1400-AD10

Schedule of Fees for Consular Services, Department of State and Overseas Embassies and Consulates 1400-AD11

Exchange Visitor Program--Summer Work Travel 1400-AD12

Visas: Independent Classification of Immediate Family Members of A Visa Holders as G Visa Holders 1400-AD21

Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Yemen 1400-AD23

Repeal of Part 52: Marriages 1400-AD27

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AC33

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Title: Department of State Acquisition Regulation--Updates

Abstract: This proposed rule will update the Department of State Acquisition Regulation (DOSAR) to conform to Federal

Acquisition Regulation (FAR) changes and adds a new DOSAR clause and provision regarding reporting certain categories of

Government-furnished and contractor-acquired property.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 48 CFR ch 6 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: PL 93-400; PL 96-83

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:
Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 01/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Alice Kottmyer 

Attorney-Adviser, Office of Management

Department of State

Room 3422, 2201 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20520

Washington , DC 20520 

Phone: 202 647-2318 

FAX: 202 736-7116

E-Mail: kottmyeram@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AC60

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Title: Exchange Visitor Program--Teachers

Abstract: The Department is amending existing regulations governing the teacher category of the Exchange Visitor Program.

The proposed amendments clarify the duration of program participation, amend eligibility requirements with a reduction from

three to two years of full-time teaching experience, introduce a required cultural component, and propose the implementation of

a two-year bar for repeat participation to foster the purpose of the Mutual Educational and Cultural Exchange Act of 1961

("Fulbright-Hays Act"). These proposed changes will enhance the integrity and programmatic effectiveness of the teacher

category.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 62 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: PL 87-256, 22 USC 2451 et seq; 22 USC 2452; 8 USC 1101(a)(15)(J)

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2012 

NPRM Comment Period End 02/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business; Organizations Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Robin J Lerner 

Deputy Assistant Secretary for Private Sector Exchange

Department of State

5th Floor, SA-5, 2200 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 632-2805 
FAX: 202 632-2701

E-Mail: jexchanges@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AC75

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Title: National Security Information Regulations

Abstract: The Department of State proposes to revise its regulations governing the classification of national security

information that is under the control of the Department in order to reflect the provisions of a new executive order on national

security information, Executive Order 13526 and its implementing directive found at 32 CFR 2001. The Department is also

proposing to make changes in the Department's procedures, since the last revision of the Department's regulations was in June

2007 (72 FR 30972). These changes may include some changes in the classification categories, in the rules governing the

sharing of other-agency classified information, and in granting access to certain former government personnel.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 9 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 5 USC 552

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 02/00/2013 

NPRM Comment Period End 04/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Kottmyer Alice 

Attorney-Adviser

Department of State

2201 C Street NW, Suite 3422, Washington, DC 20520

Washington , DC 20520 

Phone: 202 647-2318 

E-Mail: kottmyeram@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AC76

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Title: Amendments to Code of Federal Regulations (Freedom of Information)

Abstract: The Department of State is revising its regulations governing the availability to the public of information under the

control of the Department, to bring the regulations in line with several changes in the law, regulations, and executive orders. The

proposed rule will make a significant change in the content of 22 CFR part 171. The former subpart C of part 171, pertaining to

declassification of national security information and access to classified information by historical researchers and certain former

government personnel is being removed from part 171 and incorporated into 22 CFR part 9, which deals with national security

information. See related RIN 1400-AC75.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 22 CFR 171 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 5 USC 552, 552a; PL 95-521

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 01/00/2013 

NPRM Comment Period End 02/00/2013 

Additional Information: Includes Retrospective Review under E.O. 13563.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Alice Kottmyer 

Attorney-Adviser, Office of Management

Department of State

Room 3422, 2201 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20520

Washington , DC 20520 

Phone: 202 647-2318 

FAX: 202 736-7116

E-Mail: kottmyeram@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AC82

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Title: Exchange Visitor Program--Au Pairs

Abstract: The Department is proposing to amend existing Exchange Visitor Program regulations to provide more flexibility for

au pairs to meet the required educational component of their exchange programs. This Proposed Rule also increases the limit

on the amount of the contribution that host families must provide au pairs toward the cost of completing the required

educational component, while significantly expanding the options available to au pairs to meet this requirement. In addition to

the proposed changes in the educational component, the Department is proposing language that clarifies the intent of some

existing regulatory requirements and requires the development of organizational specific statements of policy.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 62.31 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: PL 87-256, 22 USC 2451 et seq; 22 USC 2452; 8 USC 1101(a)(15)(J)

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite
NPRM 03/00/2013 

NPRM Comment Period End 05/00/2013 

Additional Information: Includes Retrospective Review under Executive Order 13563.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; State

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Robin J Lerner 

Deputy Assistant Secretary for Private Sector Exchange

Department of State

5th Floor, SA-5, 2200 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 632-2805 

FAX: 202 632-2701

E-Mail: jexchanges@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AC84

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Title: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Maintenance of Records Requirement

Abstract: The Department of State is proposing to amend the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to clarify the

requirements for compliance with the Arms Export Control Act (AECA) and the ITAR with regard to the maintenance of records,

and, when requested, the provision of such records to the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. This proposed amendment is

intended to enhance the Department's oversight of transactions regulated by the AECA and the ITAR.

Priority: Routine and Frequent Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 122 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 2752, 2778; 22 USC 2651a

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 07/00/2013 

NPRM Comment Period End 09/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Candace M J Goforth 

Director, Office of Defense Trade Controls Policy

Department of State

2401 E Street NW, ATTN: ITAR Amendment, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 663-2792 

E-Mail: ddtcresponseteam@state.gov
Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AC88

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Title: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Exports Made By or For a United States Government

Department or Agency

Abstract: As part of the President's Export Control reform effort, the Department of State is proposing to amend the

International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to update and clarify its policy related to exports made by or for a United States

Government Department or Agency. The Department determined that the current rules did not adequately explain the situations

in which the Department could use the exemption. The proposed rule now clearly distinguishes between temporary imports and

exports made by a U.S. Government department or agency and temporary imports and exports made for or on behalf of a U.S.

Government department or agency. Additionally, the Department has added provisions to clarify for exporters the types of

exports made for or on behalf of a U.S. Government department or agency that are covered by the exemption.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 126 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 2752, 2778, 2797; 22 USC 2794; 22 USC 2651a

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/00/2013 

NPRM Comment Period End 07/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: Business; Governmental Jurisdictions Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Candace M J Goforth 

Director, Office of Defense Trade Controls Policy

Department of State

2401 E Street NW, ATTN: ITAR Amendment, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 663-2792 

E-Mail: ddtcresponseteam@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AC90

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Title: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category I

Abstract: As part of the President's Export Control Reform effort, the Department of State proposes to amend the International

Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to revise Category I (firearms and related articles) of the U.S. Munitions List to describe

more precisely the firearms and related articles warranting control on the USML.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 121 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 2752, 2778 and 2797
Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/00/2013 

NPRM Comment Period End 07/00/2013 

Additional Information: Includes Retrospective Review under E.O. 13563.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Related RINs: Related to 1400-AC78

Agency Contact: Candace M J Goforth 

Director, Office of Defense Trade Controls Policy

Department of State

2401 E Street NW, ATTN: ITAR Amendment, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 663-2792 

E-Mail: ddtcresponseteam@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AD03

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Title: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category XIV

Abstract: As part of the President's Export Control Reform effort, the Department of State proposes to amend the International

Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to revise Category XIV (toxicological agents, including chemical agents, biological agents,

and associated equipment) of the U.S. Munitions List (USML) to describe more precisely the materials warranting control on the

USML. This proposed rule revises USML Category XIV to establish a clear distinction between the USML and the Commerce

Control List (CCL) for the control of these articles. The most significant change proposed in this rule is the movement of riot

control agents to the export jurisdiction of the Department of Commerce. Other items, previously controlled on the USML, will

also be controlled on the CCL.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 121 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 2752, 2778, 2797; 22 USC 2651a; PL 105-261

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/00/2013 

NPRM Comment Period End 07/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Candace M J Goforth 

Director, Office of Defense Trade Controls Policy

Department of State

2401 E Street NW, ATTN: ITAR Amendment, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 663-2792 

E-Mail: ddtcresponseteam@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AD04

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Title: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category III

Abstract: As part of the President's Export Control Reform effort, the Department of State proposes to amend the International

Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to revise Category III (ammunition and ordnance) of the U.S. Munitions List (USML) to

establish a clear distinction between the USML and the CCL for the control of these articles. Most significantly, paragraphs (a)

and (d) may be revised to remove broad catchalls and expanded to enumerate the specific articles to be controlled therein.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 121 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 2752, 2778, 2797; 22 USC 2651a; PL 105-261

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/00/2013 

NPRM Comment Period End 07/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Candace M J Goforth 

Director, Office of Defense Trade Controls Policy

Department of State

2401 E Street NW, ATTN: ITAR Amendment, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 663-2792 

E-Mail: ddtcresponseteam@state.gov
Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AD05

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Title: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category II

Abstract: As part of the President's Export Control Reform effort, the Department of State proposes to amend the International

Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to revise Category II (guns and armament) of the U.S. Munitions List (USML) to describe

more precisely the articles warranting control on the USML, to establish a clear distinction between the USML and the

Commerce Control List (CCL) for the control of these articles, and to specifically enumerate the articles that are controlled in

that paragraph.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 121 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 2752, 2778, 2797; 22 USC 2651a; PL 105-261

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/00/2013 

NPRM Comment Period End 07/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Candace M J Goforth 

Director, Office of Defense Trade Controls Policy

Department of State

2401 E Street NW, ATTN: ITAR Amendment, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 663-2792 

E-Mail: ddtcresponseteam@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AD14

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Title: Exchange Visitor Program--Summer Work Travel

Abstract: The Department of State (Department) published an initial interim final rule with request for comment on April 26,

2011) (2011 IFR) to amend the regulatory requirements of the Summer Work Travel category of the Exchange Visitor Program.

In a second interim final rule (2012 IFR) published May 11, 2012, the Department expanded upon and provided guidance on

additional regulatory changes and bolstered portions of the regulations to both further protect the health, safety, and welfare of

Summer Work Travel (SWT) Program participants and to reinforce the cultural exchange aspects of the SWT Program to

promote mutual understanding in accordance with the Mutual Educational and Cultural Exchange Act of 1961. The 2012 IFR

further reinforces the cultural exchange aspect of the SWT Program through the addition of a cultural component, and provides

additional protection to program participants by describing types of job placements that are appropriate and by expanding the

list of jobs prohibited under the SWT Program. The Department has reviewed the comments submitted in response to the 2011

IFR and the 2012 IFR, and plans to publish a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking with a minimum of 60-days for public comment,

to reflect comments received from both rulemakings and further protect the health, safety and welfare of participants by

specifically requesting comments on: greater protections for participants, restrictions on eligible participation in the SWT

Program, and some additional requirements and restrictions on sponsors of the SWT Program.
Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 62.32 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 2451 et seq; 8 USC 1101(a)(15)(J)

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Interim Final Rule 05/11/2012 77 FR 27593 

Interim Final Rule Comment Period End 07/10/2012 

NPRM 02/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Robin J Lerner 

Deputy Assistant Secretary for Private Sector Exchange

Department of State

5th Floor, SA-5, 2200 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 632-2805 

FAX: 202 632-2701

E-Mail: jexchanges@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AD18

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Title: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category XVI

Abstract: As part of the President's Export Control Reform effort, the Department of State proposes to amend the International

Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to remove Category XVI (nuclear weapons, design and testing related items), to reflect that

the provisions of this subchapter of the ITAR do not apply to equipment, technical data, or services under the export control of

the Department of Energy or the Nuclear Regulatory Commission pursuant to the Atomic Energy Act of 1954, as amended, and

the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Act of 1978, as amended, or to a government transfer authorized by those Acts.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 121, 123, 124, 125, 126, and 129 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations )

Legal Authority: 22 USC 2752, 2778, 2797; 22 USC 2753; 22 USC 2651a, 2776; PL 105-261; sec 1205(a), PL 107-228

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:
Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/00/2013 

NPRM Comment Period End 07/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; Tribal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Candace M J Goforth 

Director, Office of Defense Trade Controls Policy

Department of State

2401 E Street NW, ATTN: ITAR Amendment, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 663-2792 

E-Mail: ddtcresponseteam@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AD19

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Title: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category IV

Abstract: As part of the President's Export Control Reform effort, the Department of State proposes to amend the International

Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to revise U.S. Munitions List (USML) Category IV (launch vehicles, guided missiles, ballistic

missiles, rockets, torpedoes, bombs, and mines).

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 120 and 121 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 2752, 2778, 2797; 22 USC 2794; 22 USC 2651a; PL 105-261

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/00/2013 

NPRM Comment Period End 07/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Candace M J Goforth 

Director, Office of Defense Trade Controls Policy

Department of State

2401 E Street NW, ATTN: ITAR Amendment, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 663-2792 

E-Mail: ddtcresponseteam@state.gov
Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AD24

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Title: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Temporary Imports

Abstract: The Department of State proposes to amend the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to require

temporary import licenses (DSP-61) only for those defense articles enumerated on the United States Munitions List – Import

(USML-I), as administered by the Attorney General under the direction of the Department of Justice's Bureau of Alcohol,

Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 120 and 123 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 2752, 2778, 2797; 22 USC 2794; 22 USC 2651a; PL 105–261

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/00/2013 

NPRM Comment Period End 07/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Candace M J Goforth 

Director, Office of Defense Trade Controls Policy

Department of State

2401 E Street NW, ATTN: ITAR Amendment, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 663-2792 

E-Mail: ddtcresponseteam@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AD25

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Title: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category XI

Abstract: As part of the President's Export Control Reform effort, the Department of State proposes to amend the International

Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to revise Category XI (military electronics) of the U.S. Munitions List (USML) to more

accurately describe the articles within the category, in order to establish a clear distinction between the USML and the CCL for

the control of these articles.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 121 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 2752, 2778, 2797; 22 USC 2651a; PL 105–261

Legal Deadline: None
Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/00/2013 

NPRM Comment Period End 07/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Candace M J Goforth 

Director, Office of Defense Trade Controls Policy

Department of State

2401 E Street NW, ATTN: ITAR Amendment, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 663-2792 

E-Mail: ddtcresponseteam@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AD28

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Title: Exchange Visitor Program -- Fees and Charges

Abstract: This Notice of Proposed Rulemaking revises the fees and charges to programs covered in 22 CFR 62.17, based on

a cost of service study conducted by the Department.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 62.17 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 2451 et seq; 8 USC 1101(a)15)(J)

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 02/00/2013 

NPRM Comment Period End 04/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.
Agency Contact: Robin J Lerner 

Deputy Assistant Secretary for Private Sector Exchange

Department of State

5th Floor, SA-5, 2200 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 632-2805 

FAX: 202 632-2701

E-Mail: jexchanges@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AD30

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Title: Visas: Documentation of Nonimmigrants Under the Immigration and Nationality Act, as Amended

Abstract: This regulation revises an existing regulation to comply with a court decision requiring joint action between DHS and

the Department of State. The amended provisions permit a waiver of the visa and passport requirement for individuals traveling

without them due to unforeseen or emergency circumstances. By clarifying the shared role of the Department of State and the

Department of Homeland Security in implementing the rule, the Department hopes to make business practices more predicable

for industry.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 41 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1104; PL 105-277; 8 USC 1185 note; 588 F.3d 158 (2d Cir 2009)

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 02/00/2013 

NPRM Comment Period End 04/00/2013 

Additional Information: Includes Retrospective Review under E.O. 13563.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Taylor Beaumont Department of State

Bureau of Consular Affairs, Legislation and Regulation Division, 2401 E Street NW, Room L-603D, Washington , DC 20520-

0106

Washington , DC 20520-0106 

Phone: 202 663-2951 

E-Mail: beaumonttw@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AD32

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Title: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category XII

Abstract: As part of the President's Export Control Reform effort, the Department of State proposes to amend the International
Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to revise Category XII (Fire Control Equipment, etc.) of the U.S. Munitions List (USML) to

describe more precisely the articles warranting control on the USML. The revisions of this rule are part of the Department of

State's retrospective review under Executive Order 13563. The Department of State's full plan can be accessed at

http://www.state.gov/documents/organization/181028.pdf.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 121 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 2778

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/00/2013 

NPRM Comment Period End 07/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Candace M J Goforth 

Director, Office of Defense Trade Controls Policy

Department of State

2401 E Street NW, ATTN: ITAR Amendment, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 663-2792 

E-Mail: ddtcresponseteam@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AD33

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Title: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category XV

Abstract: As part of the President's Export Control Reform effort, the Department of State proposes to amend the International

Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to revise Category XV (Spacecraft) of the U.S. Munitions List (USML) to describe more

precisely the articles warranting control on the USML.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 121 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 2778

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:
Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/00/2013 

NPRM Comment Period End 07/00/2013 

Additional Information: Includes Retrospective Review under E.O. 13563.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Candace M J Goforth 

Director, Office of Defense Trade Controls Policy

Department of State

2401 E Street NW, ATTN: ITAR Amendment, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 663-2792 

E-Mail: ddtcresponseteam@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AD34

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Title: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category XVII

Abstract: As part of the President's Export Control Reform effort, the Department of State proposes to amend the International

Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to revise Category XVII (Classified Articles) of the U.S. Munitions List (USML) to describe

more precisely the articles warranting control on the USML. The revisions of this rule are part of the Department of State's

retrospective plan under Executive Order 13563.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 121 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 2778

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/00/2013 

NPRM Comment Period End 07/00/2013 

Additional Information: Includes Retrospective Review under E.O. 13563.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Candace M J Goforth 

Director, Office of Defense Trade Controls Policy

Department of State
2401 E Street NW, ATTN: ITAR Amendment, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 663-2792 

E-Mail: ddtcresponseteam@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AD35

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Title: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category XVIII

Abstract: As part of the President's Export Control Reform effort, the Department of State proposes to amend the International

Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to revise Category XVIII (Directed Energy Weapons) of the U.S. Munitions List (USML) to

describe more precisely the articles warranting control on the USML.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 121 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 2778

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/00/2013 

NPRM Comment Period End 07/00/2013 

Additional Information: Includes Retrospective Review under E.O. 13563.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Candace M J Goforth 

Director, Office of Defense Trade Controls Policy

Department of State

2401 E Street NW, ATTN: ITAR Amendment, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 663-2792 

E-Mail: ddtcresponseteam@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AC36

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Title: Exchange Visitor Program--General Provisions

Abstract: The Department of State is proposing to amend the General Provisions (subpart A) of the existing Exchange Visitor

Program regulations. This section of the regulations establishes the procedures for designated Program sponsors and

addresses overall Program administration. It provides the overall context in which to interpret all other provisions of the

Exchange Visitor Program regulations. The General Provisions have not been revised in whole in over 15 years, despite

modifications of many of the category-specific regulations and changes in technology. The proposed regulations encompass

technical changes to the General Provisions and address public diplomacy and foreign policy concerns, including the
Department's ability to monitor Program sponsors and to ensure the safety and well-being of foreign nationals who come to the

United States as Program participants. The amendment of this section incorporates changes made to the regulations since the

last update in 1993. It ties all regulatory requirements together and consolidates the requirements set forth in the SEVIS

reporting requirements regulations into the General Provisions. This rule also proposes new requirements regarding applications

for designation and redesignation, a change in the required amount of health insurance coverage, the identification of an

Employer Identification Number (EIN) and Dun & Bradstreet numbers by sponsors and third party entities, the collection of

employment authorization information and validation of the SEVIS record on an exchange visitor's accompanying spouse and

dependents, criminal background checks on all Responsible Officers and Alternate Responsible Officers, and the

implementation of management audits across all categories.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 62, subpart A (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: Mutual Educational and Cultural Act of 1961, PL 87-256, 22 USC 2451, et seq; sec 102 of the Act, 22 USC

2452; sec 101(a)(15)(J) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, 8 USC 1101(a)(15)(J)

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 09/22/2009 74 FR 48177 

NPRM Comment Period End 11/23/2009 

Final Action 03/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business; Organizations Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Public Comment URL: http://www.regulations.gov/index.cfm

Agency Contact: Robin J Lerner 

Deputy Assistant Secretary for Private Sector Exchange

Department of State

5th Floor, SA-5, 2200 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 632-2805 

FAX: 202 632-2701

E-Mail: jexchanges@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AC37

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Title: Amendments to ITAR: Brokering Activities and Related Provisions

Abstract: The Department of State proposes to amend part 129 of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) relating

to brokers and brokering activities. Amendments are also to be made to related provisions of the ITAR. The proposed revisions

are intended to clarify registration requirements, the scope of brokering activities, prior approval requirements and exemptions,

procedures for obtaining prior approval and guidance, and reporting and recordkeeping of such activities. Conforming and

technical changes would be made to other parts of the ITAR that affect export as well as brokering activities.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 120 and 129 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 2778
Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/19/2011 76 FR 78578 

NPRM Comment Period End 02/17/2012 

Final Action 06/00/2013 

Additional Information: Includes Retrospective Review under E.O. 13563.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Daniel L. Cook 

Chief, Compliance and Registration Division

Department of State

2401 E Street NW, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 662-2871 

E-Mail: ddtcresponseteam@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AC70

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Title: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Incorporated Articles

Abstract: As a part of the President's Export Control Reform effort, the Department of State proposes to amend the ITAR to

reflect new policies regarding coverage of incorporated articles. The Department's review of current ITAR treatment of

incorporated articles led to the proposed change with a view to limit ITAR coverage to where diversion of the embedded

defense article is a realistic and practical concern. To this end, the rulemaking proposes conditions under which a DDTC license

is not required for the export or re-export of defense articles incorporated into an end-item that is "subject to the Export

Administration Regulations (EAR)." Those conditions include where the end-item would be "rendered inoperable" by the removal

of the defense article, where no technical data for development or production are transferred with the defense article, and where

the incorporation of the defense article does not provide (or is not related to) a military application. Additionally, no license would

be required for the export or re-export of a defense article when that article would be rendered inoperable by removal from the

end-item. A license would be required for the export of defense articles that are spare or replacement parts when they are

embedded into a larger assembly such that they can be removed without destroying the defense articles.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 120; 22 CFR 123; 22 CFR 124; 22 CFR 126 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal

Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 2778

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:
Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/15/2011 76 FR 13928 

NPRM Comment Period End 04/14/2011 

Final Action 05/00/2013 

Additional Information: Includes Retrospective Review under E.O. 13563.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Related RINs: Related to 1400-AC94

Agency Contact: Candace M J Goforth 

Director, Office of Defense Trade Controls Policy

Department of State

2401 E Street NW, ATTN: ITAR Amendment, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 663-2792 

E-Mail: ddtcresponseteam@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AC77

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Title: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: U.S. Munitions List Category VII

Abstract: As part of the President's Export Control Reform effort, the Department of State proposes to amend the International

Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to revise Category VII (ground vehicles) of the U.S. Munitions List (USML) to describe more

precisely the military ground vehicles warranting control on the USML. This proposed rule establishes a clear distinction

between the USML and the Commerce Control List (CCL) for the control of military ground vehicles. The proposed revision

narrows the types of ground vehicle controlled on the USML to only those that warrant control under the stringent requirements

of the Arms Export Control Act. Proposed changes include the removal of most unarmored and unarmed military vehicles,

trucks, trailers, and trains (unless "specially designed" as firing platforms for weapons above .50 caliber), and armored vehicles

(either unarmed or with inoperable weapons) manufactured before 1956. Also, this revision would remove gas turbine engines

designed for ground vehicles from inclusion in this category. The proposed revision contains a positive list of specific types of

parts, components, accessories, and attachments that continue to warrant control on the USML. All other parts, components,

accessories, and attachments will become subject to the CCL.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 121 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 2752, 2778, 2797; 22 USC 2651a

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/10/2010 75 FR 76930 

NPRM Comment Period End 02/08/2011 
NPRM 12/06/2011 76 FR 76100 

NPRM Comment Period End 01/20/2012 

Final Action 05/00/2013 

Additional Information: Includes Retrospective Review under E.O. 13563.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Candace M J Goforth 

Director, Office of Defense Trade Controls Policy

Department of State

2401 E Street NW, ATTN: ITAR Amendment, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 663-2792 

E-Mail: ddtcresponseteam@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AC80

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Title: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Defense Services

Abstract: As part of the President's Export Control Reform effort, the Department of State proposes to amend the International

Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to update the policy regarding defense services, to clarify the scope of activities that are

considered a defense service, and to provide definitions of "Organizational-Level Maintenance," "Intermediate-Level

Maintenance," and "Depot-Level Maintenance," and to make other conforming changes. The Department reviewed the ITAR's

treatment of defense services with a view to improving efficiency in licensing, and reducing unintended consequences. As a

result, it was determined that the current definition of defense services was overly broad, capturing certain forms of assistance

or services that do not warrant ITAR control. Services based solely upon the use of public domain data would not constitute

defense services under this part of the definition and, therefore, would not require a license, technical assistance agreement, or

manufacturing license agreement to provide to a foreign person. The proposed new definition of defense service also includes a

new provision that would control the "integration" of items, whether controlled by the U.S. Munitions List (USML) or the

Commerce Control List (CCL), into USML controlled defense articles even if controlled "technical data" is not provided to a

foreign person during the provision of such services. Additionally, the proposed rule proposed to specify that training for foreign

"units or forces" will be considered a defense service only if the training involves the employment of a defense article,

regardless of whether technical data is involved. Also, the proposed rule specifies examples of activities that do not constitute

defense services.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 120 and 124 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 2778

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 04/13/2011 76 FR 20590 

NPRM Comment Period End 06/13/2011 

Final Action 05/00/2013 

Additional Information: Includes Retrospective Review under E.O. 13563.
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Related RINs: Related to 1400-AC70

Agency Contact: Candace M J Goforth 

Director, Office of Defense Trade Controls Policy

Department of State

2401 E Street NW, ATTN: ITAR Amendment, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 663-2792 

E-Mail: ddtcresponseteam@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AC86

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Title: Visas: Documentation of Immigrants Under the Immigration and Nationality Act, as Amended

Abstract: This is a rule finalizing an interim final rule. This rulemaking amended the Department of State's regulations relating

to adoptions in countries party to The Hague Convention on the Protection of Children and Co-operation in Respect of

Intercountry Adoption, to include new adoption provisions from the International Adoption Simplification Act. This legislation

provides for sibling adoption to include certain children who are under the age of 18 at the time the petition is filed on their

behalf, and also certain children who attained the age of 18 on or after April 1, 2008, and who are the beneficiaries of a petition

filed on or before November 30, 2012.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 42 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1104; 8 USC 1185, note

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Interim Final Rule 11/01/2011 76 FR 67361 

Interim Final Rule Comment Period End 12/01/2011 

Final Action 01/00/2013 

Additional Information: Includes Retrospective Review under E.O. 13563.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; State

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Taylor Beaumont Department of State

Bureau of Consular Affairs, Legislation and Regulation Division, 2401 E Street NW, Room L-603D, Washington , DC 20520-

0106

Washington , DC 20520-0106 

Phone: 202 663-2951 

E-Mail: beaumonttw@state.gov
Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AC94

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Title: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Replacement Parts/Components

Abstract: As part of the President's Export Reform initiative, the Department of State is proposing to amend the International

Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to update policies regarding replacement parts and components . The current regulations

regarding parts and components imposes additional licenses for licensed end-users and end-uses for systems and components

already vetted in earlier licenses. The revisions to the existing regulations are intended to facilitate the expeditious repair of U.S.

supplied end-items abroad, enabling more timely response to coalition forces, as well as other allies and friends, by eliminating

the requirement for a license for replacement parts and components for systems or end items approved in a previous license.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 123 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 2752, 2778, 2797; 22 USC 2753; 22 USC 2651a; 22 USC 2776; PL 105–261; sec 1205(a), PL 107-

228; ...

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/15/2011 76 FR 13928 

NPRM Comment Period End 04/14/2011 

Final Action 05/00/2013 

Additional Information: Includes Retrospective Review under E.O. 13563.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Related RINs: Split From 1400-AC70

Agency Contact: Candace M J Goforth 

Director, Office of Defense Trade Controls Policy

Department of State

2401 E Street NW, ATTN: ITAR Amendment, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 663-2792 

E-Mail: ddtcresponseteam@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AC96

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Title: International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category VIII

Abstract: As part of the President's Export Control Reform effort, the Department of State proposes to amend the International

Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to revise Category VIII of the U.S. Munitions List (aircraft and associated equipment) to

establish a clearer line between the USML and the Commerce Control List (CCL) regarding controls over military aircraft and

related articles. The proposed revision would narrow the types of aircraft and related items controlled on the USML to only those

that warrant control under the stringent requirements of the Arms Export Control Act. Changes included in the proposal include

moving similar articles currently controlled in multiple categories into a single category or subcategory. The proposed rule would

also more clearly define "aircraft" for purposes of the revised USML Category VIII.
Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 120.121 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 2752, 2778, 2797; 22 USC 2651a; PL 105-261

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/07/2011 76 FR 68694 

NPRM Comment Period End 12/22/2011 

Final Action 05/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: Business; Governmental Jurisdictions Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Related RINs: Related to 1400-AC78

Agency Contact: Candace M J Goforth 

Director, Office of Defense Trade Controls Policy

Department of State

2401 E Street NW, ATTN: ITAR Amendment, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 663-2792 

E-Mail: ddtcresponseteam@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AC98

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Title: International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Establishment of U.S. Munitions List Category XIX for Gas Turbine Engines

Abstract: As part of the President's Export Control Reform effort, this proposed rule establishes U.S. Munitions List (USML)

Category XIX to cover gas turbine engines and associated equipment currently covered in Categories VI, VII, and VIII. The

USML identifies engine subcategories in all three of these categories, but there has been confusion concerning the scope of the

controls in Category VI, Category VII, and Category VIII. The intent of this change is to make clear that gas turbine engines for

surface vessels, vehicles, and aircraft that meet certain objective parameters are controlled on the USML.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 121 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 2752, 2778, 2797; 22 USC 2651a; PL 105-261

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:
Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/06/2011 76 FR 76097 

NPRM Comment Period End 01/20/2012 

Final Action 05/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Candace M J Goforth 

Director, Office of Defense Trade Controls Policy

Department of State

2401 E Street NW, ATTN: ITAR Amendment, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 663-2792 

E-Mail: ddtcresponseteam@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AC99

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Title: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category VI

Abstract: As part of the President's Export Control Reform effort, the Department of State proposes to amend the International

Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to revise Category VI (surface vessels of war and special naval equipment) of the U.S.

Munitions List (USML) to establish a clear distinction between the USML and the Commerce Control List (CCL) for the control of

these articles. The proposed revision would narrow the types of surface vessels of war and special naval equipment controlled

on the USML to only those that warrant control under the stringent requirements of the Arms Export Control Act. It proposes to

remove from control of the USML harbor entrance detection devices formerly controlled under Category VI(d). The Department

of State is proposing to no longer include submarines, which State is proposing be controlled in Category XX. The proposed rule

also more clearly defines "surface vessels of war and special naval equipment" for purposes of the revised USML Category VI.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 121 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 2752, 2778, 2797; 22 USC 2651a; PL 105-261

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/23/2011 76 FR 80302 

NPRM Comment Period End 02/06/2012 

Final Action 05/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Candace M J Goforth 

Director, Office of Defense Trade Controls Policy

Department of State

2401 E Street NW, ATTN: ITAR Amendment, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 
Phone: 202 663-2792 

E-Mail: ddtcresponseteam@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AD01

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Title: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category XX

Abstract: As part of the President's Export Control Reform effort, the Department of State proposes to amend the International

Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to revise Category XX (submersible vessels and related articles) of the U.S. Munitions List

(USML) to account for the movement of submarines from Category VI, and to consolidate the controls that will apply to

submersible vessels in a single category. In addition, naval nuclear propulsion power plants for submersible vessels, currently

controlled under Category VI(e), will be controlled under Category XX(b). The proposed rule also more clearly defines

"submersible vessels and related articles." This proposed rule controls only those parts, components, accessories, and

attachments that are specifically designed for a defense article controlled in this category.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 121 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 2752, 2778, 2797; 22 USC 2651a

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/23/2011 76 FR 80305 

NPRM Comment Period End 02/06/2012 

Final Action 05/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Candace M J Goforth 

Director, Office of Defense Trade Controls Policy

Department of State

2401 E Street NW, ATTN: ITAR Amendment, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 663-2792 

E-Mail: ddtcresponseteam@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AD02

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Title: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category V

Abstract: As part of the President's Export Control Reform effort, the Department of State proposes to amend the International

Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to revise Category V (explosives and energetic materials, propellants, incendiary agents, and

their constituents) of the U.S. Munitions List (USML), by establishing a clear distinction between the USML and the Commerce

Control List (CCL) for the control of these articles. One major change proposed to this category involves removal of broad

catchalls, with the listing of specific materials that warrant ITAR control caught by current catchalls. For example, Category V,
paragraph (a)(35) as currently written, broadly controls, "Any other explosive not elsewhere identified in this category

specifically designed, modified, adapted, or configured (e.g., formulated) for military application." This rulemaking will remove this

"catchall." Another major change proposed to this category involves addressing U.S. obligations to multinational regimes.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 121 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 2752, 2778, 2797; 22 USC 2651a; PL 105-261

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/02/2012 77 FR 25943 

NPRM Comment Period End 06/18/2012 

Final Action 05/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Candace M J Goforth 

Director, Office of Defense Trade Controls Policy

Department of State

2401 E Street NW, ATTN: ITAR Amendment, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 663-2792 

E-Mail: ddtcresponseteam@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AD07

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Title: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Canadian Firearms Components Exemption

Abstract: The Department of State is amending section 123.17 of the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR) to reflect

a provision contained in section 520 of Public Law 112-55, which exports of certain firearms components to Canada with a total

transaction value not exceeding $500 from the requirement to obtain a license under the ITAR.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 123 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: sec 520 of PL 112-55; 22 USC 2752, 2778, 2797; 22 USC 2753; 22 USC 2651a, 2776; PL 105-261, 112

Stat 1920; sec 1205(a), PL 107-228; ...

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:
Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Action 05/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Candace M J Goforth 

Director, Office of Defense Trade Controls Policy

Department of State

2401 E Street NW, ATTN: ITAR Amendment, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 663-2792 

E-Mail: ddtcresponseteam@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AD13

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Title: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category XIII

Abstract: As part of the President's Export Control Reform effort, the Department of State proposes to amend the International

Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to revise Category XIII (materials and miscellaneous articles) of the U.S. Munitions List

(USML) to describe more precisely the materials warranting control on the USML. The proposed rule revises USML Category

XIII, re-titled "Materials and Miscellaneous Articles," to advance U.S. national security objectives and to more accurately

describe the articles within the category, in order to establish a clear distinction between the USML and the Commerce Control

List (CCL) for the control of such articles. Articles common to the Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR) Annex and the

USML would be identified on the USML with the parenthetical "(MT)" at the end of each section containing such articles. A

future proposed rule will address the sections in the ITAR that include MTCR definitions.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 121 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 2752, 2778, 2797; 22 USC 2651a; PL 105-261, 112 Stat 1920

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/18/2012 77 FR 29575 

NPRM Comment Period End 07/02/2012 

Final Action 05/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Candace M J Goforth 

Director, Office of Defense Trade Controls Policy

Department of State
2401 E Street NW, ATTN: ITAR Amendment, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 663-2792 

E-Mail: ddtcresponseteam@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AD15

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Title: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category IX

Abstract: As part of the President's Export Control Reform effort, the Department of State proposes to amend the International

Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to revise Category IX (military training equipment) of the U.S. Munitions List (USML) to

establish a clear distinction between the USML and the Commerce Control List (CCL) for the control of these articles. The title

of the category is changed to indicate that it covers training equipment only. Training on a defense article would be a defense

service covered under the category in which the defense article is enumerated.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 121 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 2752, 2778, 2797; 22 USC 2651a; PL 105-261, 112 Stat 1920

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/13/2012 77 FR 35317 

NPRM Comment Period End 07/30/2012 

Final Action 05/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Candace M J Goforth 

Director, Office of Defense Trade Controls Policy

Department of State

2401 E Street NW, ATTN: ITAR Amendment, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 663-2792 

E-Mail: ddtcresponseteam@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AD16

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Title: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Revision of U.S. Munitions List Category X

Abstract: As part of the President's Export Control Reform effort, the Department of State proposes to amend the International

Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to revise Category X (personal protective equipment and shelters) of the U.S. Munitions List

(USML) to establish a clear distinction between the USML and the Commerce Control List (CCL) for the control of these articles.

The proposed changes include: Type III body armor would move from the USML to the CCL. Anti-gravity suits, pressure suits,

and atmosphere diving suits are proposed to be moved to the CCL. The proposed changes would have the ITAR control
protective goggles, spectacles, and visors with an optical density of 3 or greater. Permanent and transportable shelters, as well

as equipment for the production of articles covered in this category, are proposed to be controlled on the CCL.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 121 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 2752, 2778, 2797; 22 USC 2651a; PL 105-261

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/07/2012 77 FR 33698 

NPRM Comment Period End 07/23/2012 

Final Action 05/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Candace M J Goforth 

Director, Office of Defense Trade Controls Policy

Department of State

2401 E Street NW, ATTN: ITAR Amendment, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 663-2792 

E-Mail: ddtcresponseteam@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AD20

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Title: Schedule of Fees for Consular Services, Department of State and Overseas Embassies and Consulates--Passports

Abstract: This rule amends the Schedule of Fees for consular services (Schedule) for passport fees. The rule adjusts the fee

charged for the processing of first-time passport book applicants age 16 or over, as well as the fee charged for the processing

of renewal passport book applicants age 16 or over. The rule also adjusts the fee charged for the processing of first-time

passport book applicants under age 16. Additionally, this rule adjusts the fees charged for the processing of passport card and

passport book and card applications. Finally, the rule adjust the application processing fees for additional visa pages and to

perform a file search and verification of U.S. citizenship. The Department of State is adjusting the fees to ensure that sufficient

resources are available to meet the costs of providing consular services in light of the recent fee review's findings that the U.S.

government is not fully covering its costs for the processing of these passport services under the current fee structure.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 22 and 51 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: USC 1101 note, 1153 note, 1183a note, 1351, 1351 note, 1714, 1714 note; 10 USC 2602(c); 11 USC 1157

note; 22 USC 214, 214 note, 1475e, 2504(a), 4201, 4206, 4215, 4219, 6551; 31 USC 9701

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:
Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Interim Final Rule 06/00/2013 

Interim Final Rule Comment Period End 08/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: CA/C Special Assistant Department of State

Bureau of Consular Affairs, 2401 E Street NW Suite H1004, Washington, DC 20520

Washington , DC 20520 

Phone: 202 663-1576 

E-Mail: ca-c-specialassistant@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AD22

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Title: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Definition for Specially Designed

Abstract: As part of the President's export control reform initiative, the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) seeks

further public comment on the proposed definition of Specially Designed. On July 15, 2011, the Department of Commerce

published "Proposed Revisions to the Export Administration Regulations (EAR): Control of Items the President Determines No

Longer Warrant Control under the United States Munitions List (USML)," 76 FR 41958), the Administration's proposed definition

of "specially designed" that would be common to the CCL and the USML. The Departments of State and Commerce reviewed

the more than 40 comments from the public on Commerce's proposed definition. The "specially designed" definition provided in

this rulemaking proposes a simplified two paragraph structure: identify which commodities, as a result of development, are

"specially designed"; and identify which parts, components, accessories, and attachments are excluded from "specially

designed." The overall rationale for the definition is to differentiate between those articles "enumerated" on the USML and those

articles not enumerated but captured in "catch-all" paragraphs.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 120 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 2752, 2778, 2797; 22 USC 2794; 22 USC 2658; PL 105-261

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/19/2012 77 FR 36428 

NPRM Comment Period End 08/03/2012 

Final Action 05/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No
International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Candace M J Goforth 

Director, Office of Defense Trade Controls Policy

Department of State

2401 E Street NW, ATTN: ITAR Amendment, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 663-2792 

E-Mail: ddtcresponseteam@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AD26

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Title: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Afghanistan

Abstract: On July 6, 2012, President Obama exercised his authority under section 517 of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961

to designate the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan as a Major Non-NATO Ally (MNNA) for purposes of the Foreign Assistance Act

(FAA) and the Arms Export Control Act (AECA). This final would rule amend the ITAR, which lists major non-NATO allies, to

account for this designation.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 120 and 126 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 2752, 2778, 2797; 22 USC 2794; 22 USC 2651a; PL 105–261; PL 111–266

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Action 01/00/2013 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Candace M J Goforth 

Director, Office of Defense Trade Controls Policy

Department of State

2401 E Street NW, ATTN: ITAR Amendment, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 663-2792 

E-Mail: ddtcresponseteam@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AD29

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Title: Visas: Documentation of Nonimmigrants Under the Immigration and Nationality Act, As Amended; TN Visas From NAFTA

Countries

Abstract: This rule changes Department regulations by eliminating the petition requirement for Mexicans entering into the

United States as North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) professionals. Mexicans currently do not have to petition due
to changes to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) regulations that eliminated the numerical limitation and petition

requirement, pursuant to the Immigration and Nationality Act. This rulemaking brings the Department rules in line with those of

the DHS, as well as current policy and statutes.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 41 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1104; PL 105-277; 8 USC 1185 note

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Action 01/00/2013 

Additional Information: Includes Retrospective Review under E.O. 13563.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Paul-Anthony Magadia 

Visa Specialist

Department of State

L-603, SA-1, 2401 E Street NW, Washington, DC 20520

Washington , DC 20520 

Phone: 202 663-3969 

FAX: 202 663-3898

E-Mail: magadiapl@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AD31

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Title: Repeal of Benefits for Hostages in Iraq, Kuwait, or Lebanon

Abstract: Section 599C of Public Law 101-513 provided limited monetary payments and Federal life and health insurance

benefits as a humanitarian gesture to certain U. S. nationals held hostage in Kuwait, Iraq, or Lebanon, and to the family

members thereof, subject to specified funding and other limitations. The authorization to obligate funds under this law expired on

May 5, 1991. The 1992-1993 Foreign Relations Authorization Act amended the Hostage Relief Act of 1990 to extend both the

period of time during which the benefits were available, and the eligibility criteria. In addition, section 302 contained two

additional changes with respect to hostages captured in Lebanon. Section 302(a)(3) provided that health and life insurance

benefits were available under certain circumstances for the period of the individual's hostage status, plus a 60-month period

following the termination of hostage status. Previously, these benefits expired 12 months after the termination of hostage status,

which remained the law with respect to hostages held in Iraq and Kuwait. 22 CFR part 193 implemented these statutes, and

described the classes of persons who could apply for benefits under the Act and the procedures according to which such

applications will be processed by the Department of State. The funds allocated for the benefits have been depleted; therefore,

the Department of State is repealing part 193.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 193 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: sec 599C of PL 101-513; PL 102-138

Legal Deadline: None
Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Action 06/00/2013 

Additional Information: Includes Retrospective Review under E.O. 13563.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Colleen Flood 

Attorney-Adviser

Department of State

CA/OCS/L, SA-29 4th Floor, Washington, DC 20520

Washington , DC 20520 

Phone: 202 647-5162 

FAX: 202 647-6201

E-Mail: ask-ocs-l-public-inquiries@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AC57

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Title: Schedule of Fees for Consular Services, Department of State, and Overseas Embassies and Consulates

Abstract: This rule adopts changes to the Schedule of Fees for Consular Services (Schedule) for nonimmigrant visa and

border crossing card application processing fees. This rulemaking implements a change from $ 131 to $ 140 for the fee charged

for the processing of an application for most non-petition-based nonimmigrant visas (Machine-Readable Visas or MRVs) and

adult Border Crossing Cards (BCCs). The rule also provides new tiers of the application fee for certain categories of petitionbased nonimmigrant visas and treaty trader and investor visas. Finally, the rule increases the BCC fee charged to Mexican

citizens under age 15 who apply in Mexico, and whose parent or guardian already has a BCC or is applying for one, from $ 13

to $ 14. This latter change results from a congressionally mandated surcharge that went into effect in 2009. The Department

adjusted the fees to ensure that sufficient resources are available to meet the costs of providing consular services in light of an

independent cost of service study's findings that the U.S. Government is not fully covering its costs for the processing of these

visas under the current cost structure.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR sec 22.1 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101 note, 1153 note, 1183a note; 8 USC 1351, 1351 note, 1714, 1714 note; 10 USC 2602(c); 11

USC 1157 note; 22 USC 214, 214 note, 1475e, 2504(a), 4201, 4206, 4215; 22 USC 4219, 6551; 31 USC 9701; EO 10718; EO

11295

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/14/2009 74 FR 66076 

NPRM Comment Period End 02/12/2010 

Supplemental NPRM 03/24/2010 75 FR 14111 

Supplemental NPRM Comment Period End 04/08/2010 

Interim Final Rule 05/20/2010 75 FR 28188 

Interim Final Rule Comment Period End 06/04/2010 

Final Action 12/06/2011 76 FR 76032 

Additional Information: Includes Retrospective Review under E.O. 13563.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Related RINs: Related to 1400-AC42; Related to 1400-

AC58; Related to 1400-AC41

Agency Contact: Polly Hill Department of State

Bureau of Consular Affairs, 2401 E Street NW, Suite H1004, Washington, DC 20520

Washington , DC 20520 

Phone: 202 663-1301 

E-Mail: hillpe@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AC58

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Title: Schedule of Fees for Consular Services, Department of State, and Overseas Embassies and Consulates

Abstract: This rule proposes adjustments in current fees for consular services, in light of the findings of an independent cost of

service study that the U.S. Government is not fully covering its costs for providing these services under the current fee structure.

The changes are as follows: Passport Book Application Services for Applicants Age 16 or Over (including renewals): from $55 to

$70; Additional Passport Visa Pages: from $0 to $82; Passport Book Security Surcharge (Enhanced Border Security Fee): from

$20 to $40; File Search and Verification of U.S. Citizenship: from $60 to $150; Application for Consular Report of Birth Abroad

of a Citizen of the United States: from $65 to $100 ; Administrative Processing of Formal Renunciation of U.S. Citizenship: from

$0 to $450; Passport Card Application Services for Applicants Age 16 or Over (including renewals): from $20 to $30; Passport

Card Application Services for Applicants Under Age 16: from $10 to $15; Making arrangements for a Deceased Non-U.S. Citizen

Family Member: from a charge of Consular time spent on the service, previously $265 an hour plus expenses to $200 plus

expenses; Immigrant Visa Application for Immediate Relative and Family Preference Applications: from $355 to $330; Immigrant

Visa Application for Employment-Based Applications: from $355 to $720; Immigrant Visa Application for Other Visa Classes:

from $355 to $305; Diversity Visa Program Fee: from $375 to $440; Affidavit of Support Review (only when reviewed

domestically): from $70 to $88; Determining Returning Resident Status: from $400 to $380; Immigrant Visa Security Surcharge:

from $45 to $74; Providing Notarial Service: First service (seal): from $30 to $50; Providing Notarial Service: Each additional

seal: from $20 to $50; Certification of a True Copy or That No Record of an Official File Can be Located: First copy: from $30 to

$50; Certification of a True Copy or That No Record of an Official File Can be Located: Each additional copy: from $20 to $50;

Provision of Documents, Certified Copies of Documents, and Other Certifications by the Department of State (domestic): from

$30 to $50; Authentications (by posts abroad): from $30 to $50; Processing Letters Rogatory and Foreign Sovereign Immunities

Act 275 (FSIA) Judicial Assistance Cases: from $735 to $2,275; Scheduling/Arranging Appointments for Depositions: from $475

to $1,283; Attending or Taking Depositions, or Executing Commissions to Take Testimony: from $265 per hour plus expenses to

$309 per hour plus expenses; and Providing Seal and Certification of Depositions: from $70 to $415.

Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR sec 22.1 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101 note, 1153 note, 1183a note, 1351, 1351 note, 1714, 1714 note; 10 USC 2602(c); 11 USC 1157

note; 22 USC 214, 214 note, 1475e, 2504(a), 4201, 4206, 4215, 4219, 6551; 31 USC 9701; EO 10718; EO 11295

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:
Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 02/09/2010 75 FR 6321 

NPRM Comment Period End 03/11/2010 

Supplemental NPRM 03/24/2010 75 FR 14111 

Supplemental NPRM Comment Period End 04/08/2010 

Interim Final Rule 06/28/2010 75 FR 36522 

Interim Final Rule Comment Period End 08/27/2010 

Final Action 02/02/2012 77 FR 5177 

Additional Information: Includes Retrospective Review under E.O. 13563.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Related RINs: Related to 1400-AC57; Related to 1400-

AC41; Related to 1400-AC42

Agency Contact: Polly Hill Department of State

Bureau of Consular Affairs, 2401 E Street NW, Suite H1004, Washington, DC 20520

Washington , DC 20520 

Phone: 202 663-1301 

E-Mail: hillpe@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AC64

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Title: Advisory Committee Management, Department of State

Abstract: 22 CFR part 8 implemented the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA) for the Department of State. This rule was

last revised in 1975, and the Department made a determination not to update it, but instead to move the Department's FACA

policies to the Foreign Affairs Manual -- which is consistent with the practice in other agencies, few of which include their FACA

policies in the CFR. This rulemaking deleted 22 CFR Part 8 in its entirety.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 41 CFR 102-3 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 5 USC app

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Action 01/27/2012 77 FR 4238 

Final Action Effective 02/27/2012 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No
Agency Contact: Alice Kottmyer 

Attorney-Adviser, Office of Management

Department of State

Room 3422, 2201 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20520

Washington , DC 20520 

Phone: 202 647-2318 

FAX: 202 736-7116

E-Mail: kottmyeram@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AC71

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Title: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Temporary Export Exemption for Chemical Agent Protective

Gear

Abstract: The Department of State is amending the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to add an exemption for

the temporary export of chemical agent protective gear for personal use. In order to use the exemption, the chemical agent

protective gear must be for the U.S. person's exclusive use and must be returned to the United States. The U.S. person may not

re-export the protective gear to a foreign person or otherwise transfer ownership. The protective gear may not be exported to

any country where the importation would be in violation of that country's laws. The exemption for body armor is amended to also

cover helmets when they are included with the body armor. An exemption for firearms and ammunition is clarified by removing

certain extraneous language that does not change the meaning of the exemption, and by standardizing the language among the

exemptions in this section of the regulations. The rulemaking also clarifies the registration requirement as it relates to certain

exemptions.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 127.17 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 2778

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/23/2011 76 FR 16353 

NPRM Comment Period End 05/23/2011 

Final Action 05/02/2012 77 FR 25865 

Final Action Effective 06/01/2012 

Additional Information: Includes Retrospective Review under E.O. 13563 with small business burden reduction.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Candace M J Goforth 

Director, Office of Defense Trade Controls Policy

Department of State

2401 E Street NW, ATTN: ITAR Amendment, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 663-2792 

E-Mail: ddtcresponseteam@state.gov
Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AC85

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Title: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: International Import Certificate BIS-645P/ATF-4522/DSP-53

Abstract: The Department of State is amending the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to remove reference to the

International Import Certificate (Form BIS-645P/ATF-4522/DSP-53). This amendment ceases the Department's practice of

accepting DSP-53 submissions. The Department of State's DSP-61 (Application/License for Temporary Import of Unclassified

Defense Articles) is the primary means by which the Department exercises its authority to control the temporary import of

defense articles. While in a limited number of instances this rule will result in different reporting and recordkeeping requirements,

it does not impose any new reporting or recordkeeping requirements.

Priority: Routine and Frequent Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 120 and 123 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 2752, 2778, 2797; 22 USC 2794; 22 USC 2651a; PL 105-261

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 07/14/2011 76 FR 41438 

NPRM Comment Period End 08/29/2011 

Final Action 04/17/2012 77 FR 22668 

Final Action Effective 05/17/2012 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Candace M J Goforth 

Director, Office of Defense Trade Controls Policy

Department of State

2401 E Street NW, ATTN: ITAR Amendment, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 663-2792 

E-Mail: ddtcresponseteam@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AC87

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Title: Visas: Documentation of Nonimmigrants Under the Immigration and Nationality Act, as Amended

Abstract: This rule changes Department regulations to broaden the authority of a consular officer to revoke a visa at any time

subsequent to issuance of the visa, in his or her discretion. These changes to the Department's revocation regulations expand

consular officer visa revocation authority to the full extent allowed by statute. Additionally, this rule change allows consular

officers and designated officials within the Department to revoke a visa provisionally while considering a final visa revocation.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 41 CFR 122 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 
Legal Authority: 8 USC 1104

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Action 04/27/2011 76 FR 23477 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Taylor Beaumont Department of State

Bureau of Consular Affairs, Legislation and Regulation Division, 2401 E Street NW, Room L-603D, Washington , DC 20520-

0106

Washington , DC 20520-0106 

Phone: 202 663-2951 

E-Mail: beaumonttw@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AC91

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Title: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Filing, Retention, and Return of Export Licenses and Filing

of Export Information

Abstract: The Department of State amends the International Traffic in Arms Regulations to reflect changes in the requirements

for the return of licenses. With this change, all DSP-5 licenses issued electronically by the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls

(DDTC) and decremented electronically by U.S. Customs and Border Protection through the Automated Export System need not

be returned to DDTC. This change reduces the administrative burden on applicants.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 123 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 2752, 2778, 2797; 22 USC 2753; 22 USC 2651a, 2776

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 07/14/2011 76 FR 41440 

NPRM Comment Period End 08/29/2011 

Final Action 11/04/2011 76 FR 68311 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal
Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Candace M J Goforth 

Director, Office of Defense Trade Controls Policy

Department of State

2401 E Street NW, ATTN: ITAR Amendment, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 663-2792 

E-Mail: ddtcresponseteam@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AC93

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Title: International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Sudan

Abstract: UNSC resolution 1556, adopted July 30, 2004, imposes an arms embargo on non-governmental entities and

individuals operating in Darfur, with certain exceptions. Subsequently, UNSC resolution 1591, adopted on March 29, 2005,

expanded the arms embargo to all parties to the N'djamena Ceasefire Agreement, including the Government of the Republic of

Sudan. UNSC resolution 1945, adopted on October 14, 2010, reaffirmed and strengthened the arms embargo. Accordingly, it is

the policy of the United States to deny licenses or other approvals for exports or imports of defense articles and defense

services destined for or originating in the Republic of the Sudan. On July 9, 2011, the Republic of South Sudan declared

independence from Sudan and was recognized as a sovereign state by the United States. The policy of denial as it applies to

the Republic of the Sudan does not apply to the Republic of South Sudan. Licenses or other approvals for exports or imports of

defense articles and defense services destined for or originating in the Republic of the South Sudan will be considered on a

case-by-case basis. This rulemaking clarifies that the Republic of the Sudan is a proscribed destination, but that this policy does

not apply to the Republic of South Sudan.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 126 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 2752, 2778, 2780, 2791 and 2797; 22 USC 2651a; 22 USC 287c

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 11/09/2011 76 FR 69612 

Additional Information: Includes Retrospective Review under E.O. 13563.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Candace M J Goforth 

Director, Office of Defense Trade Controls Policy

Department of State

2401 E Street NW, ATTN: ITAR Amendment, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 663-2792 

E-Mail: ddtcresponseteam@state.gov
Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AC95

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Title: International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Implementing the Defense Trade Cooperation Treaty Between the United States

and Australia and the Defense Trade Cooperation Treaty Between the US and UK

Abstract: The Department of State amended the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to implement the Defense

Trade Cooperation Treaty between the United States and Australia and the Defense Trade Cooperation Treaty between the

United States and the United Kingdom, and identify via a supplement the defense articles and defense services that may not be

exported pursuant to the Treaties. Additionally, the Department of State amended the section pertaining to the Canadian

exemption to reference the new supplement, and, with regard to Congressional certification, the Department of State added

Israel to the list of countries and entities that have a shorter certification time period and a higher dollar value reporting

threshold. This rule was effective with respect to the United Kingdom on April 13, 2012, concurrent with the entry into force of

the U.S.-UK Treaty.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 120, 123, 124 and 126; 22 CFR 127, 129 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal

Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 2752, 2778, 2797; 22 USC 2794; 22 USC 2651a; PL 105-261; PL 111-266; ...

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/22/2011 76 FR 72246 

NPRM Comment Period End 12/22/2011 

Final Action 03/21/2012 77 FR 16592 

Additional Information: Includes Retrospective Review under E.O. 13563.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Sarah Heidema Department of State

Office of Defense Trade Controls Policy, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 663-2809 

E-Mail: ddtcresponseteam@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AC97

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Title: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Libya, and UNSCR 2009

Abstract: On February 26, 2011, the United Nations Security Council adopted Resolution 1970, paragraph 9 of which provides

that UN member states shall immediately take the necessary measures to prevent the sale, supply, or transfer of arms and

related materiel of all types to the Libyan Arab Jamahiriya, with certain exceptions. On March 17, 2011, the UN Security Council

adopted Resolution 1973, paragraph 4 of which authorizes member states to take all necessary measures, notwithstanding the

arms embargo established by paragraph 9 of Resolution 1970, to protect civilians and civilian populated areas under threat of

attack in Libya. On May 24, 2011, the Department amended the ITAR to implement the Security Council's actions by adding

Libya to the list of countries subject to UN Security Council arms embargoes. The Department also announced a policy of denial
for all requests for licenses or other approvals to export or otherwise transfer defense articles and services to Libya, except

where not prohibited under UNSC embargo and determined to be in the interests of the national security and foreign policy of

the United States. To the existing exceptions to the arms embargo, delineated in Resolutions 1970 and 1973, Resolution 2009

adds the supply, sale, or transfer to Libya of arms and related materiel, including technical assistance, intended solely for

security or disarmament assistance to the Libyan authorities, and small arms, light weapons, and related materiel for the sole

use of UN personnel, representatives of the media, and humanitarian and development workers and associated personnel.

License applications submitted pursuant to these exceptions are notified in advance to the Committee of the Security Council

concerning Libya, and are eligible for approval in the absence of a negative decision by the Committee within five working days

of such a notification. Accordingly, the ITAR was amended to reflect these provisions.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 126 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 2752, 2778, 2780, 2791; 22 USC 287c; 22 USC 2651a; sec 1225, PL 108-375; sec 7089, PL 111-

117; ...

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Action 11/04/2011 76 FR 68313 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Related RINs: Related to 1400-AC83

Agency Contact: Candace M J Goforth 

Director, Office of Defense Trade Controls Policy

Department of State

2401 E Street NW, ATTN: ITAR Amendment, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 663-2792 

E-Mail: ddtcresponseteam@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AD00

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Title: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Additional Method of Electronic Payment of Registration

Fees

Abstract: The Department of State amended the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to identify the Federal

Reserve Wire Network (FedWire) as another method of electronic payment of registration fees. This was due to concerns

expressed by applicants who were encountering difficulty with other payment methods.

Priority: Routine and Frequent Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 122, 129 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 2752, 2778; 22 USC 2651a

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:
Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Action 12/06/2011 76 FR 76035 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Candace M J Goforth 

Director, Office of Defense Trade Controls Policy

Department of State

2401 E Street NW, ATTN: ITAR Amendment, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 663-2792 

E-Mail: ddtcresponseteam@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AD06

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Title: Schedule of Fees for Consular Services, Department of State and Overseas Embassies and Consulates

Abstract: This rule amends the Schedule of Fees for consular services (Schedule) for nonimmigrant visa application

processing fees, border crossing card application processing fees and immigrant visa application processing fees. The rule

increases from $140 to $160 the fee charged for the processing of an application for most non-petition-based nonimmigrant

visas (Machine-Readable Visas or MRVs) and Border Crossing Cards (BCCs) for Mexican citizens age 15 and over. The rule

also provides amended application processing fees for certain categories of petition-based nonimmigrant visas and treaty trader

and investor visas (all of which are also MRVs), as well as amended tiered application processing fees for immigrant visas.

Finally, the rule increases from $14 to $15 the BCC fee charged to Mexican citizen minors who apply in Mexico, and whose

parent or guardian already has a BCC or is applying for one, based on a Congressionally mandated surcharge that took effect

since the last adjustment to the Schedule of Fees. The Department of State adjusted the fees to ensure that sufficient resources

are available to meet the costs of providing consular services in light of the recent fee review's findings that the U.S.

government is not fully covering its costs for the processing of these visas under the current fee structure.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 22 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101 note, 1153 note, 1183a note, 1351, 1351 note, 1714, 1714 note; 10 USC 2602(c); 11 USC 1157

note; 22 USC 214, 214 note, 1475e, 2504(a), 4201, 4206, 4215, 4219, 6551; 31 USC 9701; ...

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Interim Final Rule 03/29/2012 77 FR 18907 

Interim Final Rule Effective 04/13/2012 

Interim Final Rule Comment Period End 05/29/2012 

Final Action 09/17/2012 77 FR 57012 
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: CA/C Special Assistant Department of State

Bureau of Consular Affairs, 2401 E Street NW Suite H1004, Washington, DC 20520

Washington , DC 20520 

Phone: 202 663-1576 

E-Mail: ca-c-specialassistant@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AD08

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Title: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Haiti

Abstract: This rule implements section 7045(c) of Public Law 112-74 by amending the International Traffic in Arms Regulations

(ITAR) to clarify that U.S. policy on arms exports to the Government of Haiti includes the Coast Guard as an eligible end-user.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 126 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 2752, 2778, 2780, 2791, and 2797; 22 USC 2651a; 22 USC 287c; sec 1225, PL 108-375; sec 7089,

PL 111-117; sec 7045, PL 112-74

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Action 02/29/2012 77 FR 12201 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Candace M J Goforth 

Director, Office of Defense Trade Controls Policy

Department of State

2401 E Street NW, ATTN: ITAR Amendment, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 663-2792 

E-Mail: ddtcresponseteam@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AD09

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Title: Visas: Issuance of Full Validity L Visas to Qualified Applicants

Abstract: Previous Department regulations required that the duration of the L visa be limited to the validity period of the

petition, which, under Department of Homeland Security (DHS) regulations, cannot exceed three years. Petitioners could apply

to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) for extension of petition validity in increments of up to two years, but the

total period of stay could not exceed five years for aliens employed in a specialized knowledge capacity, or seven years for
aliens employed in a managerial or executive capacity. The Department changed this regulation to delink visa and petition

validity periods. As a result, a nonimmigrant visa shall have the validity prescribed in schedules provided to consular officers by

the Department, which reflect the reciprocal treatment the applicant's country accords U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents,

or aliens granted refugee status in the United States. The change assists beneficiaries of petitions for L status who are nationals

of countries for which the reciprocity schedule prescribes visa validity for a longer period of time than the initial validity indicated

in the petition approved by DHS and who have extended their L stay while in the United States. Such individuals generally will

not need to apply again for an L visa at a U.S. Embassy or Consulate overseas if they were to travel outside the United States

during the period indicated in the applicable reciprocity schedule.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 41 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1104; 22 CFR 41

Legal Deadline: None

Regulatory Plan:

Statement of Need:

Legal Basis:

Alternatives:

Costs and Benefits:

Risks:

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Action 02/14/2012 77 FR 8119 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Lauren Prosnik 

Office of Visa Services

Department of State

2401 E Street NW, L-603, DC 20522

DC 20522 

Phone: 202 663-1260 

E-Mail: prosnikla@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AD10

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Title: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Sri Lanka

Abstract: The Department of State amended the International Traffic in Arms Regulations to add another exception to the

license denial policy toward Sri Lanka. This change allows for exports to Sri Lanka for assistance for aerial and maritime

surveillance.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 126 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 2752, 2778, 2780, 2791, and 2797; 22 USC 2651a; 22 USC 287c; sec 1225, PL 108-375; sec 7089,

PL 111-117; sec 7046, PL 112-74

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Final Action 03/22/2012 77 FR 16670 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Candace M J Goforth 

Director, Office of Defense Trade Controls Policy

Department of State

2401 E Street NW, ATTN: ITAR Amendment, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 663-2792 

E-Mail: ddtcresponseteam@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AD11

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Title: Schedule of Fees for Consular Services, Department of State and Overseas Embassies and Consulates

Abstract: This interim final rule make changes to the Overseas Citizens Services (OCS) fees within the Schedule of Fees for

Consular Services of the Department of State's Bureau of Consular Affairs (Schedule). The Department sets and collects its

fees based on the concept of full cost recovery. The Department completed its most recent review of current consular fees and

will implement several changes to the Schedule of Fees based on the new fees calculated by the Cost of Service Model

(CoSM). The CoSM is an activity-based cost model. Unlike a typical accounting system, which accounts for only traditional

general-ledger-type costs such as salaries, supplies, travel, and other business expenses, activity-based cost models attempt to

measure the costs of all activities and/or processes. This provides a more accurate cost per consular product and service by

better identifying items that affect the amount of work required to deliver that product or service. Based on the CoSM, the

department is adjusting these fees.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 22 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101 note, 1153 note, 1183a note, 1351, 1351 note, 1714, 1741 note; 10 USC 2602(c); 11 USC 1157

note; 22 USC 214, 214 note, 1475e, 2504(a), 4201, 4206, 4215, 4219, 6551; 31 USC 9701

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Withdrawn 11/26/2012 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: CA/C Special Assistant Department of State

Bureau of Consular Affairs, 2401 E Street NW Suite H1004, Washington, DC 20520
Washington , DC 20520 

Phone: 202 663-1576 

E-Mail: ca-c-specialassistant@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AD12

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Title: Exchange Visitor Program--Summer Work Travel

Abstract: The Department of State is further modifying portions of 22 CFR part 62 to specify the requirements of the Summer

Work Travel category of the Exchange Visitor Program, and addressing comments submitted in response to the interim final rule

published as 1400-AC79. This rule was withdrawn for technical reasons. 1400-AD14 is substantially the same as this rule.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 62 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 2451 et seq

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Deleted at Agency Request 07/18/2012 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Robin J Lerner 

Deputy Assistant Secretary for Private Sector Exchange

Department of State

5th Floor, SA-5, 2200 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 632-2805 

FAX: 202 632-2701

E-Mail: jexchanges@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AD21

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Title: Visas: Independent Classification of Immediate Family Members of A Visa Holders as G Visa Holders

Abstract: This rule permits qualified immediate family members of A visa holders to be independently classified as G-1, G-2,

G-3, or G-4. This rule is being promulgated to allow employees of international organizations to work independent of their

sending country's work agreement with the United States, and regardless of diplomatic ties. With this change, family members

of diplomats assigned to the United States will be able to accept employment with international organizations and obtain visas

that reflect their status as employees of such organizations, rather than as diplomatic dependents. Inability to obtain G visas has

posed an impediment to the employment of some individuals in this category.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 41 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1104; PL 105-277; 8 USC 1185 note
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Withdrawn 10/01/2012 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Lauren Prosnik 

Office of Visa Services

Department of State

2401 E Street NW, L-603, DC 20522

DC 20522 

Phone: 202 663-1260 

E-Mail: prosnikla@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AD23

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Title: Amendment to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Yemen

Abstract: The Department of State amended the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to update the U.S.

Government's policy toward Yemen. This rule removes the ITAR section 126.1 limitations on defense trade with Yemen. Less

restrictive defense trade will further the national security and foreign policy interests of the United States. The Republic of

Yemen has taken important steps to stabilize the country, including holding successful presidential elections in February 2012.

Furthermore, the Republic of Yemen is a critical partner in the United States' continuing efforts against terrorism. Defense

assistance to the Yemeni government will be critical to increasing stability and security throughout the country and countering

this threat. Therefore, section 126.1(u) is removed, and the Department will review on a case-by-case basis all requests for

licenses or other approvals for exports or temporary imports of defense articles and defense services destined for or originating

in Yemen.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 126 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 2752, 2778, 2780, 2791, and 2797; 22 USC 2651a; 22 USC 287c; sec 1225, PL 108-375; sec 7089,

PL 111-117; PL 111-266; sec 7045; PL 112-74; sec 7046, PL 112-74

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Final Action 07/03/2012 77 FR 39392 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of

international interest.

Agency Contact: Candace M J Goforth 

Director, Office of Defense Trade Controls Policy

Department of State

2401 E Street NW, ATTN: ITAR Amendment, Washington, DC 20522

Washington , DC 20522 

Phone: 202 663-2792 

E-Mail: ddtcresponseteam@state.gov

Department of State ( DOS ) RIN: 1400-AD27

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Title: Repeal of Part 52: Marriages

Abstract: 22 CFR part 50 is being abolished because it is outdated. Prior to November 9, 1989, consular officers at U.S.

embassies and consulates abroad, when requested to do so, could make certain that foreign marriages were effective for

purposes of U.S. law by acting as official witnesses to the marriage, when one of the contracting parties was a U.S. citizen,

pursuant to the authority of section 31 of the Act of June 22, 1860 (22 U.S.C. 4192). The Act also provided for issuance of an

official certificate of witness to such marriage. Section 31 was repealed effective February 16, 1990, by section 123 of the FY

1990-1991 Foreign Affairs Authorization Act. U.S. Diplomatic and Consular officers and U.S. Ambassadors cannot conduct

marriage ceremonies.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 22 CFR 52 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 22 USC 4192 (repealed)

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Final Action 10/29/2012 77 FR 65477 

Additional Information: Includes Retrospective Review under E.O. 13563.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Dara Morenoff Department of State

Office of Legal Affairs, Overseas Citizens Services, Dept of State, 2201 C Street NW, SA-29, Washington, DC 20520

Washington , DC 20520 

Phone: 202 736-4995 

E-Mail: morenoffdj@state.gov