Amendment to the International Arms Traffic in Arms Regulations: Rwanda, 55441-55442 [E8-22578]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 73, No. 187 / Thursday, September 25, 2008 / Rules and Regulations taxation pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 501(c)(3), their fee may be reduced to the Tier 1 registration fee provided a copy of their certification letter from the Internal Revenue Service is submitted with their registration package. To be eligible, the registrant and all of its subsidiaries/ affiliates must be exempt from income taxation pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 501(c)(3). (5) The fee for registrants whose total registration fee is greater than 3% of the total value of applications for whom the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls has reviewed, adjudicated or issued a response during the 12-month period ending 90 days prior to expiration of the current registration will be reduced to 3% of such total application value or $2,750, which ever is greater. 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The requirement to submit a Department of State Form DS– 2032 and to submit documentation demonstrating incorporation or authorization to do business in the United States does not exclude foreign persons from the requirement to register. Foreign persons who are required to register shall provide information that is substantially similar in content as that which a U.S. person would provide under this provision (e.g., foreign business license or similar authorization to do business). The Directorate of Defense Trade Controls will notify the registrant if the Statement of Registration is incomplete either by notifying the registrant of what information is required or through the return of the entire registration package with payment. Registrants may not establish new entities for the purpose of reducing registration fees. * * * * * Dated: September 19, 2008. John C. Rood, Acting Under Secretary for Arms Control and International Security, Department of State. [FR Doc. E8–22574 Filed 9–24–08; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4710–25–P PART 129—REGISTRATION AND LICENSING OF BROKERS DEPARTMENT OF STATE ■ 4. The authority citation for part 129 continues to read as follows: [Public Notice: 6368] Authority: Sec. 38, Pub. L. 104–164, 110 Stat. 1437 (22 U.S.C. 2778). Amendment to the International Arms Traffic in Arms Regulations: Rwanda 5. Section 129.4 is amended by revising paragraph (a) to read as follows: AGENCY: § 129.4 The Department of State is removing Rwanda from its regulations on prohibited exports and sales to certain countries as a result of United Nations Security Council (UNSC) Resolution 1823, which terminated remaining arms sanctions against Rwanda. 22 CFR Part 126 erowe on PROD1PC64 with RULES ■ Registration statement and fees. 15:11 Sep 24, 2008 Jkt 214001 Department of State. Final rule. This rule is effective September 25, 2008. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Nicholas Memos, Office of Defense Trade Controls Policy, Department of State, Telephone (202) 663–2804 or Fax (202) 261–8199; e-mail DDTCResponseTeam@state.gov. DATES: On July 10, 2008, the UNSC adopted Resolution SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 4700 1823, which terminated remaining prohibitions of defense exports to nongovernmental entities and persons in Rwanda, and to such entities and persons in states neighboring Rwanda if such sale was intended for use within Rwanda, and which also terminated the prohibition of the resale or retransfer of defense items from the Government of Rwanda to any state neighboring Rwanda, or persons not in the service of the Government of Rwanda. Regulatory Analysis and Notices Administrative Procedure Act This amendment involves a foreign affairs function of the United States and, therefore, is not subject to the procedures contained in 5 U.S.C. 553 and 554. Regulatory Flexibility Act Since this amendment is not subject to the procedures in 5 U.S.C 553, it does not require analysis under the Regulatory Flexibility Act. Unfunded Mandates Act of 1995 This amendment does not involve a mandate that will result in the expenditure by state, local, and tribal governments, in the aggregate, or by the private sector, of $100 million or more in any year and it will not significantly or uniquely affect small governments. Therefore, no actions were deemed necessary under the provisions of the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995. Small Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act of 1996 SUMMARY: (a) General. The Department of State Form DS–2032 (Statement of Registration) and the transmittal letter meeting the requirements of § 122.2(b) of this subchapter must be submitted by an intended registrant with a payment by check, payable to the Department of State, of the fees prescribed in Section 122.3(a) of this subchapter. Foreign brokers must submit a check in U.S. dollars payable through a U.S. financial institution that includes the registrant’s legal name and address on the check. The Statement of Registration and transmittal letter must be signed by a senior officer (e.g., Chief Executive Officer, President, Secretary, Partner, Member, Treasurer, General Counsel) VerDate Aug<31>2005 ACTION: 55441 Sfmt 4700 This amendment has been found not to be a major rule within the meaning of the Small Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act of 1996. Executive Orders 12372 and 13132 This amendment will not have substantial direct effects on the States, on the relationship between the national government and the States, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of government. Therefore, in accordance with Executive Order 13132, it is determined that this amendment does not have sufficient federalism implications to require consultations or warrant the preparation of a federalism summary impact statement. The regulations implementing Executive Order 12372 regarding intergovernmental consultation on Federal programs and activities do not apply to this amendment. E:\FR\FM\25SER1.SGM 25SER1 55442 Federal Register / Vol. 73, No. 187 / Thursday, September 25, 2008 / Rules and Regulations Executive Order 12866 This amendment is exempt from review under Executive Order 12866, but has been reviewed internally by the Department of State to ensure consistency with the purposes thereof. Paperwork Reduction Act This rule does not impose any new reporting or recordkeeping requirements subject to the Paperwork Reduction Act, 44 U.S.C. Chapter 35. List of Subjects in 22 CFR Part 126 Arms and munitions, Exports. ■ Accordingly, for the reasons set forth above, Title 22, Chapter I, Subchapter M, Part 126 is amended as follows: PART 126—GENERAL POLICIES AND PROVISIONS 1. The authority citation for Part 126 continues to read as follows: ■ Authority: Secs. 2, 38, 40, 42 and 71, Pub. L. 90–629, 90 Stat. 744 (22 U.S.C. 2752, 2778, 2780, 2791 and 2797); E.O. 11958, 42 FR 4311; 3 CFR, 1977 Comp., p. 79; 22 U.S.C. 2651a; 22 U.S.C. 287c; E.O. 12918, 59 FR 28205; 3 CFR, 1994 Comp., p. 899; Sec. 1225, Pub. L. 108–375. § 126.1 [Amended] 2. In § 126.1: A. Remove paragraph (c)(8). B. Redesignate paragraphs (c)(9), (c)(10), and (c)(11) as paragraphs (c)(8), (c)(9), and (c)(10), respectively. ■ C. Remove and reserve paragraph (h). ■ ■ ■ Dated: September 11, 2008. John C. Rood, Acting Under Secretary for Arms Control and International Security, Department of State. [FR Doc. E8–22578 Filed 9–24–08; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4710–25–P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Federal Emergency Management Agency 44 CFR Part 67 Final Flood Elevation Determinations Federal Emergency Management Agency, DHS. erowe on PROD1PC64 with RULES AGENCY: VerDate Aug<31>2005 15:11 Sep 24, 2008 Jkt 214001 ACTION: Final rule. SUMMARY: Base (1% annual chance) Flood Elevations (BFEs) and modified BFEs are made final for the communities listed below. The BFEs and modified BFEs are the basis for the floodplain management measures that each community is required either to adopt or to show evidence of being already in effect in order to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). DATES: The date of issuance of the Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) showing BFEs and modified BFEs for each community. This date may be obtained by contacting the office where the maps are available for inspection as indicated on the table below. ADDRESSES: The final BFEs for each community are available for inspection at the office of the Chief Executive Officer of each community. The respective addresses are listed in the table below. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: William R. Blanton, Jr., Engineering Management Branch, Mitigation Directorate, Federal Emergency Management Agency, 500 C Street, SW., Washington, DC 20472, (202) 646–3151. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) makes the final determinations listed below for the modified BFEs for each community listed. These modified elevations have been published in newspapers of local circulation and ninety (90) days have elapsed since that publication. The Assistant Administrator of the Mitigation Directorate has resolved any appeals resulting from this notification. This final rule is issued in accordance with section 110 of the Flood Disaster Protection Act of 1973, 42 U.S.C. 4104, and 44 CFR part 67. FEMA has developed criteria for floodplain management in floodprone areas in accordance with 44 CFR part 60. Interested lessees and owners of real property are encouraged to review the proof Flood Insurance Study and FIRM available at the address cited below for each community. The BFEs and PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 modified BFEs are made final in the communities listed below. Elevations at selected locations in each community are shown. National Environmental Policy Act. This final rule is categorically excluded from the requirements of 44 CFR part 10, Environmental Consideration. An environmental impact assessment has not been prepared. Regulatory Flexibility Act. As flood elevation determinations are not within the scope of the Regulatory Flexibility Act, 5 U.S.C. 601–612, a regulatory flexibility analysis is not required. Regulatory Classification. This final rule is not a significant regulatory action under the criteria of section 3(f) of Executive Order 12866 of September 30, 1993, Regulatory Planning and Review, 58 FR 51735. Executive Order 13132, Federalism. This final rule involves no policies that have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132. Executive Order 12988, Civil Justice Reform. This final rule meets the applicable standards of Executive Order 12988. List of Subjects in 44 CFR Part 67 Administrative practice and procedure, Flood insurance, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements. Accordingly, 44 CFR part 67 is amended as follows: ■ PART 67—[AMENDED] 1. The authority citation for part 67 continues to read as follows: ■ Authority: 42 U.S.C. 4001 et seq.; Reorganization Plan No. 3 of 1978, 3 CFR, 1978 Comp., p. 329; E.O. 12127, 44 FR 19367, 3 CFR, 1979 Comp., p. 376. § 67.11 [Amended] 2. The tables published under the authority of § 67.11 are amended as follows: ■ E:\FR\FM\25SER1.SGM 25SER1

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[Federal Register Volume 73, Number 187 (Thursday, September 25, 2008)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 55441-55442]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: E8-22578]


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DEPARTMENT OF STATE

22 CFR Part 126

[Public Notice: 6368]


Amendment to the International Arms Traffic in Arms Regulations: 
Rwanda

AGENCY: Department of State.

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY: The Department of State is removing Rwanda from its 
regulations on prohibited exports and sales to certain countries as a 
result of United Nations Security Council (UNSC) Resolution 1823, which 
terminated remaining arms sanctions against Rwanda.

DATES: This rule is effective September 25, 2008.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Nicholas Memos, Office of Defense 
Trade Controls Policy, Department of State, Telephone (202) 663-2804 or 
Fax (202) 261-8199; e-mail DDTCResponseTeam@state.gov.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: On July 10, 2008, the UNSC adopted 
Resolution 1823, which terminated remaining prohibitions of defense 
exports to non-governmental entities and persons in Rwanda, and to such 
entities and persons in states neighboring Rwanda if such sale was 
intended for use within Rwanda, and which also terminated the 
prohibition of the resale or retransfer of defense items from the 
Government of Rwanda to any state neighboring Rwanda, or persons not in 
the service of the Government of Rwanda.

Regulatory Analysis and Notices

Administrative Procedure Act

    This amendment involves a foreign affairs function of the United 
States and, therefore, is not subject to the procedures contained in 5 
U.S.C. 553 and 554.

Regulatory Flexibility Act

    Since this amendment is not subject to the procedures in 5 U.S.C 
553, it does not require analysis under the Regulatory Flexibility Act.

Unfunded Mandates Act of 1995

    This amendment does not involve a mandate that will result in the 
expenditure by state, local, and tribal governments, in the aggregate, 
or by the private sector, of $100 million or more in any year and it 
will not significantly or uniquely affect small governments. Therefore, 
no actions were deemed necessary under the provisions of the Unfunded 
Mandates Reform Act of 1995.

Small Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act of 1996

    This amendment has been found not to be a major rule within the 
meaning of the Small Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act of 
1996.

Executive Orders 12372 and 13132

    This amendment will not have substantial direct effects on the 
States, on the relationship between the national government and the 
States, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the 
various levels of government. Therefore, in accordance with Executive 
Order 13132, it is determined that this amendment does not have 
sufficient federalism implications to require consultations or warrant 
the preparation of a federalism summary impact statement. The 
regulations implementing Executive Order 12372 regarding 
intergovernmental consultation on Federal programs and activities do 
not apply to this amendment.

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Executive Order 12866

    This amendment is exempt from review under Executive Order 12866, 
but has been reviewed internally by the Department of State to ensure 
consistency with the purposes thereof.

Paperwork Reduction Act

    This rule does not impose any new reporting or recordkeeping 
requirements subject to the Paperwork Reduction Act, 44 U.S.C. Chapter 
35.

List of Subjects in 22 CFR Part 126

    Arms and munitions, Exports.

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Accordingly, for the reasons set forth above, Title 22, Chapter I, 
Subchapter M, Part 126 is amended as follows:

PART 126--GENERAL POLICIES AND PROVISIONS

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1. The authority citation for Part 126 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: Secs. 2, 38, 40, 42 and 71, Pub. L. 90-629, 90 Stat. 
744 (22 U.S.C. 2752, 2778, 2780, 2791 and 2797); E.O. 11958, 42 FR 
4311; 3 CFR, 1977 Comp., p. 79; 22 U.S.C. 2651a; 22 U.S.C. 287c; 
E.O. 12918, 59 FR 28205; 3 CFR, 1994 Comp., p. 899; Sec. 1225, Pub. 
L. 108-375.


Sec.  126.1  [Amended]

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2. In Sec.  126.1:
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A. Remove paragraph (c)(8).
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B. Redesignate paragraphs (c)(9), (c)(10), and (c)(11) as paragraphs 
(c)(8), (c)(9), and (c)(10), respectively.
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C. Remove and reserve paragraph (h).

    Dated: September 11, 2008.
John C. Rood,
Acting Under Secretary for Arms Control and International Security, 
Department of State.
[FR Doc. E8-22578 Filed 9-24-08; 8:45 am]
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