30-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: Brokering Prior Approval (License), 3529-3530 [2019-02020]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 84, No. 29 / Tuesday, February 12, 2019 / Notices unclassified defense articles must obtain DDTC authorization prior to import. ‘‘Application/License for Temporary Import of Unclassified Defense Articles’’ (Form DSP–61) is the licensing vehicle typically used to obtain permission for the temporary import of unclassified defense articles covered by USML. This form is an application that, when completed and approved by PM/DDTC, Department of State, constitutes the official record and authorization for the temporary commercial import of unclassified U.S. Munitions List articles, pursuant to the Arms Export Control Act and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations. • 1405–0022, Application/License for Permanent/Temporary Export or Temporary Import of Classified Defense Articles and Related Classified Technical Data: In accordance with part 123 of the ITAR, any person who intends to permanently export, temporarily export, or temporarily import classified defense articles, including classified technical data must first obtain DDTC authorization. ‘‘Application/License for Permanent/ Temporary Export or Temporary Import of Classified Defense Articles and Related Classified Technical Data’’ (Form DSP–85) is used to obtain permission for the permanent export, temporary export, or temporary import of classified defense articles, including classified technical data, covered by the USML. This form is an application that, when completed and approved by PM/ DDTC, Department of State, constitutes the official record and authorization for all classified commercial defense trade transactions, pursuant to the Arms Export Control Act and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations. • 1405–0023, Application/License for Temporary Export of Unclassified Defense Articles: In accordance with part 123 of the ITAR, any person who intends to temporarily export unclassified defense articles must DDTC authorization prior to export. ‘‘Application/License for Temporary Export of Unclassified Defense Articles’’ (Form DSP–73) is the licensing vehicle typically used to obtain permission for the temporary export of unclassified defense articles covered by the USML. This form is an application that, when completed and approved by PM/DDTC, Department of State, constitutes the official record and authorization for the temporary commercial export of unclassified U.S. Munitions List articles, pursuant to the Arms Export Control Act and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations. VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:30 Feb 11, 2019 Jkt 247001 Methodology This information collection may be sent to the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls via the following methods: Electronically or mail. Additional Information The aforementioned collections may be impacted by a proposed rule published in the Federal Register on May 24, 2018 (83 FR 24198) (RIN 1400– AE30). If the rule becomes final, changes will be made to the forms’ drop down menus to allow for the updated USML subcategories to be selected by an applicant. Anthony M. Dearth, Chief of Staff, Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, Department of State. [FR Doc. 2019–01983 Filed 2–11–19; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4710–25–P [FR Doc. 2019–02090 Filed 2–11–19; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4710–10–P DEPARTMENT OF STATE [Public Notice 10660] 30-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: Brokering Prior Approval (License) By virtue of the authority vested in the Secretary of State by the laws of the United States, including 22 U.S.C. 2651a, I hereby delegate to the Under Secretary and Deputy Under Secretary of State for Management, to the extent authorized by law, all managementrelated functions now vested or which in the future may be vested in the Secretary of State or in the head of the Department of State, as well as the authority of the Secretary of State to approve submission of reports to the Congress. This delegation covers the decision to submit to the Congress both one-time reports and recurring reports, including reporting functions vested in the Secretary of State in the future. However, this delegation shall not be construed to authorize the Under Secretary or Deputy Under Secretary to make waivers, certifications, determinations, findings, or other such statutorily required substantive actions that may be called for in connection with the submission of a report. The Under Secretary or Deputy Under Secretary shall be responsible for referring to the Secretary or to the Deputy Secretary any matter on which action would appropriately be taken by such official. Functions delegated herein may be redelegated, to the extent authorized by law. The Secretary of State or Deputy Secretary of State may at any time exercise any function delegation herein. Sfmt 4703 The Department of State has submitted the information collection described below to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval. In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 we are requesting comments on this collection from all interested individuals and organizations. The purpose of this Notice is to allow 30 days for public comment. DATES: Submit comments directly to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) up to March 14, 2019. ADDRESSES: Direct comments to the Department of State Desk Officer in the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs at the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). You may submit comments by the following methods: • Email: oira_submission@ omb.eop.gov. You must include the DS form number, information collection title, and the OMB control number in the subject line of your message. • Fax: 202–395–5806. Attention: Desk Officer for Department of State. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Direct requests for additional information regarding the collection listed in this notice, including requests for copies of the proposed collection instrument and supporting documents, to Andrea Battista, who may be reached on 202–663–3136 or at battistaal@ state.gov. SUMMARY: Delegation of Management Authorities of the Secretary of State Fmt 4703 Dated: January 9, 2019. Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State, Department of State. Notice of request for public comment and submission to OMB of proposed collection of information. [Delegation of Authority No. 462] Frm 00119 This delegation does not repeal or affect any delegation of authority currently in effect except Delegation of Authority 198, dated September 16, 1992, which is hereby revoked. This delegation of authority shall be published in the Federal Register. ACTION: DEPARTMENT OF STATE PO 00000 3529 SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: • Title of Information Collection: Brokering Prior Approval. • OMB Control Number: 1405–0142. • Type of Request: Extension of a Currently Approved Collection. E:\FR\FM\12FEN1.SGM 12FEN1 3530 Federal Register / Vol. 84, No. 29 / Tuesday, February 12, 2019 / Notices • Originating Office: Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC). • Form Number: DS–4294. • Respondents: Respondents are U.S. and foreign persons who wish to engage in International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)-controlled brokering of defense articles and defense services. • Estimated Number of Respondents: 170. • Estimated Number of Responses: 170. • Average Time per Response: 2 hours. • Total Estimated Burden Time: 340 hours. • Frequency: On Occasion. • Obligation to Respond: Required to Obtain Benefit. We are soliciting public comments to permit the Department to: • Evaluate whether the proposed information collection is necessary for the proper functions of the Department. • Evaluate the accuracy of our estimate of the time and cost burden for this proposed collection, including the validity of the methodology and assumptions used. • Enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected. • Minimize the reporting burden on those who are to respond, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology. Please note that comments submitted in response to this Notice are public record. Before including any detailed personal information, you should be aware that your comments as submitted, including your personal information, will be available for public review. Abstract of Proposed Collection In accordance with part 129 of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), U.S. and foreign persons who wish to engage in ITARcontrolled brokering activity of defense articles and defense services must first register with DDTC. Brokers must then submit a written request for approval to DDTC and must receive DDTC’s consent prior to engaging in such activities unless exempted. This information is currently used in the review of the brokering request submitted for approval and to ensure compliance with defense trade statutes and regulations. It is also used to monitor and control the transfer of sensitive U.S. technology. Methodology Currently submissions are made via hardcopy documentation. Applicants VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:30 Feb 11, 2019 Jkt 247001 are referred to ITAR part 129 for guidance on information to submit regarding proposed brokering activity. Upon implementation of DDTC’s new case management system, the Defense Export Control and Compliance System (DECCS), a DS–4294 may be submitted electronically. Anthony M. Dearth, Chief of Staff, Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, U.S. Department of State. [FR Doc. 2019–02020 Filed 2–11–19; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4710–25–P DEPARTMENT OF STATE [Public Notice 10629] 30-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: Annual Brokering Report Notice of request for public comment and submission to OMB of proposed collection of information. ACTION: The Department of State has submitted the information collection described below to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval. In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 we are requesting comments on this collection from all interested individuals and organizations. The purpose of this Notice is to allow 30 days for public comment. DATES: Submit comments directly to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) up to March 14, 2019. ADDRESSES: Direct comments to the Department of State Desk Officer in the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs at the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). You may submit comments by the following methods: • Email: oira_submission@ omb.eop.gov. You must include the DS form number, information collection title, and the OMB control number in the subject line of your message. • Fax: 202–395–5806. Attention: Desk Officer for Department of State. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Direct requests for additional information regarding the collection listed in this notice, including requests for copies of the proposed collection instrument and supporting documents, to Andrea Battista who may be reached on 202–663–3136 or at battistaal@ state.gov. SUMMARY: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: • Title of Information Collection: Annual Brokering Report. • OMB Control Number: 1405–0141. PO 00000 Frm 00120 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 • Type of Request: Extension of a Currently Approved Collection. • Originating Office: Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC). • Form Number: No Form. • Respondents: Respondents are any person/s who engages in the United States in the business of manufacturing or exporting or temporarily importing defense articles. • Estimated Number of Respondents: 1,200. • Estimated Number of Responses: 1,200. • Average Time per Response: 2 hours. • Total Estimated Burden Time: 2,400 hours. • Frequency: Annually. • Obligation to Respond: Required to Obtain or Retain Benefit. We are soliciting public comments to permit the Department to: • Evaluate whether the proposed information collection is necessary for the proper functions of the Department. • Evaluate the accuracy of our estimate of the time and cost burden for this proposed collection, including the validity of the methodology and assumptions used. • Enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected. • Minimize the reporting burden on those who are to respond, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology. Please note that comments submitted in response to this Notice are public record. Before including any detailed personal information, you should be aware that your comments as submitted, including your personal information, will be available for public review. Abstract of Proposed Collection In accordance with part 129 of the ITAR, U.S. and foreign persons required to register as a broker shall provide annually a report to DDTC enumerating and describing brokering activities by quantity, type, U.S. dollar value, purchaser/recipient, and license number for approved activities and any exemptions utilized for other covered activities. This information is currently used in the review of munitions export and brokering license applications and to ensure compliance with defense trade statutes and regulations. As appropriate, such information may be shared with other U.S. Government entities. E:\FR\FM\12FEN1.SGM 12FEN1

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[Federal Register Volume 84, Number 29 (Tuesday, February 12, 2019)]
[Notices]
[Pages 3529-3530]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2019-02020]


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DEPARTMENT OF STATE

[Public Notice 10660]


30-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: Brokering Prior 
Approval (License)

ACTION: Notice of request for public comment and submission to OMB of 
proposed collection of information.

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SUMMARY: The Department of State has submitted the information 
collection described below to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) 
for approval. In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 we 
are requesting comments on this collection from all interested 
individuals and organizations. The purpose of this Notice is to allow 
30 days for public comment.

DATES: Submit comments directly to the Office of Management and Budget 
(OMB) up to March 14, 2019.

ADDRESSES: Direct comments to the Department of State Desk Officer in 
the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs at the Office of 
Management and Budget (OMB). You may submit comments by the following 
methods:
     Email: oira_submission@omb.eop.gov. You must include the 
DS form number, information collection title, and the OMB control 
number in the subject line of your message.
     Fax: 202-395-5806. Attention: Desk Officer for Department 
of State.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Direct requests for additional 
information regarding the collection listed in this notice, including 
requests for copies of the proposed collection instrument and 
supporting documents, to Andrea Battista, who may be reached on 202-
663-3136 or at battistaal@state.gov.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 
     Title of Information Collection: Brokering Prior Approval.
     OMB Control Number: 1405-0142.
     Type of Request: Extension of a Currently Approved 
Collection.

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     Originating Office: Directorate of Defense Trade Controls 
(DDTC).
     Form Number: DS-4294.
     Respondents: Respondents are U.S. and foreign persons who 
wish to engage in International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)-
controlled brokering of defense articles and defense services.
     Estimated Number of Respondents: 170.
     Estimated Number of Responses: 170.
     Average Time per Response: 2 hours.
     Total Estimated Burden Time: 340 hours.
     Frequency: On Occasion.
     Obligation to Respond: Required to Obtain Benefit.
    We are soliciting public comments to permit the Department to:
     Evaluate whether the proposed information collection is 
necessary for the proper functions of the Department.
     Evaluate the accuracy of our estimate of the time and cost 
burden for this proposed collection, including the validity of the 
methodology and assumptions used.
     Enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the 
information to be collected.
     Minimize the reporting burden on those who are to respond, 
including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of 
information technology.
    Please note that comments submitted in response to this Notice are 
public record. Before including any detailed personal information, you 
should be aware that your comments as submitted, including your 
personal information, will be available for public review.

Abstract of Proposed Collection

    In accordance with part 129 of the International Traffic in Arms 
Regulations (ITAR), U.S. and foreign persons who wish to engage in 
ITAR-controlled brokering activity of defense articles and defense 
services must first register with DDTC. Brokers must then submit a 
written request for approval to DDTC and must receive DDTC's consent 
prior to engaging in such activities unless exempted. This information 
is currently used in the review of the brokering request submitted for 
approval and to ensure compliance with defense trade statutes and 
regulations. It is also used to monitor and control the transfer of 
sensitive U.S. technology.

Methodology

    Currently submissions are made via hardcopy documentation. 
Applicants are referred to ITAR part 129 for guidance on information to 
submit regarding proposed brokering activity. Upon implementation of 
DDTC's new case management system, the Defense Export Control and 
Compliance System (DECCS), a DS-4294 may be submitted electronically.

Anthony M. Dearth,
Chief of Staff, Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, U.S. Department 
of State.
[FR Doc. 2019-02020 Filed 2-11-19; 8:45 am]
 BILLING CODE 4710-25-P
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