Arms Sales Notification, 83908-83910 [2020-28320]

Download as PDF 83908 Federal Register / Vol. 85, No. 247 / Wednesday, December 23, 2020 / Notices intellectual property field. What are ways of promoting diversity in the corps of intellectual property attorneys and agents who represent innovators? IV. Realizing Innovation—Reaping the Personal and Societal Benefits of Innovation 14. Financial support is a critical element in translating an innovation into commercial success. What organizations, programs, or other efforts help promote access to capital to an expanded group of inventors and entrepreneurs—demographically, geographically, and economically? 15. Successfully commercializing an inventive product or concept requires in-depth knowledge about production processes, market forces, and other pertinent information. What types of mentoring initiatives could be implemented or expanded to help experienced entrepreneurs impart this specialized knowledge to diverse and novice inventors? 16. Formalized partnerships like tech transfer offices/conferences, accelerators, and incubators can help streamline commercialization objectives such as product development, licensing, and distribution. What can be done to make these partnerships more accessible and effective at supporting all inventors and entrepreneurs? V. Other 17. Please provide any other comments that you feel should be considered as part of, and that are directly related to, the development of a national strategy to expand the innovation ecosystem demographically, geographically, and economically. Andrei Iancu, Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the United States Patent and Trademark Office. [FR Doc. 2020–28298 Filed 12–22–20; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3510–16–P DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Department of the Army Draft Environmental Impact Statement Addressing Heat and Electrical Upgrades at Fort Wainwright, Alaska Department of the Army, DOD. Amended Notice of Availability. jbell on DSKJLSW7X2PROD with NOTICES AGENCY: ACTION: VerDate Sep<11>2014 21:21 Dec 22, 2020 Jkt 253001 SUMMARY: The Department of the Army (Army) is issuing this Amended Notice of Availability, updating the original notice published on October 9, 2020 (Federal Register, Vol. 85, No. 197, 64133) of the continuing availability of the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) as part of the environmental planning process to address heat and electrical upgrades at Fort Wainwright, Alaska. The comment period for the Draft EIS, originally scheduled to conclude on December 8, 2020, is being reopened for an additional 60 days to conclude on February 22, 2021. The Army invites public comments on the Draft EIS during the comment period that began with the publication of the NOA in the Federal Register on October 9, 2020. DATES: Comments must be received by February 22, 2021 to be considered in the preparation of the Final EIS. ADDRESSES: Please submit written comments to Laura Sample, NEPA Program Manager at: Directorate of Public Works, ATTN: IMFW–PWE (L. Sample), 1046 Marks Road #4500, Fort Wainwright, AK 99703–4500, email: usarmy.wainwright.id-pacific.mbx.heueis@mail.mil, or through the project website: https://home.army.mil/alaska/ index.php/fort-wainwright/NEPA/HEUEIS. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Please contact Grant Sattler, Public Affairs Office, IMPC–FWA–PAO (Sattler), 1060 Gaffney Road #5900, Fort Wainwright, AK 99703–5900; telephone (907) 353–6701; email: alan.g.sattler.civ@mail.mil. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The current condition of Fort Wainwright’s heat and power plant requires an upgrade to provide reliable heat and electrical infrastructure for the installation that resolves safety, resiliency, fiscal, and regulatory concerns. The Draft EIS evaluates reasonable alternatives, potential environmental impacts, and key issues of concern. A preferred alternative is not identified at this time. The comment period is being reopened in response to requests from commenters. Additional information can be found within the original notice published on October 9, 2020 (Federal Register, Vol. 85, No. 197, 64133). Federal, state, and local agencies; Alaska Natives; Native Americans; Native American organizations and tribes; private PO 00000 Frm 00026 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 organizations; and the public are invited to continue being involved in this EIS process by providing written comments. An electronic copy of the Draft EIS is available online at: https:// home.army.mil/alaska/index.php/fortwainwright/NEPA/HEU-EIS. Copies of the Draft EIS will be available for review at the Noel Wien Library, 1215 Cowles Street, Fairbanks, AK 99701; the Post Library, Building 3700, Santiago Avenue, Fort Wainwright, AK 99703; and the Tri-Valley Community Library, 400 Suntrana Road, Healy, AK 99743, if these facilities are open. Copies of the Draft EIS are also available by submitting a request to: see ADDRESSES. Written comments must be sent by February 22, 2021. The Army will consider all comments received on the Draft EIS when preparing the Final EIS. As with the Draft EIS, the Army will announce the availability of the Final EIS. James W. Satterwhite Jr., Alternate, Army Federal Register Liaison Officer. [FR Doc. 2020–28322 Filed 12–22–20; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 5061–AP–P DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Office of the Secretary [Transmittal No. 21–0A] Arms Sales Notification Defense Security Cooperation Agency, Department of Defense (DoD). ACTION: Arms sales notice. AGENCY: SUMMARY: The Department of Defense is publishing the unclassified text of an arms sales notification. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Karma Job at karma.d.job.civ@mail.mil or (703) 697–8976. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: This 36(b)(5)(C) arms sales notification is published to fulfill the requirements of section 155 of Public Law 104–164 dated July 21, 1996. The following is a copy of a letter to the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Transmittal 21–0A with attached Policy Justification. Dated: December 17, 2020. Aaron T. Siegel, Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense. BILLING CODE 5001–06–P E:\FR\FM\23DEN1.SGM 23DEN1 BILLING CODE 5001–06–C jbell on DSKJLSW7X2PROD with NOTICES Transmittal No. 21–0A REPORT OF ENHANCEMENT OR UPGRADE OF SENSITIVITY OF TECHNOLOGY OR CAPABILITY (SEC. 36(B)(5)(C), AECA) (i) Purchaser: Government of the United Arab Emirates (ii) Sec. 36(b)(1), AECA Transmittal No.: 17–20 Date: March 7, 2018 Military Department: Navy (iii) Description: On March 7, 2018, Congress was notified by Congressional certification transmittal number 17–20 of the possible sale under Section VerDate Sep<11>2014 21:21 Dec 22, 2020 Jkt 253001 36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act of three hundred (300) AIM–9X–2 Sidewinder Block II All-Up-Round Missiles; forty (40) AIM–9x–2 Sidewinder Captive Air Training Missiles (CATMs); thirty (30) AIM–9x– 2 Block II Tactical Guidance Units; fifteen (15) AIM–9x–2 CATM Units; containers; spares; support equipment and missile support; U.S. Government and contractor technical assistance and other related logistics support; and other associated support equipment and services. The estimated cost was $270.4 million. Major Defense Equipment (MDE) constituted $240 million of this total. PO 00000 Frm 00027 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 83909 This transmittal reports the addition of five hundred (500) Sidewinder AIM 9X Block II+ (Plus) Tactical Missiles; forty (40) Sidewinder AIM 9X Block II Captive Air Training Missiles (CATMs); three (3) Sidewinder AIM 9X Block II Special Air Training Missiles (NATMS); fifty (50) Sidewinder AIM 9X Block II+ (Plus) Tactical Guidance Units; twentyfive (25) Sidewinder AIM 9X Block II CATM Guidance Units; containers; spares; support equipment and missile support; U.S. Government and contractor technical assistance and other related logistics support; and other associated support equipment and services with a value of $490 million. E:\FR\FM\23DEN1.SGM 23DEN1 EN23DE20.000</GPH> Federal Register / Vol. 85, No. 247 / Wednesday, December 23, 2020 / Notices 83910 Federal Register / Vol. 85, No. 247 / Wednesday, December 23, 2020 / Notices jbell on DSKJLSW7X2PROD with NOTICES The total notified cost of MDE will increase to $730 million, and the total notified case value will increase to $840.5 million. (iv) Significance: This notification is being provided to report the inclusion of MDE items not previously notified. This potential sale will improve the UAE’s capability to meet current and future threats and provide greater security for its critical infrastructure. The addition of the Sidewinder AIM 9X Block II+ (Plus) Tactical Missiles represents an increase in capability over what was previously notified. The UAE will use the enhanced capability to strengthen its homeland defense. (v) Justification: This proposed sale of the Sidewinder AIM 9X Block II+ (Plus) Tactical Missile will support the foreign policy and national security of the United States by helping to improve the security of an important regional partner. The UAE has been, and continues to be, a vital U.S. partner for political stability and economic progress in the Middle East. (vi) Sensitivity of Technology: The Sidewinder AIM 9X Block II+ (Plus) Tactical Missile represents a substantial increase in missile acquisition and kinematics performance over the AIM– VerDate Sep<11>2014 21:21 Dec 22, 2020 Jkt 253001 9M and replaces the AIM 9X Block I Missile configuration. The missile includes a high off-boresight seeker, enhanced countermeasure rejection capability, low drag/high angle of attack airframe and the ability to integrate the Helmet Mounted Cueing System. The software algorithms are the most sensitive portions of the Sidewinder AIM 9X Block II+ (Plus) Tactical Missile. The software continues to be modified via a Pre-Planned Product Improvement (P3I) program in order to improve its counter-countermeasure capabilities. No software source code or algorithms will be released. The highest level of classification of information included in this potential sale is SECRET. (vii) Date Report Delivered to Congress: November 09, 2020 [FR Doc. 2020–28320 Filed 12–22–20; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 5001–06–P PO 00000 DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Office of the Secretary [Transmittal No. 21–05] Arms Sales Notification Defense Security Cooperation Agency, Department of Defense (DoD). ACTION: Arms sales notice. AGENCY: SUMMARY: The Department of Defense is publishing the unclassified text of an arms sales notification. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Karma Job at karma.d.job.civ@mail.mil or (703) 697–8976. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: This 36(b)(1) arms sales notification is published to fulfill the requirements of section 155 of Public Law 104–164 dated July 21, 1996. The following is a copy of a letter to the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Transmittal 21–05 with attached Policy Justification and Sensitivity of Technology. Dated: December 17, 2020. Aaron T. Siegel, Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense. BILLING CODE 5001–06–P Frm 00028 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 E:\FR\FM\23DEN1.SGM 23DEN1

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[Federal Register Volume 85, Number 247 (Wednesday, December 23, 2020)]
[Notices]
[Pages 83908-83910]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2020-28320]


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DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE

Office of the Secretary

[Transmittal No. 21-0A]


Arms Sales Notification

AGENCY: Defense Security Cooperation Agency, Department of Defense 
(DoD).

ACTION: Arms sales notice.

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SUMMARY: The Department of Defense is publishing the unclassified text 
of an arms sales notification.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Karma Job at [email protected] 
or (703) 697-8976.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: This 36(b)(5)(C) arms sales notification is 
published to fulfill the requirements of section 155 of Public Law 104-
164 dated July 21, 1996. The following is a copy of a letter to the 
Speaker of the House of Representatives, Transmittal 21-0A with 
attached Policy Justification.

    Dated: December 17, 2020.
Aaron T. Siegel,
Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense.
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Transmittal No. 21-0A

REPORT OF ENHANCEMENT OR UPGRADE OF SENSITIVITY OF TECHNOLOGY OR 
CAPABILITY (SEC. 36(B)(5)(C), AECA)

    (i) Purchaser: Government of the United Arab Emirates
    (ii) Sec. 36(b)(1), AECA Transmittal No.: 17-20

Date: March 7, 2018
Military Department: Navy

    (iii) Description: On March 7, 2018, Congress was notified by 
Congressional certification transmittal number 17-20 of the possible 
sale under Section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act of three 
hundred (300) AIM-9X-2 Sidewinder Block II All-Up-Round Missiles; forty 
(40) AIM-9x-2 Sidewinder Captive Air Training Missiles (CATMs); thirty 
(30) AIM-9x-2 Block II Tactical Guidance Units; fifteen (15) AIM-9x-2 
CATM Units; containers; spares; support equipment and missile support; 
U.S. Government and contractor technical assistance and other related 
logistics support; and other associated support equipment and services. 
The estimated cost was $270.4 million. Major Defense Equipment (MDE) 
constituted $240 million of this total.
    This transmittal reports the addition of five hundred (500) 
Sidewinder AIM 9X Block II+ (Plus) Tactical Missiles; forty (40) 
Sidewinder AIM 9X Block II Captive Air Training Missiles (CATMs); three 
(3) Sidewinder AIM 9X Block II Special Air Training Missiles (NATMS); 
fifty (50) Sidewinder AIM 9X Block II+ (Plus) Tactical Guidance Units; 
twenty-five (25) Sidewinder AIM 9X Block II CATM Guidance Units; 
containers; spares; support equipment and missile support; U.S. 
Government and contractor technical assistance and other related 
logistics support; and other associated support equipment and services 
with a value of $490 million.

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The total notified cost of MDE will increase to $730 million, and the 
total notified case value will increase to $840.5 million.
    (iv) Significance: This notification is being provided to report 
the inclusion of MDE items not previously notified. This potential sale 
will improve the UAE's capability to meet current and future threats 
and provide greater security for its critical infrastructure. The 
addition of the Sidewinder AIM 9X Block II+ (Plus) Tactical Missiles 
represents an increase in capability over what was previously notified. 
The UAE will use the enhanced capability to strengthen its homeland 
defense.
    (v) Justification: This proposed sale of the Sidewinder AIM 9X 
Block II+ (Plus) Tactical Missile will support the foreign policy and 
national security of the United States by helping to improve the 
security of an important regional partner. The UAE has been, and 
continues to be, a vital U.S. partner for political stability and 
economic progress in the Middle East.
    (vi) Sensitivity of Technology: The Sidewinder AIM 9X Block II+ 
(Plus) Tactical Missile represents a substantial increase in missile 
acquisition and kinematics performance over the AIM-9M and replaces the 
AIM 9X Block I Missile configuration. The missile includes a high off-
boresight seeker, enhanced countermeasure rejection capability, low 
drag/high angle of attack airframe and the ability to integrate the 
Helmet Mounted Cueing System. The software algorithms are the most 
sensitive portions of the Sidewinder AIM 9X Block II+ (Plus) Tactical 
Missile. The software continues to be modified via a Pre-Planned 
Product Improvement (P3I) program in order to improve its counter-
countermeasure capabilities. No software source code or algorithms will 
be released. The highest level of classification of information 
included in this potential sale is SECRET.
    (vii) Date Report Delivered to Congress: November 09, 2020

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