Arms Sales Notification, 43834-43836 [2024-11037]

Download as PDF 43834 Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 98 / Monday, May 20, 2024 / Notices Also included is missile support equipment; technical manuals/ publications; spare parts; tool and test equipment; training; U.S. Government technical and logistical support, contractor technical support, and other associated equipment and services; and other related elements of logistical and program support. (iv) Military Department: Army (EG– B–VJO) (v) Prior Related Cases, if any: EG–B– VCO (vi) Sales Commission, Fee, etc., Paid, Offered, or Agreed to be Paid: None (vii) Sensitivity of Technology Contained in the Defense Article or Defense Services Proposed to be Sold: See Attached Annex (viii) Date Report Delivered to Congress: May 19, 2022 * As defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms Export Control Act. POLICY JUSTIFICATION lotter on DSK11XQN23PROD with NOTICES1 Egypt—TOW 2A Radio Frequency (RF) Missiles and Support The Government of Egypt has requested to buy five thousand (5,000) TOW 2A, Radio Frequency (RF) missiles, BGM–71E–4B–RF; and seventy (70) TOW 2A, Radio Frequency (RF) missiles, BGM–71E–4B–RF (Fly-to-Buy Lot Acceptance missiles). Also included is missile support equipment; technical manuals/publications; spare parts; tool and test equipment; training; U.S. Government technical and logistical support, contractor technical support, and other associated equipment and services; and other related elements of logistical and program support. The estimated total cost is $691 million. This proposed sale will support the foreign policy and national security of the United States by helping to improve the security of a Major Non-North Atlantic Treaty Organization Ally that continues to be an important strategic partner in the Middle East. The proposed sale will enhance Egypt’s capability to strengthen its homeland defense by replenishing its stocks. The missiles will be used for VerDate Sep<11>2014 19:14 May 17, 2024 Jkt 262001 counter-terrorism and border security against armored threats and fortified positions. Egypt will have no difficulty absorbing these additional missiles into its armed forces. The proposed sale of this equipment and support will not alter the basic military balance in the region. The principal contractor will be Raytheon Missiles & Defense, Tucson, AZ. There are no known offset agreements proposed in connection with this potential sale. Implementation of this proposed sale will not require the assignment of any additional U.S. Government or contractor representatives to Egypt. There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a result of this proposed sale. Transmittal No. 21–33 DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Office of the Secretary Annex Item No. vii (vii) Sensitivity of Technology: 1. The Radio Frequency TOW 2A (RF) Missile (BGM–71–4B–RF) is a direct attack missile designed to defeat armored vehicles, reinforced urban structures, field fortification and other such targets. TOW Missiles are fired from a variety of TOW Launchers in the U.S. Army, USMC, and FMS partner forces. The TOW 2A RF missile can be launched from the same launcher platforms as the existing wire-guided TOW 2A missile without modification to the launcher. The TOW 2A missile (both wire and RF) contains two tracker beacons (Xenon and thermal) for the launcher to track and guide the missile in flight. Guidance commands from the launcher are provided to the missile by the RF link contained within the missile case. 2. The highest level of classification of defense articles, components, and services included in this potential sale is SECRET. 3. If a technologically advanced adversary were to obtain knowledge of Frm 00035 [FR Doc. 2024–11033 Filed 5–17–24; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6001–FR–P Notice of Proposed Issuance of Letter of Offer Pursuant to Section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act PO 00000 the specific hardware and software elements, the information could be used to develop countermeasures that might reduce weapon system effectiveness or be used in the development of a system with similar or advanced capabilities. 4. A determination has been made that Egypt can provide substantially the same degree of protection for the sensitive technology being released as the U.S. Government. This sale is necessary in furtherance of the U.S. foreign policy and national security objectives outlined in the Policy Justification. 5. All defense articles and services listed in this transmittal have been authorized for release and export to the Government of Egypt. Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 [Transmittal No. 21–0M] Arms Sales Notification Defense Security Cooperation Agency, Department of Defense (DoD). ACTION: Arms sales notice. AGENCY: The DoD is publishing the unclassified text of an arms sales notification. SUMMARY: Neil Hedlund at neil.g.hedlund.civ@mail.mil or (703) 697–9214. 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 with attached Transmittal 21–0M. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Dated: May 15, 2024. Aaron T. Siegel, Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense. BILLING CODE 6001–FR–P E:\FR\FM\20MYN1.SGM 20MYN1 Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 98 / Monday, May 20, 2024 / Notices 43835 DEFENSE SECURITY COOPERATION AGENCY 201 I zm STREET SOUTH, SUlTE f 01 ARLINGTON. VA 22202·5408 The Honorable Nancy Pelosi Speaker of the House U.S. House of Representatives H~209, The Capitol Washington, DC 20515 Dear Madam Speaker: Pursuant to the reporting requirements of Section 36(b)(5)(C) of the Arms Export Control Act (AECA); as amended, we are forwarding Transmittal No. 21 ~OM. This notification relates to enhancements or upgrades from the level of sensitivity of technology or capability described in the Section 36(b)(1) AECA certification 20-81 of February 16,. 2021. Sincerely, ~A~ Director BILLING CODE 6001–FR–C Transmittal No. 21–0M lotter on DSK11XQN23PROD with NOTICES1 REPORT OF ENHANCEMENT OR UPGRADE OF SENSITIVITY OF TECHNOLOGY OR CAPABILITY (SEC. 36(B)(5)(C), AECA) (i) Purchaser: Government of Egypt (ii) Sec. 36(b)(1), AECA Transmittal No.: #20–81 Date: February 16, 2021 Military Department: Navy Funding Source: Foreign Military Financing (FMF) (iii) Description: On February 16, 2021, Congress was notified by VerDate Sep<11>2014 19:14 May 17, 2024 Jkt 262001 Congressional certification transmittal number 20–81 of the possible sale, under Section 36(b)(l) of the Arms Export Control Act, of up to one hundred sixty-eight (168) RIM–116C Rolling Airframe Missiles (RAM) Block 2 tactical missiles. Also included were RAM Guided Missile Round Pack TriPack shipping and storage containers; operator manuals and technical documentation; U.S. Government and contractor engineering, technical and logistics support services; and other related elements of logistical and program support. The estimated total program cost was $197 million. Major PO 00000 Frm 00036 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 Defense Equipment (MDE) constituted $182 million of this total. This transmittal notifies the addition of four (4) MK 49 MOD 5 RAM Guided Missile Launching Systems (GMLS) (MDE). The following non-MDE items will also be included: support equipment; sparing; U.S. Government and contractor technical assistance; and U.S. Government non-technical support. The overall MDE value will increase to $282 million and the overall total value will increase to $347 million. (iv) Significance: This notification is being provided to report the inclusion of MDE items not previously notified. The E:\FR\FM\20MYN1.SGM 20MYN1 EN20MY24.318</GPH> Enclosures: l. Transmittal 2. Regional Balance (Classified document provided under separate cover) 43836 Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 98 / Monday, May 20, 2024 / Notices inclusion of this MDE represents an increase in capability over what was previously notified. The Egyptian Navy will replace the RAM MK 49 MOD 3 launchers on its Ex-Oliver Hazard Perry (OHP) Frigates with these Mod 5 launchers. This potential sale will improve Egypt’s capability to meet current and future threats and provide significantly enhanced area defense capabilities over Egypt’s coastal areas and approaches to the Suez Canal. (v) Justification: This proposed sale will support the foreign policy and national security objectives of the United States by helping to improve the security of a Major Non-North Atlantic Treaty Organization Ally that continues to be an important strategic partner in the Middle East. (vi) Sensitivity of Technology: The RAM MK 49 GMLS is the launcher for the RAM Guided Missile Weapon System (GMWS) that was approved under the original 36(b)(1) notification, Transmittal No. 20–81. The RAM GMWS is a high fire power, dual mode, fire and forget weapon system, which provides ship self-defense against antiship missiles. The RAM MK 49 GMLS is comprised of a 21-round launcher guide, which is capable of firing tactical or telemetry RAM missiles. The highest level of classification of defense articles, components, and services included in this potential sale is UNCLASSIFIED. (vii) Date Report Delivered to Congress: May 26, 2022 [FR Doc. 2024–11037 Filed 5–17–24; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6001–FR–P DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Office of the Secretary [Docket ID: DoD–2024–HA–0055] Proposed Collection; Comment Request The Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs (OASD(HA)), Department of Defense (DoD). ACTION: 60-Day information collection notice. AGENCY: In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the Defense Health Agency announces a proposed public information collection and seeks public comment on the provisions thereof. Comments are invited on: whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the agency, including whether the information shall have lotter on DSK11XQN23PROD with NOTICES1 SUMMARY: VerDate Sep<11>2014 19:14 May 17, 2024 Jkt 262001 practical utility; the accuracy of the agency’s estimate of the burden of the proposed information collection; ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and ways to minimize the burden of the information collection on respondents, including through the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology. DATES: Consideration will be given to all comments received by July 19, 2024. ADDRESSES: You may submit comments, identified by docket number and title, by any of the following methods: Federal eRulemaking Portal: https:// www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments. Mail: Department of Defense, Office of the Assistant to the Secretary of Defense for Privacy, Civil Liberties, and Transparency, Regulatory Directorate, 4800 Mark Center Drive, Mailbox #24, Suite 08D09, Alexandria, VA 22350– 1700. Instructions: All submissions received must include the agency name, docket number and title for this Federal Register document. The general policy for comments and other submissions from members of the public is to make these submissions available for public viewing on the internet at https:// www.regulations.gov as they are received without change, including any personal identifiers or contact information. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: To request more information on this proposed information collection or to obtain a copy of the proposal and associated collection instruments, please write to Defense Health Agency, 7700 Arlington Blvd., Falls Church, VA 22042, ATTN: Amanda Grifka, 703– 681–1771. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Title; Associated Form; and OMB Number: Safety Culture, Operational reliability, Resilience/burnout, and Engagement (SCORETM) Survey; OMB Control Number 0720–SCOR. Needs and Uses: The 2001 National Defense Authorization Act addresses patient safety in military and veteran’s healthcare and requires an examination of systemic factors which lead to medical error. The SCORETM Survey, a validated commercial assessment tool for patient safety that engages all levels of staff from executive leaders to frontline teams, is a response to this legislation. Defense Health Network National Capital Region (DHN NCR) uses results from the SCORETM to meet requirements for Leapfrog, a nonprofit advocate of transparency and quality in healthcare which evaluates military PO 00000 Frm 00037 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 facilities. Furthermore, SCORETM provides the granular, customized data necessary for true culture change at echelon or process for driving cultural change with the survey results. Required post-survey debriefings drive team engagement: in 2020 and 2021 alone, DHN NCR SCORETM debriefs generated over 1,000 frontline action plans which have driven Fiscal Year 2024 year-over-year increases in improvement readiness and local leadership engagement. Additionally, since SCORETM is repeated every 12–24 months, it meets the highest-level Leapfrog requirements and have helped our largest facilities earn Leapfrog ‘‘A’’ designation. Affected Public: Federal Government, Individuals, or Households. Annual Burden Hours: 16,333. Number of Respondents: 98,000. Responses per Respondent: 1. Annual Responses: 98,000. Average Burden per Response: 10 minutes. Frequency: As required. Dated: May 15, 2024. Aaron T. Siegel, Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense. [FR Doc. 2024–11021 Filed 5–17–24; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6001–FR–P DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Office of the Secretary [Transmittal No. 22–11] Arms Sales Notification Defense Security Cooperation Agency, Department of Defense (DoD). ACTION: Arms sales notice. AGENCY: The DoD is publishing the unclassified text of an arms sales notification. SUMMARY: Neil Hedlund at neil.g.hedlund.civ@mail.mil or (703) 697–9214. 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 22–11 with attached Policy Justification and Sensitivity of Technology. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Dated: May 15, 2024. Aaron T. Siegel, Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense. BILLING CODE 6001–FR–P E:\FR\FM\20MYN1.SGM 20MYN1

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[Federal Register Volume 89, Number 98 (Monday, May 20, 2024)]
[Notices]
[Pages 43834-43836]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2024-11037]


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DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE

Office of the Secretary

[Transmittal No. 21-0M]


Arms Sales Notification

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

ACTION: Arms sales notice.

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

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Neil Hedlund at 
[email protected] or (703) 697-9214.

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 with attached Transmittal 21-
0M.

    Dated: May 15, 2024.
Aaron T. Siegel,
Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense.
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Transmittal No. 21-0M
REPORT OF ENHANCEMENT OR UPGRADE OF SENSITIVITY OF TECHNOLOGY OR 
CAPABILITY (SEC. 36(B)(5)(C), AECA)
    (i) Purchaser: Government of Egypt
    (ii) Sec. 36(b)(1), AECA Transmittal No.: #20-81
    Date: February 16, 2021
    Military Department: Navy
    Funding Source: Foreign Military Financing (FMF)
    (iii) Description: On February 16, 2021, Congress was notified by 
Congressional certification transmittal number 20-81 of the possible 
sale, under Section 36(b)(l) of the Arms Export Control Act, of up to 
one hundred sixty-eight (168) RIM-116C Rolling Airframe Missiles (RAM) 
Block 2 tactical missiles. Also included were RAM Guided Missile Round 
Pack Tri-Pack shipping and storage containers; operator manuals and 
technical documentation; U.S. Government and contractor engineering, 
technical and logistics support services; and other related elements of 
logistical and program support. The estimated total program cost was 
$197 million. Major Defense Equipment (MDE) constituted $182 million of 
this total.
    This transmittal notifies the addition of four (4) MK 49 MOD 5 RAM 
Guided Missile Launching Systems (GMLS) (MDE). The following non-MDE 
items will also be included: support equipment; sparing; U.S. 
Government and contractor technical assistance; and U.S. Government 
non-technical support. The overall MDE value will increase to $282 
million and the overall total value will increase to $347 million.
    (iv) Significance: This notification is being provided to report 
the inclusion of MDE items not previously notified. The

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inclusion of this MDE represents an increase in capability over what 
was previously notified. The Egyptian Navy will replace the RAM MK 49 
MOD 3 launchers on its Ex[hyphen]Oliver Hazard Perry (OHP) Frigates 
with these Mod 5 launchers. This potential sale will improve Egypt's 
capability to meet current and future threats and provide significantly 
enhanced area defense capabilities over Egypt's coastal areas and 
approaches to the Suez Canal.
    (v) Justification: This proposed sale will support the foreign 
policy and national security objectives of the United States by helping 
to improve the security of a Major Non-North Atlantic Treaty 
Organization Ally that continues to be an important strategic partner 
in the Middle East.
    (vi) Sensitivity of Technology: The RAM MK 49 GMLS is the launcher 
for the RAM Guided Missile Weapon System (GMWS) that was approved under 
the original 36(b)(1) notification, Transmittal No. 20-81. The RAM GMWS 
is a high fire power, dual mode, fire and forget weapon system, which 
provides ship self-defense against anti-ship missiles. The RAM MK 49 
GMLS is comprised of a 21-round launcher guide, which is capable of 
firing tactical or telemetry RAM missiles.
    The highest level of classification of defense articles, 
components, and services included in this potential sale is 
UNCLASSIFIED.
    (vii) Date Report Delivered to Congress: May 26, 2022

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