Arms Sales Notification, 45868-45870 [2024-11526]

Download as PDF 45868 Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 102 / Friday, May 24, 2024 / Notices (iv) Military Department: Navy (AT– P–AQT) (v) Prior Related Cases, if any: AT–P– LFT (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: June 21, 2022 * As defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms Export Control Act. POLICY JUSTIFICATION Australia—AGM–88E2 AARGM E2 Missiles ddrumheller on DSK120RN23PROD with NOTICES1 The Government of Australia has requested to buy up to fifteen (15) AGM–88E2 Advanced Anti-Radiation Guided Missile (AARGM) Guidance Sections; up to fifteen (15) AARGM Control Sections; up to fifteen (15) High Speed Anti-Radiation Missiles (HARM) Rocket Motors; up to fifteen (15) HARM Warheads; and up to fifteen (15) HARM Control Sections. Also included are AGM–88E2 AARGM All Up Round (AUR) tactical missiles; AGM–88E2 AARGM Captive Air Training Missile (CATM); HARM G-Code AUR; HARM GCode CATM; M-Code GPS receivers; containers; support and test equipment; EA–18G Growler test support; spare and repair parts; software (Classified and Unclassified); U.S. Government and contractor engineering support; and other related elements of logistical and program support. The estimated total value is $94 million. This proposed sale will support the foreign policy and national security objectives of the United States. Australia is one of our most important allies in the Western Pacific. The strategic location of this political and economic power contributes significantly to ensuring peace and economic stability in the region. It is vital to the U.S. national interest to assist our ally in developing and maintaining a strong and ready self-defense capability. The proposed sale will improve Australia’s capability to meet current and future threats by suppressing and destroying land- or sea-based radar VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:40 May 23, 2024 Jkt 262001 emitters associated with enemy air defenses. Destruction or suppression of enemy radar denies the adversary the use of air defense systems, thereby improving the survivability of its tactical aircraft. Australia will have no difficulty absorbing this equipment into its armed forces. The proposed sale of this equipment and support will not alter the basic military balance in the region. The principal contractors will be Northrop Grumman Information Systems (NGIS), Ridgecrest, CA. There are no known offset agreements proposed in connection with this potential sale. Implementation of the proposed sale will require U.S. Government and contractor representatives to visit Australia on a temporary basis in conjunction with program technical oversight and support requirements, including program and technical reviews. There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a result of this proposed sale. Transmittal No. 22–27 Annex Item No. vii (vii) Sensitivity of Technology: 1. The AGM–88E2 Advanced AntiRadiation Guided Missile (AARGM) weapon system is an air-to-ground missile intended for Suppression of Enemy Air Defenses (SEAD) and Destruction of Enemy Air Defenses (DEAD) missions. The AARGM E2 provides suppression or destruction of enemy radar and denies the enemy the use of air defense systems, thereby improving the survivability of tactical aircraft. The AGM–88E2 AARGM Captive Air Training Missiles (CATM) is used by pilots when training for SEAD/ DEAD missions. 2. The highest level of classification of defense articles, components, and services included in this potential sale is SECRET. Frm 00050 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 [FR Doc. 2024–11525 Filed 5–23–24; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6001–FR–P DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Office of the Secretary [Transmittal No. 22–22] Notice of Proposed Issuance of Letter of Offer Pursuant to Section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act PO 00000 3. If a technologically advanced adversary were to obtain knowledge of 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 Australia 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 Australia. 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 22–22 with attached Policy Justification. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Dated: May 21, 2024. Aaron T. Siegel, Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense. BILLING CODE 6001–FR–P E:\FR\FM\24MYN1.SGM 24MYN1 45869 Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 102 / Friday, May 24, 2024 / Notices DEFENSE SECURITY COOPERATION AGENCY 201 tP STREET SOUTH" SUrnt. t01 ARt..lNGTON, VA 22202~5408 June 8, 2022 The Honorable Nancy Pelosi Speaker of the House U.S. House ofRepresentatives H,;,209. The Capitol Washington,, OC 20515 Pursuant to the reporting icquirementsof Section 36(b)(1) of the Anns Export Control Act. u :amended. we arc forwarding he?e\\'ith Transmittal No.. 22~22. concerning the Navfs proposed Letter{s) of Offer and Acceptance to the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representatiw: O.ffice in the United States (TECRO) for defense articles and senices estimated to cost S120 mmion. Ailer this letter is delivered to )1.lUr office. we plan to issue a news~ to notify the BILLING CODE 6001–FR–C Other ...................................... $120 million Total ................................ $120 million ddrumheller on DSK120RN23PROD with NOTICES1 Transmittal No. 22–22 Notice of Proposed Issuance of Letter of Offer Pursuant to Section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act, as amended (i) Prospective Purchaser: Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States (TECRO) (ii) Total Estimated Value: Major Defense Equipment * .. VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:40 May 23, 2024 $ 0 million Jkt 262001 Funding Source: National Funds (iii) Description and Quantity or Quantities of Articles or Services under Consideration for Purchase: Major Defense Equipment (MDE): None Non-MDE: Unclassified spare and repair parts for ships and ship systems; logistical PO 00000 Frm 00051 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 technical assistance; U.S. Government and contractor representative technical and logistical support; and other related elements of logistical and program support. (iv) Military Department: Navy (TW– P–JWH) (v) Prior Related Cases, if any: TW–P– JWD (vi) Sales Commission, Fee, etc., Paid, Offered, or Agreed to be Paid: None E:\FR\FM\24MYN1.SGM 24MYN1 EN24MY24.003</GPH> Enclosures: 1. Tnm,mittal 2. Polity Justifieation 45870 Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 102 / Friday, May 24, 2024 / Notices (vii) Sensitivity of Technology Contained in the Defense Article or Defense Services Proposed to be Sold: None (viii) Date Report Delivered to Congress: June 8, 2022 * As defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms Export Control Act. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION [Docket No.: ED–2024–SCC–0046] Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget for Review and Approval; Comment Request; Application for the U.S. Presidential Scholars Program ddrumheller on DSK120RN23PROD with NOTICES1 POLICY JUSTIFICATION Office of Communication and Outreach (OCO), Department of Education (ED). ACTION: Notice. Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States—Ship Spare Parts and Ship System Spare Parts AGENCY: Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States (TECRO) has requested to buy unclassified spare and repair parts for ships and ship systems; logistical technical assistance; U.S. Government and contractor representative technical and logistical support; and other related elements of logistical and program support. The total estimated program cost is $120 million. This proposed sale is consistent with U.S. law and policy as expressed in Public Law 96–8. This proposed sale serves U.S. national, economic, and security interests by supporting the recipient’s continuing efforts to maintain a credible defensive capability. The proposed sale will help improve the security of the recipient and assist in maintaining political stability, military balance, and economic progress in the region. The proposed sale will contribute to the sustainment of the recipient’s surface vessel fleet, enhancing its ability to meet current and future threats. The proposed sale will contribute to the recipient’s goal of maintaining its military capability while further enhancing interoperability with the United States and other allies. The recipient will have no difficulty absorbing this equipment and support into its armed forces. The proposed sale of this equipment and support will not alter the basic military balance in the region. The equipment will be sourced from approved U.S. Navy vendors and/or U.S. Navy stock. There is no prime contractor. 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. There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a result of this proposed sale. SUMMARY: [FR Doc. 2024–11526 Filed 5–23–24; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6001–FR–P VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:40 May 23, 2024 Jkt 262001 In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Department is proposing an extension without change of a currently approved information collection request (ICR). DATES: Interested persons are invited to submit comments on or before June 24, 2024. ADDRESSES: Written comments and recommendations for proposed information collection requests should be submitted within 30 days of publication of this notice. Click on this link www.reginfo.gov/public/do/ PRAMain to access the site. Find this information collection request (ICR) by selecting ‘‘Department of Education’’ under ‘‘Currently Under Review,’’ then check the ‘‘Only Show ICR for Public Comment’’ checkbox. Reginfo.gov provides two links to view documents related to this information collection request. Information collection forms and instructions may be found by clicking on the ‘‘View Information Collection (IC) List’’ link. Supporting statements and other supporting documentation may be found by clicking on the ‘‘View Supporting Statement and Other Documents’’ link. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: For specific questions related to collection activities, please contact Simone Olson, (202) 987–0886. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Department is especially interested in public comment addressing the following issues: (1) is this collection necessary to the proper functions of the Department; (2) will this information be processed and used in a timely manner; (3) is the estimate of burden accurate; (4) how might the Department enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and (5) how might the Department minimize the burden of this collection on the respondents, including through the use of information technology. Please note that written comments received in response to this notice will be considered public records. PO 00000 Frm 00052 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 Title of Collection: Application for the U.S. Presidential Scholars Program. OMB Control Number: 1860–0504. Type of Review: Extension without change of a currently approved ICR. Respondents/Affected Public: Individuals or Households. Total Estimated Number of Annual Responses: 3,300. Total Estimated Number of Annual Burden Hours: 52,800. Abstract: The United States Presidential Scholars Program is a national recognition program to honor outstanding graduating high school seniors. Candidates are invited to apply based on academic achievements on the SAT or ACT assessments, through nomination from Chief State School Officers, other recognition program partner organizations, on artistic merits based on participation in a national talent program and achievement in career and technical education programs. This program was established by Presidential Executive Orders 11155, 12158 and 13697. Dated: May 20, 2024. Stephanie Valentine, PRA Coordinator, Strategic Collections and Clearance, Governance and Strategy Division, Office of Chief Data Officer, Office of Planning, Evaluation and Policy Development. [FR Doc. 2024–11408 Filed 5–23–24; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4000–01–P DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION [Docket No.: ED–2024–SCC–0040] Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget for Review and Approval; Comment Request; Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2024–25 Through 2026–27 National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), Department of Education (ED). ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Department is proposing a revision of a currently approved information collection request (ICR). DATES: Interested persons are invited to submit comments on or before June 24, 2024. ADDRESSES: Written comments and recommendations for proposed information collection requests should be submitted within 30 days of publication of this notice. Click on this link www.reginfo.gov/public/do/ SUMMARY: E:\FR\FM\24MYN1.SGM 24MYN1

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[Federal Register Volume 89, Number 102 (Friday, May 24, 2024)]
[Notices]
[Pages 45868-45870]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2024-11526]


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DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE

Office of the Secretary

[Transmittal No. 22-22]


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)(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 22-22 with 
attached Policy Justification.

    Dated: May 21, 2024.
Aaron T. Siegel,
Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense.
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Transmittal No. 22-22
Notice of Proposed Issuance of Letter of Offer Pursuant to Section 
36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act, as amended
    (i) Prospective Purchaser: Taipei Economic and Cultural 
Representative Office in the United States (TECRO)
    (ii) Total Estimated Value:

 
 
 
Major Defense Equipment *................  $ 0 million
Other....................................  $120 million
                                          ------------------------------
    Total................................  $120 million
 

    Funding Source: National Funds
    (iii) Description and Quantity or Quantities of Articles or 
Services under Consideration for Purchase:
    Major Defense Equipment (MDE):
    None
    Non-MDE:
    Unclassified spare and repair parts for ships and ship systems; 
logistical technical assistance; U.S. Government and contractor 
representative technical and logistical support; and other related 
elements of logistical and program support.
    (iv) Military Department: Navy (TW-P-JWH)
    (v) Prior Related Cases, if any: TW-P-JWD
    (vi) Sales Commission, Fee, etc., Paid, Offered, or Agreed to be 
Paid: None

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    (vii) Sensitivity of Technology Contained in the Defense Article or 
Defense Services Proposed to be Sold: None
    (viii) Date Report Delivered to Congress: June 8, 2022
    * As defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms Export Control Act.

POLICY JUSTIFICATION

Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United 
States--Ship Spare Parts and Ship System Spare Parts

    Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United 
States (TECRO) has requested to buy unclassified spare and repair parts 
for ships and ship systems; logistical technical assistance; U.S. 
Government and contractor representative technical and logistical 
support; and other related elements of logistical and program support. 
The total estimated program cost is $120 million.
    This proposed sale is consistent with U.S. law and policy as 
expressed in Public Law 96-8.
    This proposed sale serves U.S. national, economic, and security 
interests by supporting the recipient's continuing efforts to maintain 
a credible defensive capability. The proposed sale will help improve 
the security of the recipient and assist in maintaining political 
stability, military balance, and economic progress in the region.
    The proposed sale will contribute to the sustainment of the 
recipient's surface vessel fleet, enhancing its ability to meet current 
and future threats. The proposed sale will contribute to the 
recipient's goal of maintaining its military capability while further 
enhancing interoperability with the United States and other allies. The 
recipient will have no difficulty absorbing this equipment and support 
into its armed forces.
    The proposed sale of this equipment and support will not alter the 
basic military balance in the region.
    The equipment will be sourced from approved U.S. Navy vendors and/
or U.S. Navy stock. There is no prime contractor. 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.
    There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a 
result of this proposed sale.

[FR Doc. 2024-11526 Filed 5-23-24; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 6001-FR-P

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