Arms Sales Notification, 76095-76097 [2024-21052]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 180 / Tuesday, September 17, 2024 / Notices ddrumheller on DSK120RN23PROD with NOTICES1 cluster munitions statute and policy. The AW carries a 200-pound fragmentation assembly filled with high explosives which, upon detonation, accelerates two layers of preformed tungsten penetrators toward a target location. This provides an effective capability against imprecisely located targets over a wide area without the risk of leaving behind the unexploded ordinance associated with legacy cluster munitions. The GMLRS–AW is a material change to the GMLRS–U, but the two systems share a greater than 90% commonality. 4. The M57 Army Tactical Missile Systems (ATACMS)—Unitary is a conventional, semi-ballistic missile which utilizes a 500-pound high explosive warhead which can be fired from the HIMARS. ATACMS is a guided by GPS-aided inertial navigation systems to provide precise targeting over ranges of up to 270km. 5. The highest level of classification of defense articles, components, and services included in this potential sale is SECRET. 6. If a technologically advanced adversary were to obtain knowledge of the specific hardware and software VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:12 Sep 16, 2024 Jkt 262001 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. 7. A determination has been made that Morocco 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. 8. All defense articles and services listed in this transmittal are authorized for release and export to the Government of Morocco. [FR Doc. 2024–21053 Filed 9–16–24; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6001–FR–P ACTION: Arms sales notice. The DoD is publishing the unclassified text of an arms sales notification. SUMMARY: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Pamela Young at (703) 953–6092, pamela.a.young14.civ@mail.mil, or dsca.ncr.rsrcmgmt.list.cns-mbx@ mail.mil. 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 with attached Transmittal 23–04, Policy Justification, and Sensitivity of Technology. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Dated: September 11, 2024. Aaron T. Siegel, Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense. DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Office of the Secretary [Transmittal No. 23–04] BILLING CODE 6001–FR–P Arms Sales Notification Defense Security Cooperation Agency, Department of Defense (DoD). AGENCY: PO 00000 Frm 00031 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 76095 E:\FR\FM\17SEN1.SGM 17SEN1 76096 Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 180 / Tuesday, September 17, 2024 / Notices DEFENSE SECURITY COOPERATION AGENCY 2800 DefenH Pentagon Waehington,DC 20301•2800 MAR2 9 2023 The Hono.rable Kevin Mccarthy· Speaker of the House U$. House of Representatives H~209, The Capitol Washington, DC 20515 Dear Mr.. Speaker: Pursuant to the·reportmg requirements of Section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Export· Control Act. as amend~ We are forwarding herewith Transmittal No. 23;.-04, concerning the Na,,y~s proposed Lettei(s) ofOffer and Acceptance to the Government of Kuwait for defen..~ articles and services estimated to cosf$S9.1 million.. We will issue a news release to notify the public of this proposed we upon delivery·ot this letter to.your office. Sincerely, l=:!~ ·Director BILLING CODE 6001–FR–C ddrumheller on DSK120RN23PROD with NOTICES1 Transmittal No. 23–04 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: Government of Kuwait (ii) Total Estimated Value: Major Defense Equipment * Other ................................... $ 0 million $59.1 million TOTAL ................................ $59.1 million Funding Source: National Funds (iii) Description and Quantity or Quantities of Articles or Services Under Consideration for Purchase: Foreign VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:12 Sep 16, 2024 Jkt 262001 Military Sales (FMS) case KU–P–PAK, was below congressional notification threshold at $48.2 million (all nonMDE) and included Cartridge Actuated Device/Propellant Actuated Device (CAD/PAD) items and support for Calendar Years 2025–2026 (CY25– CY26). Major Defense Equipment (MDE): None Non-MDE: The Government of Kuwait has requested the case be amended to include additional CAD/PAD items and support for the Hornet, Super Hornet and KC–130 aircraft fleet. This amendment will push the PO 00000 Frm 00032 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 current case above the non-MDE notification threshold and thus requires notification of the entire case. CAD/PAD items and support; engineering, technical, and program support; and other related elements of logistics. (iv) Military Department: Navy (KU– P–PAK) (v) Prior Related Cases, if any: KU–P– PAG, KU–P–PAH (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 E:\FR\FM\17SEN1.SGM 17SEN1 EN17SE24.036</GPH> Enclosures: l. Transmittal 2. Policy Justification . 3.. Sensitivity of Technology 4. Regional Balance(Classified document provided under separate cover) Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 180 / Tuesday, September 17, 2024 / Notices (viii) Date Report Delivered to Congress: March 29, 2023 * As defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms Export Control Act. POLICY JUSTIFICATION Kuwait—Cartridge Actuated Device/ Propellant Actuated Devices (CAD/PAD) and Support ddrumheller on DSK120RN23PROD with NOTICES1 The Government of Kuwait has requested to buy additional Cartridge Actuated Device/Propellant Actuated Devices (CAD/PAD) and support that will be added to a previously implemented case that was under Congressional notification threshold. The original FMS case, valued at $48.2 million, included CAD/PAD items and support for Calendar Years 2025–2026 (CY25–CY26). This notification is for CAD/PAD items and support of Kuwait’s F/A–18 and KC–130/J aircraft fleet. Also included is engineering, technical, and program support and other related elements of logistics and program support. The total estimated cost is $59.1 million. 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-NATO ally that has been an important force for political stability and economic progress in the Middle East. The proposed sale will provide Kuwait with the equipment and sustainment support necessary to maintain its air defense capacity to defend its territorial integrity and to meet its national defense requirements. Kuwait 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 are currently unknown, as there will be competitive contract solicitations after FMS case implementation. There are no known offset agreements proposed in connection with this potential sale. Implementation of this sale will not require the assignment of any U.S. Government or contractor representatives to Kuwait. There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a result of this proposed sale. Transmittal No. 23–04 Notice of Proposed Issuance of Letter of Offer Pursuant to Section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act Annex Item No. vii (vii) Sensitivity of Technology: VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:12 Sep 16, 2024 Jkt 262001 1. Cartridge Actuated Device/ Propellant Actuated Device (CAD/PADs) are the explosive devices installed within the aircraft escape and safety systems to save lives during emergencies. CAD/PAD are also used to power the aircraft systems that deploy weapons and jettison equipment. 2. The highest level of classification of defense articles, components, and services included in this potential sale is UNCLASSIFIED. 3. If a technologically advanced adversary were to obtain knowledge of the hardware and software elements, the information could be used to develop countermeasures or equivalent systems which might reduce system effectiveness or be used in the development of a system with similar or advanced capabilities. 4. A determination has been made that the Government of Kuwait 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 are authorized for release and export to the Government of Kuwait. [FR Doc. 2024–21052 Filed 9–16–24; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6001–FR–P DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Office of the Secretary [Docket ID: DoD–2024–OS–0098] Proposed Collection; Comment Request Office of the Assistant to the Secretary of Defense for Privacy, Civil Liberties, and Transparency (ATSD(PCLT)), Department of Defense (DoD). ACTION: 60-Day information collection notice. AGENCY: In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the Office of the ATSD(PCLT) 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 practical utility; the accuracy of the agency’s estimate of the burden of the proposed information collection; ways to enhance the quality, utility, and SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00033 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 76097 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 November 18, 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 05F16, 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 Privacy and Civil Liberties Directorate, 4800 Mark Center Drive, Suite 05F16, Alexandria, VA 22350–1700, Samuel Gotti, 571–629– 2648. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Title; Associated Form; and OMB Number: Request for Individual Access and Consent for Disclosure to Records Protected Under the Privacy Act; DD Forms 3213 and 3214; OMB Control Number 0704–CASE. Needs and Uses: This information collection requirement is necessary to allow an individual to request access to their records or to provide prior written consent authorizing disclosure of such records. Affected Public: Current and former DoD employees and their authorized dependents. Annual Burden Hours: 45,000. Number of Respondents: 30,000. Responses per Respondent: 2. Annual Responses: 60,000. Average Burden per Response: 45 Minutes. Frequency: On occasion, when the subject of the record interacts with their E:\FR\FM\17SEN1.SGM 17SEN1

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[Federal Register Volume 89, Number 180 (Tuesday, September 17, 2024)]
[Notices]
[Pages 76095-76097]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2024-21052]


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DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE

Office of the Secretary

[Transmittal No. 23-04]


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: Pamela Young at (703) 953-6092, 
[email protected], or [email protected].

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 with attached Transmittal 23-
04, Policy Justification, and Sensitivity of Technology.

    Dated: September 11, 2024.
Aaron T. Siegel,
Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense.
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Transmittal No. 23-04
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: Government of Kuwait
    (ii) Total Estimated Value:

Major Defense Equipment *...............  $ 0 million
Other...................................  $59.1 million
                                         -------------------------------
TOTAL...................................  $59.1 million
 

    Funding Source: National Funds
    (iii) Description and Quantity or Quantities of Articles or 
Services Under Consideration for Purchase: Foreign Military Sales (FMS) 
case KU-P-PAK, was below congressional notification threshold at $48.2 
million (all non-MDE) and included Cartridge Actuated Device/Propellant 
Actuated Device (CAD/PAD) items and support for Calendar Years 2025-
2026 (CY25-CY26).

Major Defense Equipment (MDE):
    None
Non-MDE:
    The Government of Kuwait has requested the case be amended to 
include additional CAD/PAD items and support for the Hornet, Super 
Hornet and KC-130 aircraft fleet. This amendment will push the current 
case above the non-MDE notification threshold and thus requires 
notification of the entire case. CAD/PAD items and support; 
engineering, technical, and program support; and other related elements 
of logistics.

    (iv) Military Department: Navy (KU-P-PAK)
    (v) Prior Related Cases, if any: KU-P-PAG, KU-P-PAH
    (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

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    (viii) Date Report Delivered to Congress: March 29, 2023
    * As defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms Export Control Act.

POLICY JUSTIFICATION

Kuwait--Cartridge Actuated Device/Propellant Actuated Devices (CAD/PAD) 
and Support

    The Government of Kuwait has requested to buy additional Cartridge 
Actuated Device/Propellant Actuated Devices (CAD/PAD) and support that 
will be added to a previously implemented case that was under 
Congressional notification threshold. The original FMS case, valued at 
$48.2 million, included CAD/PAD items and support for Calendar Years 
2025-2026 (CY25-CY26). This notification is for CAD/PAD items and 
support of Kuwait's F/A-18 and KC-130/J aircraft fleet. Also included 
is engineering, technical, and program support and other related 
elements of logistics and program support. The total estimated cost is 
$59.1 million.
    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-NATO ally that has been an important force for 
political stability and economic progress in the Middle East.
    The proposed sale will provide Kuwait with the equipment and 
sustainment support necessary to maintain its air defense capacity to 
defend its territorial integrity and to meet its national defense 
requirements. Kuwait 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 are currently unknown, as there will be 
competitive contract solicitations after FMS case implementation. There 
are no known offset agreements proposed in connection with this 
potential sale.
    Implementation of this sale will not require the assignment of any 
U.S. Government or contractor representatives to Kuwait.
    There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a 
result of this proposed sale.
Transmittal No. 23-04
Notice of Proposed Issuance of Letter of Offer Pursuant to Section 
36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act
Annex
Item No. vii
    (vii) Sensitivity of Technology:
    1. Cartridge Actuated Device/Propellant Actuated Device (CAD/PADs) 
are the explosive devices installed within the aircraft escape and 
safety systems to save lives during emergencies. CAD/PAD are also used 
to power the aircraft systems that deploy weapons and jettison 
equipment.
    2. The highest level of classification of defense articles, 
components, and services included in this potential sale is 
UNCLASSIFIED.
    3. If a technologically advanced adversary were to obtain knowledge 
of the hardware and software elements, the information could be used to 
develop countermeasures or equivalent systems which might reduce system 
effectiveness or be used in the development of a system with similar or 
advanced capabilities.
    4. A determination has been made that the Government of Kuwait 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 are 
authorized for release and export to the Government of Kuwait.

[FR Doc. 2024-21052 Filed 9-16-24; 8:45 am]
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