Arms Sales Notification, 83849-83851 [2024-24121]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 202 / Friday, October 18, 2024 / Notices companies may be breaking the law by requiring employees to sign broad nondisclosure agreements that could deter whistleblowing.21 The circular explains how, in certain circumstances, imposing sweeping nondisclosure agreements that do not clearly permit communication with law enforcement may intimidate employees from disclosing misconduct or cooperating with investigations. This could impede investigations and potentially violate Federal whistleblower protections. 3.1.5 CFPB Proposes Rule on Earned Wage Access On July 18, 2024, the CFPB proposed an interpretive rule explaining that many paycheck advance products, sometimes marketed as ‘‘earned wage’’ products, are consumer loans subject to TILA.22 The guidance would ensure that lenders understand their legal obligations to disclose the costs and fees of these credit products to workers. 4. Enforcement Actions The CFPB’s supervisory activities resulted in and supported the below enforcement actions. 4.1.1 Navient Corporation khammond on DSKJM1Z7X2PROD with NOTICES On September 12, 2024, the court entered a stipulated final judgment and order against the student loan servicer Navient for its years of failures and lawbreaking.23 The order permanently bans the company from servicing Federal Direct Loans and forbids the company from directly servicing loans issued under the Federal Family Education Loan Program (FFELP) or acquiring, with limited exceptions, any FFELP loans. These bans largely remove Navient from a market where it, among other illegal actions, steered numerous student loan borrowers into costly repayment options. Navient also illegally deprived student borrowers of opportunities to enroll in more affordable income-driven repayment programs and caused them to pay much 21 The circular is available at: https:// www.consumerfinance.gov/compliance/circulars/ consumer-financial-protection-circular-2024-04/. 22 The interpretive rule is available at: https:// www.federalregister.gov/documents/2024/07/31/ 2024-16827/truth-in-lending-regulation-zconsumer-credit-offered-to-borrowers-in-advanceof-expected-receipt-of. 23 The Proposed Order is available at: https:// www.consumerfinance.gov/enforcement/actions/ navient-corporation-navient-solutions-inc-andpioneer-credit-recovery-inc/. VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:48 Oct 17, 2024 Jkt 265001 more than they should have. Under the terms of the order, Navient paid a $20 million penalty and provided $100 million for redress for harmed borrowers. 4.1.2 TD Bank On September 11, 2024, the CFPB ordered TD Bank to pay $7.76 million to tens of thousands of victims of the bank’s illegal actions.24 For years, the bank repeatedly shared inaccurate, negative information about its customers to consumer reporting companies. The information included systemic errors about credit card delinquencies and bankruptcies. In addition to the redress, the CFPB is ordering TD Bank to pay a $20 million civil money penalty. 4.1.3 Fifth Third Bank On July 9, 2024, the CFPB took action against repeat offender Fifth Third Bank for a range of illegal activities that will result in the bank paying $20 million in penalties in addition to paying redress to approximately 35,000 harmed consumers, including about 1,000 who 24 The Consent Order is available at: https:// www.consumerfinance.gov/enforcement/actions/tdbank-na-furnishing-2024/. 25 The Consent Orders are available at: https:// www.consumerfinance.gov/enforcement/actions/ fay-servicing-llc-2024/. PO 00000 had their cars repossessed.26 Specifically, the CFPB has ordered Fifth Third Bank to pay a $5 million penalty for forcing vehicle insurance onto borrowers who had coverage. The CFPB also filed a proposed court order that would require Fifth Third Bank to pay a $15 million penalty for opening fake accounts in the names of its customers.27 The proposed court order bans Fifth Third Bank from setting employee sales goals that incentivize fraudulently opening accounts. Rohit Chopra, Director, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. [FR Doc. 2024–24093 Filed 10–17–24; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4810–AM–P Fay Servicing, LLC On August 21, 2024, the CFPB ordered Fay Servicing to pay a $2 million penalty for violations of mortgage servicing laws, as well as for violations of a 2017 agency order that addressed its illegal foreclosure practices.25 The company failed to implement the order’s requirements and continued to break the law. Fay Servicing took prohibited foreclosure actions against borrowers requesting mortgage assistance, failed to offer borrowers mortgage assistance options available to them, and overcharged for private mortgage insurance. In addition to the civil money penalty, the CFPB’s order requires Fay Servicing to pay consumer redress of $3 million and to invest $2 million to update its servicing technology and compliance management systems. The order also puts compensation limits on Edward Fay, the company’s Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, if Mr. Fay does not take actions necessary to ensure compliance with the order. 4.1.4 83849 Frm 00024 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Office of the Secretary [Transmittal No. 23–33] 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: 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 23–33, Policy Justification, and Sensitivity of Technology. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Dated: October 15, 2024. Aaron T. Siegel, Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense. 26 The Consent Order is available at: https:// www.consumerfinance.gov/enforcement/actions/ fifth-third-bank-na-fpi-2024/. 27 The Opinion and Order is available at: https:// www.consumerfinance.gov/enforcement/actions/ fifth-third-bank-national-association/. E:\FR\FM\18OCN1.SGM 18OCN1 83850 Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 202 / Friday, October 18, 2024 / Notices DEFENSE SECURITY COOPERATION. AGENCY aoo.DefaaPeAtaa- wasl'ttngfQ11,PC 20301•2800 July7,,2023 • ~ Honomble Kevin McCarlhy Speaker of the Hou.se U.S. House ofRepresentatives H..209. The Capitol Washingto~ DC 20515 Deir· Mr. ~er: Pursuant to the reporting requirements of Section 36(b)(l) ofthe Arms• Bxport Control Act; s amended, we are forwarding herewith Transmittal No. 23~33, eonceming the Air Force's proposed Letter(s}ofOffer and Accepmo:ce to the Government of Sweden fur defense articles and sen1ces est:itnated to cost $605 •million. We will issue a ile\\-s·te1ease to notify· the public of this proposed sale upon delivery of this letter toy our office. Sincerely, ·~·.o.-~. ,;::::rmch Director Transmittal No. 23–33 khammond on DSKJM1Z7X2PROD with NOTICES 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 Sweden (ii) Total Estimated Value: Major Defense Equipment * Other ................................... $530 million $75 million Total ................................. $605 million VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:48 Oct 17, 2024 Jkt 265001 (iii) Description and Quantity or Quantities of Articles or Services under Consideration for Purchase: Major Defense Equipment (MDE): Up to two hundred fifty (250) AIM– 120C–8 Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air-Missiles (AMRAAM) Up to six (6) AMRAAM C–8 Guidance Sections Non-MDE: Also included are spare AIM–120 control sections and containers; AMRAAM Test Set (ATS) telemetry kits; PO 00000 Frm 00025 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 encryption devices; munitions support and support equipment; classified software delivery and support; spare parts, consumables, and accessories; repair and return support; transportation support; classified publications and technical documentation; studies and surveys; U.S. Government and contractor technical, engineering, and logistics support services; and other related elements of logistical and program support. E:\FR\FM\18OCN1.SGM 18OCN1 EN18OC24.000</GPH> Enclosures: l. . Transmittal 2 Polley Jwmficatioii . . 3. •Sensitivity of Technology· khammond on DSKJM1Z7X2PROD with NOTICES Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 202 / Friday, October 18, 2024 / Notices 83851 (iv) Military Department: Air Force (SW–D–YAA) (v) Prior Related Cases, if any: None (vi) Sales Commission, Fee, etc., Paid, Offered, or Agreed to be Paid: None known at this time (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: July 7, 2023 * As defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms Export Control Act. Implementation of this proposed sale will not require the assignment of any additional U.S. Government or contractor representatives to Sweden. There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a result of this proposed sale. Annex Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness (OUSD(P&R)), Department of Defense (DoD). ACTION: 30-Day information collection notice. POLICY JUSTIFICATION Item No. vii SUMMARY: Government of Sweden—AIM–120C–8 Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missile (AMRAAM) (vii) Sensitivity of Technology: 1. The AIM–120C–8 Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missile (AMRAAM) is a supersonic, air launched, aerial intercept guided missile featuring digital technology and micro-miniature solid-state electronics. AMRAAM capabilities include lookdown/shoot-down, multiple launches against multiple targets, resistance to electronic countermeasures, and interception of high-and low-flying and maneuvering targets. This potential sale will include AMRAAM guidance section and control section spares as well as telemetry test kits. 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 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 Sweden 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 Sweden. The Government of Sweden has requested to buy up to two hundred fifty (250) AIM–120C–8 Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAM); and up to six (6) AMRAAM C–8 Guidance Sections. Also included are spare AIM–120 control sections and containers; AMRAAM Test Set (ATS) telemetry kits; encryption devices; munitions support and support equipment; classified software delivery and support; spare parts, consumables, and accessories; repair and return support; transportation support; classified publications and technical documentation; studies and surveys; U.S. Government and contractor technical, engineering and logistics support services; and other related elements of logistical and program support. The estimated total cost is $605 million. This proposed sale will support the foreign policy goals and national security objectives of the United States by improving the security of a partner country that is a force for political stability and economic progress in Europe. The proposed sale will improve Sweden’s capability to meet and deter current and future threats in the region by ensuring Sweden has modern, capable air-to-air munitions. This sale will further advance the already high level of Swedish Air Force interoperability with U.S. joint forces and other regional and NATO forces. Sweden will have no difficulty absorbing these articles and services 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 and Defense, Tucson, AZ. There are no known offset agreements proposed in connection with this potential sale. VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:48 Oct 17, 2024 Jkt 265001 Notice of Proposed Issuance of Letter of Offer Pursuant to Section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act [FR Doc. 2024–24121 Filed 10–17–24; 8:45 am] PO 00000 Frm 00026 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 Office of the Secretary [Docket ID: DoD–2024–OS–0007] Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request AGENCY: Transmittal No. 23–33 BILLING CODE 6001–FR–P DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE The DoD has submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for clearance the following proposal for collection of information under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act. DATES: Consideration will be given to all comments received by November 18, 2024. Written comments and recommendations for the proposed information collection should be sent within 30 days of publication of this notice to www.reginfo.gov/public/do/ PRAMain. Find this particular information collection by selecting ‘‘Currently under 30-day Review—Open for Public Comments’’ or by using the search function. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Reginald Lucas, (571) 372–7574, whs.mc-alex.esd.mbx.dd-dodinformation-collections@mail.mil. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Title; Associated Form; and OMB Number: Climate Literacy Pulse Check; OMB Control Number 0704–CLPC. Type of Request: New. Number of Respondents: 12,000. Responses per Respondent: 1. Annual Responses: 12,000. Average Burden per Response: 10 minutes. Annual Burden Hours: 2,000. Needs and Uses: Climate change is one of many threat multipliers to national security, which adds complexity to Department of Defense (DoD) decisions. It is a priority of the DoD to ensure that support to the department’s missions takes climate considerations into account, especially how the adverse impacts of a changing climate can complicate and impede DoD missions. 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[Federal Register Volume 89, Number 202 (Friday, October 18, 2024)]
[Notices]
[Pages 83849-83851]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2024-24121]


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DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE

Office of the Secretary

[Transmittal No. 23-33]


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-
33, Policy Justification, and Sensitivity of Technology.

    Dated: October 15, 2024.
Aaron T. Siegel,
Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense.

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Transmittal No. 23-33
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 Sweden
    (ii) Total Estimated Value:

Major Defense Equipment *...............  $530 million
Other...................................  $75 million
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  Total.................................  $605 million
 

    (iii) Description and Quantity or Quantities of Articles or 
Services under Consideration for Purchase:

Major Defense Equipment (MDE):
    Up to two hundred fifty (250) AIM-120C-8 Advanced Medium Range Air-
to-Air-Missiles (AMRAAM)
    Up to six (6) AMRAAM C-8 Guidance Sections
Non-MDE:
    Also included are spare AIM-120 control sections and containers; 
AMRAAM Test Set (ATS) telemetry kits; encryption devices; munitions 
support and support equipment; classified software delivery and 
support; spare parts, consumables, and accessories; repair and return 
support; transportation support; classified publications and technical 
documentation; studies and surveys; U.S. Government and contractor 
technical, engineering, and logistics support services; and other 
related elements of logistical and program support.


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    (iv) Military Department: Air Force (SW-D-YAA)
    (v) Prior Related Cases, if any: None
    (vi) Sales Commission, Fee, etc., Paid, Offered, or Agreed to be 
Paid: None known at this time
    (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: July 7, 2023

    * As defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms Export Control Act.
POLICY JUSTIFICATION
Government of Sweden--AIM-120C-8 Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air 
Missile (AMRAAM)
    The Government of Sweden has requested to buy up to two hundred 
fifty (250) AIM-120C-8 Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missiles 
(AMRAAM); and up to six (6) AMRAAM C-8 Guidance Sections. Also included 
are spare AIM-120 control sections and containers; AMRAAM Test Set 
(ATS) telemetry kits; encryption devices; munitions support and support 
equipment; classified software delivery and support; spare parts, 
consumables, and accessories; repair and return support; transportation 
support; classified publications and technical documentation; studies 
and surveys; U.S. Government and contractor technical, engineering and 
logistics support services; and other related elements of logistical 
and program support. The estimated total cost is $605 million.
    This proposed sale will support the foreign policy goals and 
national security objectives of the United States by improving the 
security of a partner country that is a force for political stability 
and economic progress in Europe.
    The proposed sale will improve Sweden's capability to meet and 
deter current and future threats in the region by ensuring Sweden has 
modern, capable air-to-air munitions. This sale will further advance 
the already high level of Swedish Air Force interoperability with U.S. 
joint forces and other regional and NATO forces. Sweden will have no 
difficulty absorbing these articles and services 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 and 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 Sweden.
    There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a 
result of this proposed sale.
Transmittal No. 23-33
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. The AIM-120C-8 Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missile (AMRAAM) 
is a supersonic, air launched, aerial intercept guided missile 
featuring digital technology and micro-miniature solid-state 
electronics. AMRAAM capabilities include look-down/shoot-down, multiple 
launches against multiple targets, resistance to electronic 
countermeasures, and interception of high-and low-flying and 
maneuvering targets. This potential sale will include AMRAAM guidance 
section and control section spares as well as telemetry test kits.
    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 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 Sweden 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 
Sweden.

[FR Doc. 2024-24121 Filed 10-17-24; 8:45 am]
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