Arms Sales Notification, 103799-103802 [2024-30322]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 244 / Thursday, December 19, 2024 / Notices (U.S.) Government and contractor engineering, technical and logistical support services; and other related elements of logistics and program support. (iv) Military Department: Air Force (JA–D–YBI) (v) Prior Related Cases, if any: JA–D– YAI, JA–D–YAK, JA–D–YAO, JA–D– YCM, JA–D–YAU, JA–D–YAX, JA–D– YBD (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: December 15, 2023 *As defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms Export Control Act. POLICY JUSTIFICATION lotter on DSK11XQN23PROD with NOTICES1 Japan—AIM–120C–8 Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAM) 18:08 Dec 18, 2024 Jkt 265001 Transmittal No. 24–03 Notice of Proposed Issuance of Letter of Offer Pursuant to Section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act Item No. vii (vii) Sensitivity of Technology: 1. The AIM–120C–8 Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missile (AMRAAM) is a supersonic, airlaunched, 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. 2. The Common Munitions Built-InTest (BIT)/Reprogramming Equipment (CMBRE) is support equipment used to interface with weapon systems to initiate and report BIT results, and upload/download flight software. CMBRE supports multiple munitions platforms with a range of applications that perform preflight checks, periodic maintenance checks, loading of Operational Flight Program (OFP) data, loading of munitions mission planning data, loading of Global Positioning System (GPS) cryptographic keys, and declassification of munitions memory. 3. The ADU–891 Adapter Group Test Set provides the physical and electrical interface between the Common Munitions Built-in-Test Reprogramming Equipment (CMBRE) and the missile. 4. The highest level of classification of defense articles, components, and PO 00000 Frm 00036 services included in this potential sale is SECRET. 5. 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. 6. A determination has been made that Japan 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. 7. All defense articles and services listed in this transmittal have been authorized for release and export to Japan. [FR Doc. 2024–30323 Filed 12–18–24; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6001–FR–P Annex The Government of Japan has requested to buy one hundred twenty (120) AIM–120C–8 Advanced MediumRange Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAM); and three (3) AIM–120C–8 guidance sections. Also included are AIM–120 Captive Air Training Missiles (CATM), missile containers, and control section spares; Common Munitions Built-inTest Reprogramming Equipment (CMBRE); ADU–891 Adapter Group Test Sets; munitions support and support equipment; spare and repair parts, consumables, and accessories, and repair and return support; contract logistics support (CLS); classified software delivery and support; classified/unclassified publications and technical documentation; studies and surveys; U.S. Government and contractor engineering, technical and logistical support services; and other related elements of logistics and program support. The estimated total cost is $224 million. This proposed sale will support the foreign policy goals and national security objectives of the U.S. by improving the security of a major ally that is a force for political stability and economic progress in the Indo-Pacific region. The proposed sale will improve Japan’s capability to meet current and future threats by defending its VerDate Sep<11>2014 homeland and U.S. personnel stationed there. The proposed sale is Japan’s Calendar Year 2023 annual purchase of AMRAAMs. Japan 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 RTX Corporation, 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 Japan. There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a result of this proposed sale. 103799 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Office of the Secretary [Transmittal No. 24–05] 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 24–05, Policy Justification, and Sensitivity of Technology. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Dated: December 16, 2024. Stephanie J. Bost, Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense. BILLING CODE 6001–FR–P E:\FR\FM\19DEN1.SGM 19DEN1 103800 Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 244 / Thursday, December 19, 2024 / Notices DEFENSE SECURITY COOPERATION AGENCY 2800 Defense Pentagon Washington.De 20301·2800 Ikcc1nbcr 15, 2023 The Honorable Mlke Johnson Speaker of the House U.S. House of Representatives H-209, The Capitol Washington, DC 20515 Dear Mr. Speaker: Pursuant to the reporting requirements of Section 36(b)(l) of the Arms Export Control Act, as amended, we are forwarding herewith Transmittal No. 24--05, concerning the Am1y's proposed Letter(s) of Offer and Acceptance to the Government of Italy for defense services estimated to cost $400 million. We will issue a news release to notify the public of this proposed sale upon delivery of this letter to your office. Sincerely. flnwua~1Jwd. t?'J~es A. Hursch Director Enclosures: 1. Transmittal 2. Policy Justification BILLING CODE 6001–FR–C Transmittal No. 24–05 lotter on DSK11XQN23PROD with NOTICES1 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 Italy (ii) Total Estimated Value: Major Defense Equipment * Other ................................... $345 million $ 55 million TOTAL ............................. $400 million VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:08 Dec 18, 2024 Jkt 265001 (iii) Description and Quantity or Quantities of Articles or Services under Consideration for Purchase: Major Defense Equipment (MDE): Twenty-one (21) M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS) One (1) M31A2 Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System Unitary (GMLRS–U) High Explosive (HE) Pods with Insensitive Munitions Propulsion System (IMPS) Non-MDE: Also included are Universal Fielding Modules; towbar toolkits and sets; PO 00000 Frm 00037 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 crypto-fill cable; AN/PRC–158 Multi-Channel Tactical Radio installation kits; Multi-Channel AN/ PRC–158 radios; RF–7800i-CU100 radio router; HARRIS installation kits for 160W high frequency (HF) radio system; HF AN/PRC–160W– HF radios; Simple Key Loader (SKL) AN/PYQ–10 (C); RF–7800i Tactical Intercom System installation kit; RF7800i Tactical Intercom System; Fire Control Panel Trainer (FCPT) hardware and software; Missile Common Test E:\FR\FM\19DEN1.SGM 19DEN1 EN19DE24.022</GPH> 3. Sensitivity of Technology Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 244 / Thursday, December 19, 2024 / Notices Device Trainer (MCTD–T), slim; Panasonic Toughbook ruggedized laptop with 30ft cables and power adapters and internal CD ROM drive; RF–7800i Tactical Intercom System training hardware; RF– 7800i and CU100 training rigs, test equipment, and Golden System for operator and maintenance training; Launcher Adapter Group (LAG) and Sling; Launcher Control Unit (LCU); Weapons Control Unit (WCU); MCTD V.4 hardware and spares; MCTD V.4 software and publications; spare parts; Maintenance Support Device (MSD) V.4; Wireless AT-Platform Test Set (WATS); guided missile organizational tool kit; Hydraulic Servicing Unit (HSU); Interactive Electronic Technical Manual (IETM) development; Direct Support (DS)/General Support (GS) tool kits; Gas Particulate Filter Unit (GPFU); Forward Repair System (FRS); Positioning Navigation Assembly (PNA) with Selective Availability Anti-Spoofing Module (SAASM) Global Positioning System/Precise Positioning Service (GPS/PPS); Common MLRS SPORT Test Program Set (CMST) hardware and software development; mobile Standard Automotive Tool Set (SATS); RF7800i Tactical Intercom System spare package; Technical Manual Unit organizational Repair Parts and Special Tools List (RPSTL); Technical Manual operator’s manual; Launch POD/ container (LP/C) trainer M68A2; GMLRS–U flight surveillance kit; and other related elements of program and logistic support. (iv) Military Department: Army (IT– B–YDQ) (v) Prior Related Cases, if any: IT–B– PSX (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: December 15, 2023 *As defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms Export Control Act. lotter on DSK11XQN23PROD with NOTICES1 POLICY JUSTIFICATION Italy—M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS) The Government of Italy has requested to buy twenty-one (21) M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS); and one (1) M31A2 Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System Unitary (GMLRS–U) High Explosive (HE) Pods VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:08 Dec 18, 2024 Jkt 265001 with Insensitive Munitions Propulsion System (IMPS). Also included are Universal Fielding Modules; towbar toolkits and sets; crypto-fill cable; AN/ PRC–158 Multi-Channel Tactical Radio installation kits; Multi-Channel AN/ PRC–158 radios; RF–7800i-CU100 radio router; HARRIS installation kits for 160W high frequency (HF) radio system; HF AN/PRC–160W–HF radios; Simple Key Loader (SKL) AN/PYQ–10 (C); RF– 7800i Tactical Intercom System installation kit; RF7800i Tactical Intercom System; Fire Control Panel Trainer (FCPT) hardware and software; Missile Common Test Device Trainer (MCTD–T), slim; Panasonic Toughbook ruggedized laptop with 30ft cables and power adapters and internal CD ROM drive; RF–7800i Tactical Intercom System training hardware; RF–7800i and CU100 training rigs, test equipment, and Golden System for operator and maintenance training; Launcher Adapter Group (LAG) and Sling; Launcher Control Unit (LCU); Weapons Control Unit (WCU); MCTD V.4 hardware and spares; MCTD V.4 software and publications; spare parts; Maintenance Support Device (MSD) V.4; Wireless AT-Platform Test Set (WATS); guided missile organizational tool kit; Hydraulic Servicing Unit (HSU); Interactive Electronic Technical Manual (IETM) development; Direct Support (DS)/General Support (GS) tool kits; Gas Particulate Filter Unit (GPFU); Forward Repair System (FRS); Positioning Navigation Assembly (PNA) with Selective Availability Anti-Spoofing Module (SAASM) Global Positioning System/Precise Positioning Service (GPS/PPS); Common MLRS SPORT Test Program Set (CMST) hardware and software development; mobile Standard Automotive Tool Set (SATS); RF7800i Tactical Intercom System spare package; Technical Manual Unit organizational Repair Parts and Special Tools List (RPSTL); Technical Manual operator’s manual; Launch POD/container (LP/C) trainer M68A2; GMLRS–U flight surveillance kit; and other related elements of program and logistic support. The estimated total program cost is $400 million. This proposed sale will support United States (U.S.) foreign policy and national security by helping to improve the security of a North Atlantic Treaty Organization Ally which is an important partner for political stability and economic progress in Europe. Italy requests these capabilities to provide for the defense of deployed troops, regional security, and interoperability with the U.S. The proposed sale will improve Italy’s capability to meet current and future PO 00000 Frm 00038 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 103801 threats and enhance its interoperability with U.S. and other allied forces. Italy 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 contractor will be Lockheed Martin, Grand Prairie, TX. There are no known offset agreements in connection with this potential sale. Implementation of this proposed sale will require the assignment of 10 U.S. Government and 10 contractor representatives annually to Italy for a period of one week. U.S. Government or contractor representatives travel to Italy will be required for program management reviews and New Equipment Training. There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a result of this proposed sale. Transmittal No. 24–05 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 M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) is a C–130transportable wheeled launcher mounted on a 5-ton Family of Medium Tactical Vehicles truck chassis. HIMARS is the modern Army-fielded version of the Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) M270 launcher and can fire all the MLRS Family of Munitions (FOM) including Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS) variants and the Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS). Utilizing the MLRS FOM, the HIMARS can engage targets between 15 and 300 kilometers with GPS-aided precision accuracy. 2. The Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS) M31A2 Unitary is the Army’s primary munition for units fielding the M142 HIMARS and M270Al Multiple Launcher Rocket System (MLRS) launchers. The M31 Unitary is a solid propellant artillery rocket that uses Global Positioning System/Precise Positioning Service (GPS/PPS)-aided inertial guidance to accurately and quickly deliver a single high-explosive blast fragmentation warhead to targets at ranges from 15–70 kilometers. The rockets are fired from a launch pod container that also serves as the storage and transportation container for the rockets. Each rocket pod holds six (6) total rockets. 3. The highest level of classification of defense articles, components, and E:\FR\FM\19DEN1.SGM 19DEN1 103802 Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 244 / Thursday, December 19, 2024 / Notices services included in this potential sale is SECRET. 4. 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. 5. A determination has been made that Italy can provide 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. 6. All defense articles and services listed in this transmittal are authorized for release and export to Italy. [FR Doc. 2024–30322 Filed 12–18–24; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6001–FR–P DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION [Docket No.: ED–2024–SCC–0145] Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request; High School Longitudinal Study of 2009 (HSLS:09)—Third Follow-Up Institute of Education Sciences (IES), Department of Education (ED). ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Department is proposing a reinstatement with change of a previously approved information collection request (ICR). DATES: Interested persons are invited to submit comments on or before February 18, 2025. ADDRESSES: To access and review all the documents related to the information collection listed in this notice, please use https://www.regulations.gov by searching the Docket ID number ED– 2024–SCC–0145. Comments submitted in response to this notice should be submitted electronically through the Federal eRulemaking Portal at https:// www.regulations.gov by selecting the Docket ID number or via postal mail, commercial delivery, or hand delivery. If the regulations.gov site is not available to the public for any reason, the Department will temporarily accept comments at ICDocketMgr@ed.gov. Please include the docket ID number and the title of the information collection request when requesting documents or submitting comments. Please note that comments submitted after the comment period will not be lotter on DSK11XQN23PROD with NOTICES1 SUMMARY: VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:08 Dec 18, 2024 Jkt 265001 accepted. Written requests for information or comments submitted by postal mail or delivery should be addressed to the Manager of the Strategic Collections and Clearance Governance and Strategy Division, U.S. Department of Education, 400 Maryland Ave. SW, LBJ, Room 4C210, Washington, DC 20202–1200. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: For specific questions related to collection activities, please contact Carrie Clarady, (202) 245–6347. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Department, in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA) (44 U.S.C. 3506(c)(2)(A)), provides the general public and Federal agencies with an opportunity to comment on proposed, revised, and continuing collections of information. This helps the Department assess the impact of its information collection requirements and minimize the public’s reporting burden. It also helps the public understand the Department’s information collection requirements and provide the requested data in the desired format. The Department is soliciting comments on the proposed information collection request (ICR) that is described below. 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. Title of Collection: High School Longitudinal Study of 2009 (HSLS:09)— Third Follow-Up. OMB Control Number: 1850–0852. Type of Review: Reinstatement with change of a previously approved ICR. Respondents/Affected Public: Individuals or Households. Total Estimated Number of Annual Responses: 11,600. Total Estimated Number of Annual Burden Hours: 1,933. Abstract: The High School Longitudinal Study of 2009 (HSLS:09) is conducted by the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), part of the Institute of Education Sciences (IES) within the U.S. Department of Education. The HSLS:09 base-year data collection took place in the 2009–10 PO 00000 Frm 00039 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 school year, with a randomly selected sample of fall-term 9th-graders in more than 900 public and private high schools with both 9th and 11th grades. This fall 2009 cohort of 9th graders has been followed over time, with follow-up interviews in spring 2012 and summerfall 2013 and a collection of administrative records (such as high school transcripts). HSLS:09 data allows researchers, educators, and policymakers to examine motivation, achievement, and persistence in STEM (as well as non-STEM) coursetaking and careers. More generally, HSLS:09 data will allow researchers from a variety of disciplines to examine issues of college entry, persistence and success, and how changes in young people’s lives and their connections with communities, schools, teachers, families, parents, and friends affect these decisions. This request is to conduct the third follow-up of the High School Longitudinal Study of 2009 (HSLS:09). This submission includes materials and justification for the HSLS:09 third follow-up and includes approximately 23,000 sample members who were in 9th grade in 2009 during the base-year data collection. Most of the data for the third follow-up will be obtained by administrative data matching. Sample members will also be invited to complete a brief web survey. In addition to supporting statements, this submission includes: a membership list of the Technical Review Panel (TRP) (appendix A); a description of the confidentiality procedures in place for the administrative record matching (appendix B); study communication materials (appendix C); and the survey instrument (appendix D). This submission covers HSLS:09 third follow-up materials and procedures required for administering a brief survey for sample members and administrative records matching. This submission is designed to adequately justify the need for and overall practical utility of the third follow-up study, presenting the plan for the data collection and providing as much detail about the measures to be used as is available at the time of this submission. For this full-scale study NCES will publish a notice in the Federal Register allowing for an initial 60-day public comment period and then an additional 30-day public comment period. E:\FR\FM\19DEN1.SGM 19DEN1

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DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE

Office of the Secretary

[Transmittal No. 24-05]


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 24-
05, Policy Justification, and Sensitivity of Technology.

    Dated: December 16, 2024.
Stephanie J. Bost,
Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense.
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BILLING CODE 6001-FR-C
Transmittal No. 24-05
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 Italy
    (ii) Total Estimated Value:

Major Defense Equipment *...............  $345 million
Other...................................  $ 55 million
                                         -------------------------------
  TOTAL.................................  $400 million
 

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

Major Defense Equipment (MDE):
    Twenty-one (21) M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems 
(HIMARS)
    One (1) M31A2 Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System Unitary (GMLRS-
U) High Explosive (HE) Pods with Insensitive Munitions Propulsion 
System (IMPS)
Non-MDE:
    Also included are Universal Fielding Modules; towbar toolkits and 
sets; crypto-fill cable; AN/PRC-158 Multi-Channel Tactical Radio 
installation kits; Multi-Channel AN/PRC-158 radios; RF-7800i-CU100 
radio router; HARRIS installation kits for 160W high frequency (HF) 
radio system; HF AN/PRC-160W-HF radios; Simple Key Loader (SKL) AN/PYQ-
10 (C); RF-7800i Tactical Intercom System installation kit; RF7800i 
Tactical Intercom System; Fire Control Panel Trainer (FCPT) hardware 
and software; Missile Common Test

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Device Trainer (MCTD-T), slim; Panasonic Toughbook ruggedized laptop 
with 30ft cables and power adapters and internal CD ROM drive; RF-7800i 
Tactical Intercom System training hardware; RF-7800i and CU100 training 
rigs, test equipment, and Golden System for operator and maintenance 
training; Launcher Adapter Group (LAG) and Sling; Launcher Control Unit 
(LCU); Weapons Control Unit (WCU); MCTD V.4 hardware and spares; MCTD 
V.4 software and publications; spare parts; Maintenance Support Device 
(MSD) V.4; Wireless AT-Platform Test Set (WATS); guided missile 
organizational tool kit; Hydraulic Servicing Unit (HSU); Interactive 
Electronic Technical Manual (IETM) development; Direct Support (DS)/
General Support (GS) tool kits; Gas Particulate Filter Unit (GPFU); 
Forward Repair System (FRS); Positioning Navigation Assembly (PNA) with 
Selective Availability Anti-Spoofing Module (SAASM) Global Positioning 
System/Precise Positioning Service (GPS/PPS); Common MLRS SPORT Test 
Program Set (CMST) hardware and software development; mobile Standard 
Automotive Tool Set (SATS); RF7800i Tactical Intercom System spare 
package; Technical Manual Unit organizational Repair Parts and Special 
Tools List (RPSTL); Technical Manual operator's manual; Launch POD/
container (LP/C) trainer M68A2; GMLRS-U flight surveillance kit; and 
other related elements of program and logistic support.

    (iv) Military Department: Army (IT-B-YDQ)
    (v) Prior Related Cases, if any: IT-B-PSX
    (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: December 15, 2023
    *As defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms Export Control Act.

POLICY JUSTIFICATION

Italy--M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS)

    The Government of Italy has requested to buy twenty-one (21) M142 
High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS); and one (1) M31A2 
Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System Unitary (GMLRS-U) High Explosive 
(HE) Pods with Insensitive Munitions Propulsion System (IMPS). Also 
included are Universal Fielding Modules; towbar toolkits and sets; 
crypto-fill cable; AN/PRC-158 Multi-Channel Tactical Radio installation 
kits; Multi-Channel AN/PRC-158 radios; RF-7800i-CU100 radio router; 
HARRIS installation kits for 160W high frequency (HF) radio system; HF 
AN/PRC-160W-HF radios; Simple Key Loader (SKL) AN/PYQ-10 (C); RF-7800i 
Tactical Intercom System installation kit; RF7800i Tactical Intercom 
System; Fire Control Panel Trainer (FCPT) hardware and software; 
Missile Common Test Device Trainer (MCTD-T), slim; Panasonic Toughbook 
ruggedized laptop with 30ft cables and power adapters and internal CD 
ROM drive; RF-7800i Tactical Intercom System training hardware; RF-
7800i and CU100 training rigs, test equipment, and Golden System for 
operator and maintenance training; Launcher Adapter Group (LAG) and 
Sling; Launcher Control Unit (LCU); Weapons Control Unit (WCU); MCTD 
V.4 hardware and spares; MCTD V.4 software and publications; spare 
parts; Maintenance Support Device (MSD) V.4; Wireless AT-Platform Test 
Set (WATS); guided missile organizational tool kit; Hydraulic Servicing 
Unit (HSU); Interactive Electronic Technical Manual (IETM) development; 
Direct Support (DS)/General Support (GS) tool kits; Gas Particulate 
Filter Unit (GPFU); Forward Repair System (FRS); Positioning Navigation 
Assembly (PNA) with Selective Availability Anti-Spoofing Module (SAASM) 
Global Positioning System/Precise Positioning Service (GPS/PPS); Common 
MLRS SPORT Test Program Set (CMST) hardware and software development; 
mobile Standard Automotive Tool Set (SATS); RF7800i Tactical Intercom 
System spare package; Technical Manual Unit organizational Repair Parts 
and Special Tools List (RPSTL); Technical Manual operator's manual; 
Launch POD/container (LP/C) trainer M68A2; GMLRS-U flight surveillance 
kit; and other related elements of program and logistic support. The 
estimated total program cost is $400 million.
    This proposed sale will support United States (U.S.) foreign policy 
and national security by helping to improve the security of a North 
Atlantic Treaty Organization Ally which is an important partner for 
political stability and economic progress in Europe. Italy requests 
these capabilities to provide for the defense of deployed troops, 
regional security, and interoperability with the U.S.
    The proposed sale will improve Italy's capability to meet current 
and future threats and enhance its interoperability with U.S. and other 
allied forces. Italy 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 contractor will be Lockheed Martin, Grand Prairie, 
TX. There are no known offset agreements in connection with this 
potential sale.
    Implementation of this proposed sale will require the assignment of 
10 U.S. Government and 10 contractor representatives annually to Italy 
for a period of one week. U.S. Government or contractor representatives 
travel to Italy will be required for program management reviews and New 
Equipment Training.
    There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a 
result of this proposed sale.
Transmittal No. 24-05
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 M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) is a C-
130-transportable wheeled launcher mounted on a 5-ton Family of Medium 
Tactical Vehicles truck chassis. HIMARS is the modern Army-fielded 
version of the Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) M270 launcher and 
can fire all the MLRS Family of Munitions (FOM) including Guided 
Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS) variants and the Army Tactical 
Missile System (ATACMS). Utilizing the MLRS FOM, the HIMARS can engage 
targets between 15 and 300 kilometers with GPS-aided precision 
accuracy.
    2. The Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS) M31A2 Unitary 
is the Army's primary munition for units fielding the M142 HIMARS and 
M270Al Multiple Launcher Rocket System (MLRS) launchers. The M31 
Unitary is a solid propellant artillery rocket that uses Global 
Positioning System/Precise Positioning Service (GPS/PPS)-aided inertial 
guidance to accurately and quickly deliver a single high-explosive 
blast fragmentation warhead to targets at ranges from 15-70 kilometers. 
The rockets are fired from a launch pod container that also serves as 
the storage and transportation container for the rockets. Each rocket 
pod holds six (6) total rockets.
    3. The highest level of classification of defense articles, 
components, and

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services included in this potential sale is SECRET.
    4. 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.
    5. A determination has been made that Italy can provide 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.
    6. All defense articles and services listed in this transmittal are 
authorized for release and export to Italy.

[FR Doc. 2024-30322 Filed 12-18-24; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 6001-FR-P


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