87 FR 228 pgs. 73380-73383 - Bureau of Political-Military Affairs, Directorate of Defense Trade Controls: Notifications to the Congress of Proposed Commercial Export Licenses

Type: NOTICEVolume: 87Number: 228Pages: 73380 - 73383
Docket number: [Public Notice 11923]
FR document: [FR Doc. 2022-26038 Filed 11-28-22; 8:45 am]
Agency: State Department
Official PDF Version:  PDF Version
Pages: 73380, 73381, 73382, 73383

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DEPARTMENT OF STATE

[Public Notice 11923]

Bureau of Political-Military Affairs, Directorate of Defense Trade Controls: Notifications to the Congress of Proposed Commercial Export Licenses

ACTION:

Notice.

SUMMARY:

The Directorate of Defense Trade Controls and the Department of State give notice that the attached Notifications of Proposed Commercial Export Licenses were submitted to the Congress on the dates indicated.

DATES:

The dates of notification to Congress are as shown on each of the 19 letters.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:


[top] Ms. Paula C. Harrison, Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC), Department of State at (202) 663-3310; or access the DDTC website at https:// page 73381 www.pmddtc.state.gov/ddtcpublic and select "Contact DDTC," then scroll down to "Contact the DDTC Response Team" and select "Email." Please add this subject line to your message, "ATTN: Congressional Notification of Licenses."

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Section 36(f) of the Arms Export Control Act ( 22 U.S.C. 2776 ) requires that notifications to the Congress pursuant to sections 36(c) and 36(d) be published in the Federal Register in timely manner.

The following comprise recent such notifications and are published to give notice to the public.

July 6, 2022.

The Honorable Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.

Dear Madam Speaker:

Pursuant to Section 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act, please find enclosed a certification of a proposed license amendment for the export of defense articles, including technical data and defense services, in the amount of $50,000,000 or more.

The transaction contained in the attached certification involves the export of defense articles, including technical data and defense services, to Finland, Italy, Japan, the Netherlands, and Norway to support the design, development, manufacture, and testing of composite components and subassemblies for the F-35 Lightning II aircraft center fuselage.

The U.S. government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights, and arms control considerations.

More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the U.S. firm concerned.

Sincerely,

Naz Durakoglu,

Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Legislative Affairs.

Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 22-005.

July 6, 2022

The Honorable Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.

Dear Madam Speaker:

Pursuant to Section 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act, please find enclosed a certification of a proposed license amendment for the export of defense articles, including technical data and defense services, in the amount of $50,000,000 or more.

The transaction contained in the attached certification involves the export of defense articles, including technical data and defense services, to Chile, France, and the UK to support the Whole Life Support Program for the E-3D Sentry aircraft.

The U.S. government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights, and arms control considerations.

More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the U.S. firm concerned.

Sincerely,

Naz Durakoglu,

Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Legislative Affairs.

Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 22-009.

July 6, 2022

The Honorable Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.

Dear Madam Speaker:

Pursuant to Section 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act, please find enclosed a certification of a proposed license for the export of firearms, parts, and components abroad controlled under Category I of the U.S. Munitions List in the amount of $1,000,000 or more.

The transaction contained in the attached certification involves the export of 7.62mm and 5.56mm machine guns, and related spare parts and components to India.

The U.S. government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights, and arms control considerations.

More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the U.S. firm concerned.

Sincerely,

Naz Durakoglu,

Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Legislative Affairs.

Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 22-011.

July 6, 2022

The Honorable Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.

Dear Madam Speaker:

Pursuant to Section 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act, please find enclosed a certification of a proposed license for the export of defense articles, including technical data and defense services, in the amount of $100,000,000 or more.

The transaction contained in the attached certification involves the export of defense articles, including technical data and defense services, to the UK to support the design, development, manufacture, supply, testing, and integration of two High Powered Assemblies and two high power switching contactors for incorporation into an Electrical Power Management System for the Joint Strike Fighter F-35 Lightning II.

The U.S. government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights, and arms control considerations.

More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the U.S. firm concerned.

Sincerely,

Naz Durakoglu,

Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Legislative Affairs.

Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 22-022.

July 18, 2022

The Honorable Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.

Dear Madam Speaker:

Pursuant to Section 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act, please find enclosed a certification of a proposed license for the export of firearms, parts, and components abroad controlled under Category I of the U.S. Munitions List in the amount of $1,000,000 or more.

The transaction contained in the attached certification involves the export of 5.56 mm automatic rifles and sound suppressors to the UK.

The U.S. government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights, and arms control considerations.

More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the U.S. firm concerned.

Sincerely,

Naz Durakoglu,

Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Legislative Affairs.

Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 22-028.

August 1, 2022

The Honorable Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.

Dear Madam Speaker:

Pursuant to Section 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act, please find enclosed a certification of a proposed license for the export of defense articles, including technical data and defense services, in the amount of $100,000,000 or more.

The transaction contained in the attached certification involves the export of defense articles, including technical data and defense services, to Italy and UK to support the maintenance, repair, overhaul, training, base activation, and general operational support of the F135 propulsion system.

The U.S. government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights, and arms control considerations.

More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the U.S. firm concerned.

Sincerely,

Naz Durakoglu,

Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Legislative Affairs.

Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 21-069.

August 10, 2022

The Honorable Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.

Dear Madam Speaker:


[top] Pursuant to Section 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act, please find enclosed a certification of a proposed license for the export of firearms components abroad page 73382 controlled under Category I of the U.S. Munitions List in the amount of $1,000,000 or more.

The transaction contained in the attached certification involves the export to Georgia of CM5 and M5 5.56mm automatic rifles.

The U.S. government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights, and arms control considerations.

More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the U.S. firm concerned.

Sincerely,

Naz Durakoglu,

Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Legislative Affairs.

Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 21-058.

August 10, 2022

The Honorable Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.

Dear Madam Speaker:

Pursuant to Section 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act, please find enclosed a certification of a proposed license for the export of firearms, parts, and components abroad controlled under Category I of the U.S. Munitions List in the amount of $1,000,000 or more.

The transaction contained in the attached certification involves the export to Thailand of M5 5.56mm automatic rifles and suppressors.

The U.S. government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights, and arms control considerations.

More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the U.S. firm concerned.

Sincerely,

Naz Durakoglu,

Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Legislative Affairs.

Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 21-071.

August 10, 2022

The Honorable Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.

Dear Madam Speaker:

Pursuant to Section 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act, please find enclosed a certification of a proposed license for the export of defense articles, including technical data and defense services, in the amount of $100,000,000 or more.

The transaction contained in the attached certification involves the export of defense articles, including technical data and defense services, to Australia and the Republic of Korea to provide Integrated Logistical Support for the 737 AEW&C MESA Radar/IFF Subsystem.

The U.S. government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights, and arms control considerations.

More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the U.S. firm concerned.

Sincerely,

Naz Durakoglu,

Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Legislative Affairs.

Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 21-084.

August 10, 2022

The Honorable Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.

Dear Madam Speaker:

Pursuant to Section 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act, please find enclosed a certification of a proposed license for the export of defense articles, including technical data and defense services, in the amount of [] $100,000,000 or more.

The transaction contained in the attached certification involves the export of defense articles, including technical data and defense services to Australia to support the integration, installation, operation, training, testing, maintenance, and repair of radio systems.

The U.S. government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights, and arms control considerations.

More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the U.S. firm concerned.

Sincerely,

Naz Durakoglu,

Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Legislative Affairs.

Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 22-015.

August 17, 2022

The Honorable Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.

Dear Madam Speaker:

Pursuant to Section 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act, please find enclosed a certification of a proposed license for the export of defense articles, including technical data and defense services, in the amount of $100,000,000 or more.

The transaction contained in the attached certification involves the export of defense articles, including technical data and defense services, to Hungary, Norway, and the UK to support the integration, engineering, processing, assembly, operation, repair, testing and maintenance of the National Advanced Surface to Air Missile System (NASAMS).

The U.S. government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights, and arms control considerations.

More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the U.S. firm concerned.

Sincerely,

Naz Durakoglu,

Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Legislative Affairs.

Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 21-079.

August 17, 2022

The Honorable Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.

Dear Madam Speaker:

Pursuant to Section 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act, please find enclosed a certification of a proposed license for the export of defense articles, including technical data and defense services, in the amount of $100,000,000 or more.

The transaction contained in the attached certification involves the export of defense articles, including technical data and defense services, to Australia and the Republic of Korea to support the upgrades and execution of the E-737 Airborne Early Warning and Control System Compliance Upgrade Program.

The U.S. government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights, and arms control considerations.

More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the U.S. firm concerned.

Sincerely,

Naz Durakoglu,

Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Legislative Affairs.

Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 22-002.

August 17, 2022

The Honorable Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.

Dear Madam Speaker:

Pursuant to Section 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act, please find enclosed a certification of a proposed license for the export of firearms, parts, and components abroad controlled under Category I of the U.S. Munitions List in the amount of $1,000,000 or more.

The transaction contained in the attached certification involves the export of 7.62mm and 12.7mm machine guns and spare parts to Oman.

The U.S. government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights, and arms control considerations.

More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the U.S. firm concerned.

Sincerely,

Naz Durakoglu,

Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Legislative Affairs.

Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 22-007.

August 17, 2022

The Honorable Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.

Dear Madam Speaker:


[top] Pursuant to Section 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act, please find enclosed a certification of a proposed license for the export of firearms, parts, and components abroad controlled under Category I of the page 73383 U.S. Munitions List in the amount of $1,000,000 or more.

The transaction contained in the attached certification involves the export of defense articles, including technical data, and defense services, to Norway to support the integration, maintenance, and support of 503D .50 caliber gatling machinegun systems.

The U.S. government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights, and arms control considerations.

More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the U.S. firm concerned.

Sincerely,

Naz Durakoglu,

Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Legislative Affairs.

Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 22-031.

August 24, 2022

The Honorable Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.

Dear Madam Speaker:

Pursuant to Section 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act, please find enclosed a certification of a proposed license for the export of firearms abroad controlled under Category I of the U.S. Munitions List in the amount of $1,000,000 or more.

The transaction contained in the attached certification involves the export to Thailand of 9mm automatic rifles.

The U.S. government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights, and arms control considerations.

More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the U.S. firm concerned.

Sincerely,

David Bonine,

Senior Bureau Official, Bureau of Legislative Affairs.

Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 22-001.

August 25, 2022

The Honorable Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.

Dear Madam Speaker:

Pursuant to Section 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act, please find enclosed a certification of a proposed license amendment for the export of defense articles, including technical data and defense services, in the amount of $14,000,000 or more.

The transaction contained in the attached certification involves the export of defense articles, including technical data and defense services, to the UAE and the UK for sustainment of C-17A Globemaster III transport aircraft including associated spares, support equipment, and aircrew and maintenance training.

The U.S. government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights, and arms control considerations.

More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the U.S. firm concerned.

Sincerely,

David Bonine,

Senior Bureau Official, Bureau of Legislative Affairs.

Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 20-054.

August 25, 2022

The Honorable Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.

Dear Madam Speaker:

Pursuant to Section 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act, please find enclosed a certification of a proposed license for the export of firearms, parts, and components abroad controlled under Category I of the U.S. Munitions List in the amount of $1,000,000 or more.

The transaction contained in the attached certification involves the export of M4 5.56mm automatic rifles to Qatar.

The U.S. government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights, and arms control considerations.

More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the U.S. firm concerned.

Sincerely,

David Bonine,

Senior Bureau Official, Bureau of Legislative Affairs.

Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 21-064.

August 30, 2022

The Honorable Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.

Dear Madam Speaker:

Pursuant to Section 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act, please find enclosed a certification of a proposed license for the export of defense articles, including technical data and defense services, in the amount of $50,000,000 or more.

The transaction involves the transfer of defense articles, including technical data, and defense services, to Saudi Arabia, UK, Australia, and the UAE for the sale, operation, integration, and maintenance of tactical radio systems and accessories.

The U.S. government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights, and arms control considerations.

More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the U.S. firm concerned.

Sincerely,

David Bonine,

Senior Bureau Official, Bureau of Legislative Affairs.

Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 22-017.

September 15, 2022

The Honorable Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.

Dear Madam Speaker:

Pursuant to Section 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act, please find enclosed a certification of a proposed license for the export of defense articles, including technical data and defense services, in the amount of $100,000,000 or more.

The transaction contained in the attached certification involves the export of defense articles, including technical data and defense services, to Canada, Denmark, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, Norway, Poland, and the UK to support the provision of Post Design Services, Additional Initial Spares, In-Service Support Services and proposal efforts for system modifications to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization Alliance Ground Surveillance Contractor Logistics Support Program.

The U.S. government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights, and arms control considerations.

More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the U.S. firm concerned.

Sincerely,

Naz Durakoglu,

Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Legislative Affairs.

Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 22-008.

Michael F. Miller,

Deputy Assistant Secretary, Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, Department of State.

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