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International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR): Part 130 Changes To Reduce Reporting Burden

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Fed. RegisterAct by August 14, 2026 (public comments)
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The State Department is streamlining reporting requirements for international arms sales under Executive Order 14268, specifically reducing the burden of political contribution and fee disclosures in the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). This modernization aims to simplify compliance for defense contractors and related parties involved in foreign arms transfers. Public comments accepted until 2026-08-14.
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TypeProposed Rule
SourceFed. Register
PublishedJune 15, 2026
Comment deadlineAugust 14, 2026

In support of the policy directed in Executive Order 14268 to reduce rules and regulations involved in the development, execution, and monitoring of foreign defense sales and of arms transfer cases, the Department of State proposes to amend the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to modernize and streamline reporting on certain political contributions and fees or commissions.

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