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

Agencies: State Department — 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. — [topic:executive order+agency:epa]

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    Federal Register

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    https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/06/15/2026-12019/international-traffic-in-arms-regulations-itar-part-130-changes-to-reduce-reporting-burden
    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 contri…

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