Notice2026-06630
60-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: Brokering Prior Approval (License)
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Published
April 6, 2026
Issuing agencies
State Department
Abstract
The Department of State is seeking Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval for the information collection described below. In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, we are requesting comments on this collection from all interested individuals and organizations. The purpose of this notice is to allow 60 days for public comment preceding submission of the collection to OMB.
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[Federal Register Volume 91, Number 65 (Monday, April 6, 2026)]
[Notices]
[Page 17323]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [<a href="http://www.gpo.gov">www.gpo.gov</a>]
[FR Doc No: 2026-06630]
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DEPARTMENT OF STATE
[Public Notice 12984]
60-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: Brokering Prior
Approval (License)
ACTION: Notice of request for public comment.
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SUMMARY: The Department of State is seeking Office of Management and
Budget (OMB) approval for the information collection described below.
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, we are
requesting comments on this collection from all interested individuals
and organizations. The purpose of this notice is to allow 60 days for
public comment preceding submission of the collection to OMB.
DATES: The Department will accept comments from the public up to June
5, 2026.
ADDRESSES: You may submit comments by any of the following methods:
<bullet> Web: Persons with access to the internet may comment on
this notice by going to <a href="http://www.Regulations.gov">www.Regulations.gov</a>. You can search for the
document by entering ``Docket Number: DOS-2026-0398'' in the Search
field. Then click the ``Comment Now'' button and complete the comment
form.
<bullet> Email: <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#0a4e4e5e495a7f68666369496567676f647e794a797e6b7e6f246d657c"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="41050515021134232d2822022e2c2c242f35320132352035246f262e37">[email protected]</span></a>.
<bullet> Regular Mail: Send written comments to: Directorate of
Defense Trade Controls, Attn: Andrea Battista, 2401 E St. NW, Suite H-
1205, Washington, DC 20522-0112.
You must include the DS form number (if applicable), information
collection title, and the OMB control number in any correspondence.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Direct requests for additional information regarding the collection
listed in this notice, including requests for copies of the proposed
collection instrument and supporting documents, to Andrea Battista, who
may be reached at <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#12507366667b616673535e5261667366773c757d64"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="6e2c0f1a1a071d1a0f2f222e1d1a0f1a0b40090118">[email protected]</span></a> or 202-992-0973.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
<bullet> Title of Information Collection: Brokering Prior Approval.
<bullet> OMB Control Number: 1405-0142.
<bullet> Type of Request: Extension of a Currently Approved
Collection.
<bullet> Originating Office: Directorate of Defense Trade Controls
(DDTC).
<bullet> Form Number: DS-4294.
<bullet> Respondents: Respondents are U.S. and foreign persons who
wish to engage in International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)-
controlled brokering of defense articles and defense services.
<bullet> Estimated Number of Respondents: 170.
<bullet> Estimated Number of Responses: 170.
<bullet> Average Time per Response: 2 hours.
<bullet> Total Estimated Burden Time: 340 hours.
<bullet> Frequency: On Occasion.
<bullet> Obligation to Respond: Required to Obtain Benefit.
We are soliciting public comments to permit the Department to:
<bullet> Evaluate whether the proposed information collection is
necessary for the proper functions of the Department.
<bullet> Evaluate the accuracy of our estimate of the time and cost
burden for this proposed collection, including the validity of the
methodology and assumptions used.
<bullet> Enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the
information to be collected.
<bullet> Minimize the reporting burden on those who are to respond,
including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of
information technology.
Please note that comments submitted in response to this Notice are
public record. Before including any detailed personal information, you
should be aware that your comments as submitted, including your
personal information, will be available for public review.
Abstract of Proposed Collection
In accordance with part 129 of the International Traffic in Arms
Regulations (ITAR), U.S. and foreign persons who wish to engage in
ITAR-controlled brokering activity of defense articles and defense
services must first register with DDTC. Brokers must then submit a
written request for approval to DDTC and must receive DDTC's consent
prior to engaging in such activities unless exempted. This information
is currently used in the review of the brokering request submitted for
approval and to ensure compliance with defense trade statutes and
regulations. It is also used to monitor and control the transfer of
sensitive U.S. technology.
Methodology
Applicants may submit a Brokering Prior Approval Request
electronically via DDTC's Defense Export Control and Compliance System
(DECCS), using the DS-4294.
Michael J. Vaccaro,
Deputy Assistant Secretary for Defense Trade Controls, U.S. Department
of State.
[FR Doc. 2026-06630 Filed 4-3-26; 8:45 am]
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