30-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: Application for Permanent/Temporary Export or Temporary Import of Classified Defense Articles and Classified Technical Data

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The Department of State has submitted the information collection described below to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval. 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 30 days for public comment.

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[Federal Register Volume 91, Number 167 (Monday, August 31, 2026)]
[Notices]
[Pages 55966-55967]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [<a href="http://www.gpo.gov">www.gpo.gov</a>]
[FR Doc No: 2026-17748]


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DEPARTMENT OF STATE

[Public Notice 13112]


30-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: Application for 
Permanent/Temporary Export or Temporary Import of Classified Defense 
Articles and Classified Technical Data

ACTION: Notice of request for public comment and submission to OMB of 
proposed collection of information.

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SUMMARY: The Department of State has submitted the information 
collection described below to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) 
for approval. 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 
30 days for public comment.

DATES: Submit comments up to September 30, 2026.

ADDRESSES: Written comments and recommendations for the proposed 
information collection should be sent within 30 days of publication of 
this notice to <a href="http://www.reginfo.gov/public/do/PRAMain">www.reginfo.gov/public/do/PRAMain</a>. Find this particular 
information collection by selecting ``Currently under 30-day Review--
Open for Public Comments'' or by using the search function.

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 Tonya Bush, SA-1, 12th Floor, Directorate of 
Defense Trade Controls, Bureau of Political Military Affairs, U.S. 
Department of State, Washington, DC 20522-0112, via phone at 202-992-
0058, or via email at <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#cfadbabca7bba38fbcbbaebbaae1a8a0b9"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="1072656378647c5063647164753e777f66">[email&#160;protected]</span></a>.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 
    <bullet> Title of Information Collection: Application for 
Permanent/Temporary Export or Temporary Import of Classified Defense 
Articles and Classified Technical Data.
    <bullet> OMB Control Number: 1405-0022.
    <bullet> Type of Request: Revision of a Currently Approved 
Collection.
    <bullet> Originating Office: Bureau of Political-Military Affairs, 
Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, PM/DDTC.
    <bullet> Form Number: DSP-85.
    <bullet> Respondents: Business, Nonprofit Organizations, and 
Individuals.
    <bullet> Estimated Number of Respondents: 280.
    <bullet> Estimated Number of Responses: 280.
    <bullet> Average Time per Response: 30 minutes.
    <bullet> Total Estimated Burden Time: 140 hours.
    <bullet> Frequency: On occasion.
    <bullet> Obligation to Respond: Required to Obtain or Retain a 
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 123 of the International Traffic in Arms 
Regulations (ITAR), any person who intends to permanently export, 
temporarily export, or temporarily import classified defense articles, 
including classified technical data must first obtain Directorate of 
Defense Trade Controls authorization. The ``Application for Permanent/
Temporary Export or Temporary Import of Classified Defense Articles and 
Classified Technical Data'' (Form DSP-85) is used to obtain permission 
for the permanent export, temporary export, or temporary import of 
classified defense articles, including classified technical data, 
covered by the U.S. Munitions List (USML). This form is an application 
that, when completed and approved by the Bureau of Political Military 
Affairs, Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (PM/DDTC), Department of 
State, constitutes the official record and authorization for all 
classified commercial defense trade transactions, pursuant to the Arms 
Export Control Act and the ITAR.

Methodology

    This information collection may be sent to the Directorate of 
Defense Trade Controls via the following methods: electronically or 
mail.

Response to Comments

    The Department published a 60-day notice on May 28, 2026. 91 FR 
31817. Several public comments were received, most of which addressed 
matters outside the scope of this action or were submitted in error; 
therefore, the Department is not providing responses to those comments. 
One public commenter recommended methods for the Department to improve 
both efficiency and transparency for applicants. The Department 
appreciates the commenter's support for the continuation of this 
information collection and the constructive recommendations regarding 
burden estimation, electronic processing, applicant guidance, 
transparency, and the reuse of previously submitted information.
    With respect to the estimated 30-minute burden per response, the 
Department recognizes that the time required to complete an information 
collection may vary depending on the complexity of the submission and 
the extent to which supporting information or documentation must be 
gathered. The burden estimate reflects the Department's current 
assessment of the time reasonably necessary to complete the collection 
instrument itself. The Department will continue to evaluate the burden 
associated with the collection, including the extent to which 
applicants may need to obtain, review, or verify information before 
completing a submission.
    The Department also appreciates the commenter's recommendation to 
further expand electronic submission capabilities. The Department 
continues to evaluate opportunities to improve electronic processing, 
including automated validation, standardized data entry, secure 
document submission, application status information, and electronic 
notifications.
    The Department agrees that clear and accessible public guidance can 
help applicants submit complete and accurate information and thereby 
reduce avoidable processing delays. The Department will continue to 
assess opportunities to improve instructions, clarify frequently 
misunderstood requirements, provide examples of common submission 
errors, and update

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publicly available guidance and frequently asked questions as 
appropriate. The Department also appreciates the suggestion to provide 
additional performance information, such as processing times and common 
deficiencies. The Department will continue to review when information 
can be made available in a manner that improves transparency and 
assists applicants while protecting sensitive information and 
accounting for operational and national security considerations.
    Finally, the Department appreciates the recommendation to consider 
whether information contained in existing DDTC registrations or prior 
submissions can be reused or incorporated into subsequent submissions. 
The Department recognizes that, where appropriate, pre-population or 
reuse of information could reduce duplicative reporting and 
administrative burden. The Department will continue to evaluate 
opportunities to leverage information already available to the 
Department, consistent with applicable legal, regulatory, information 
security, data integrity, and recordkeeping requirements.

Michael J. Vaccaro,
Deputy Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Political and Military Affairs, 
Department of State.
[FR Doc. 2026-17748 Filed 8-28-26; 8:45 am]
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