22 CFR § 9.2Chapter I
§ 9.2 Objective.
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The objective of the Department's classification program is to ensure that national security information is protected from unauthorized disclosure, but that it remains classified only to the extent and for such a period as is necessary.
eCFR data current as of: June 10, 2026
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