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International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR): Review of the U.S. Munitions List and Related Definitions and License Exemptions

The State Department published this proposed rule in the Federal Register on October 1, 2026. Comments are due by November 30, 2026.

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What the agency says

The Department of State (the Department) proposes to amend the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to ensure that the U.S. Munitions List (USML) focuses ITAR controls on the most sensitive technologies, to improve regulatory transparency and clarity, and to reduce regulatory burdens. The revisions proposed in this rule would remove certain items from the USML, update definitions and standardize the regulatory text, and add a new exemption to the licensing requirements of the ITAR. The Department also requests public comments to further refine ITAR controls.

Key facts

Document number: 2026-20079
Type: Proposed rule
Action: Proposed rule; request for comments
Agency: State Department
Published: October 1, 2026
Comments due: November 30, 2026
Dates: Send comments by November 30, 2026.
Docket: Public Notice: 13123
Regulation ID (RIN): 1400-AF40
Code of Federal Regulations: 22 CFR 120; 22 CFR 121; 22 CFR 123
Topics: Arms and munitions; Classified information; Exports; Reporting and recordkeeping requirements
Significant: Yes, under Executive Order 12866
Pages: 8

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