BIS (Bureau of Industry and Security) publishes a request for comments.

Effects of Extending US Foreign Policy-Based Export Controls

The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) is seeking public comments on the effect of existing foreign policy-based export controls in the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).

Section 6 of the Export Administration Act requires BIS to consult with industry on the effect of such controls and to report the results of the consultations to Congress. Comments from all interested persons are welcome and will help BIS determine whether its foreign policy-based export controls should be continued for another year. All comments will be made available for public inspection and copying and included in a report to be submitted to Congress.

This comments must be received by October 10, 2017.

For a complete official document, click here.