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The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) is hosting a virtual public briefing on December 5, 2024, to discuss two new rules posted for public inspection. These rules involve changes to controls on advanced computing and semiconductor items, as well as updates to the Entity List, which includes entities from countries like China and Japan that are considered contrary to U.S. national security interests. The public can register online to attend the briefing and learn more about these regulatory updates.

The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has made changes to the Export Administration Regulations. This includes adding the China National Offshore Oil Corporation Ltd. to the Entity List due to activities against U.S. national security. The Military End-User (MEU) List now includes Beijing Skyrizon Aviation Industry Investment Co., Ltd., while two entities from Russia have been removed from the MEU List to fix duplicate entries. These decisions aim to strengthen control over exports to entities acting detrimentally to the security and policy interests of the United States.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has renewed an order that temporarily denies Nordwind Airlines the ability to engage in export-related activities with the U.S. for one year. This decision, made by the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), follows evidence that Nordwind has repeatedly violated U.S. export regulations by operating aircraft without proper authorization despite previous denials. The renewal aims to prevent further violations by restricting Nordwind’s access to U.S. technology and equipment, especially given its continued operations despite past enforcement actions. All individuals and companies are advised to refrain from participating in transactions with Nordwind involving items controlled by U.S. export regulations.

The Commerce Department's Bureau of Industry and Security is asking for public comments on an investigation into how importing semiconductors and their manufacturing equipment affects national security. This investigation, begun on April 1, 2025, under section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962, looks into things like domestic demand, foreign supply, and trade impacts. People interested in giving feedback have until May 7, 2025, to submit their thoughts through the federal rulemaking portal. The department is especially keen on insights related to current trade policies, foreign competition, and the feasibility of boosting U.S. production.

Derby Clerfe was convicted of conspiring to illegally export handguns from the United States to Haiti without proper licenses. As a result, the U.S. Department of Commerce has decided to deny Clerfe's export privileges for two years and revoke any related licenses. Additionally, others are prohibited from assisting Clerfe in acquiring or handling export-controlled items. Clerfe has the option to appeal this order within 45 days.

The Regulations and Procedures Technical Advisory Committee is scheduled to meet on March 9, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Standard Time via teleconference. The Committee advises the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Export Administration on matters related to the Export Administration Regulations, and the meeting will be divided into an open session and a closed session. The open session will cover topics like regulations updates and working group reports, and it is open to the public on a first-come, first-served basis. Members of the public can present oral statements or submit written statements before or after the meeting, and for more information, they can contact Yvette Springer.

The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) issued a final rule to address national security risks related to connected vehicles, particularly those involving technology designed, developed, manufactured, or supplied by entities in China or Russia. The rule aims to regulate certain software and hardware that enable vehicle connectivity and automated driving systems. It requires vehicle manufacturers and importers to verify their supply chains and submit Declarations of Conformity to confirm compliance, with some options for specific or general authorizations to continue certain transactions otherwise prohibited. The rule is designed to protect U.S. infrastructure from potential threats associated with these technologies.

On February 11, 2025, the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) will implement a rule to correct license requirements for certain advanced computing integrated circuits under Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) 3A090. This correction revises previous requirements from a rule issued on January 16, 2025, ensuring appropriate measures are in place for controlling these exports. Comments on this correction must be submitted by March 14, 2025. The rule adjusts which entities must provide data to BIS and specifies when worldwide license requirements apply, focusing on structures and performance metrics for integrated circuits.

The Department of Commerce is asking for public feedback on a new information collection process in line with the Paperwork Reduction Act. This process involves firms wishing to participate in NATO International Bidding, which requires them to be certified as competent. These companies must submit a form (BIS-4023P) along with financial reports and project resumes. The feedback period is open for 60 days, aiming to assess the necessity and efficiency of the information being collected.

The Department of Commerce is seeking comments from the public and other federal agencies on their process of collecting information regarding objections to Section 232 adjustments on imports of steel and aluminum. This feedback will help them determine the necessity and impact of their data collection and find ways to make it more efficient and less burdensome. Citizens are encouraged to submit comments by April 1, 2025, and can do so via the provided email addresses. The information collected is used to evaluate national security considerations related to these imports.