Voluntary Self-Disclosure of Antiboycott Violations - OMB Information Collection Extension
Summary
The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) published a notice requesting public comments on an extension of OMB Control Number 0694-0132, covering voluntary self-disclosure of antiboycott violations under the Export Control Reform Act (ECRA). The collection applies to U.S. exporters and other for-profit entities who may voluntarily disclose potential violations of antiboycott provisions in the Export Administration Regulations. Comments are due by June 8, 2026.
What changed
BIS is seeking public comments under the Paperwork Reduction Act to extend OMB Control Number 0694-0132, which covers the voluntary self-disclosure process for antiboycott violations under ECRA. The collection, with an estimated 15 respondents and 4,220 total annual burden hours, allows companies to proactively report potential violations in exchange for potential mitigation of penalties. The 60-day comment period will inform BIS before submission to OMB.
For affected exporters and international traders, this extension maintains the existing voluntary disclosure framework. Companies engaged in exports to countries that may participate in boycotts should review their compliance programs and consider whether proactive disclosure is appropriate. The voluntary nature of the collection provides an opportunity for companies to come forward before BIS detection, potentially reducing penalties and investigative burden.
What to do next
- Submit comments to BIS by June 8, 2026 if your company has international operations affected by antiboycott provisions
- Review current export practices to determine whether voluntary disclosure may be warranted
- Monitor for any changes to self-disclosure procedures following this OMB review
Penalties
Non-compliance with antiboycott provisions under ECRA may result in civil penalties of up to $364,992 per violation (adjusted for inflation)
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Notice
Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for Review and Approval; Comment Request; Voluntary Self-Disclosure of Antiboycott Violations
A Notice by the Industry and Security Bureau on 04/09/2026
This document has a comment period that ends in 60 days.
(06/08/2026) View Comment InstructionsPDF
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- Public Inspection Published Document: 2026-06901 (91 FR 17939) Document Headings ###### Department of Commerce
Bureau of Industry and Security
AGENCY:
Bureau of Industry and Security, Commerce.
ACTION:
Notice of information collection, request for comment.
SUMMARY:
The Department of Commerce, in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on proposed, and continuing information collections, which helps us assess the impact of our information collection requirements and minimize the public's ( printed page 17940) reporting burden. The purpose of this notice is to allow for 60 days of public comment preceding submission of the collection to OMB.
DATES:
To ensure consideration, comments regarding this proposed information collection must be received on or before June 8, 2026.
ADDRESSES:
Interested persons are invited to submit comments by email to Nancy Kook, IC Liaison, Bureau of Industry and Security, at PRA@bis.doc.gov or to PRAcomments@doc.gov). Please reference OMB Control Number 0694-0132 in the subject line of your comments. Do not submit Confidential Business Information or otherwise sensitive or protected information.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Requests for additional information or specific questions related to collection activities should be directed to Nancy Kook, IC Liaison, Bureau of Industry and Security, phone 202-482-2440 or by email at PRA@bis.doc.gov.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
I. Abstract
Voluntary self-disclosures allow BIS to conduct investigations of the disclosed incidents faster than would be the case if BIS had to detect the violations without such disclosures. As a result, BIS is able to devote more of its resources to detecting non-disclosed violations. The information obtained through this collection may also provide leads to uncover other violations. In some cases, the information might be shared with other law enforcement agencies investigating suspected violations of the ECRA and the EAR or, in appropriate instances, agencies investigating violations of other statutes or with foreign governments.
II. Method of Collection
Paper.
III. Data
OMB Control Number: 0694-0132.
Form Number(s): None.
Type of Review: Regular submission, extension of a current information collection.
Affected Public: Business or other for-profit organizations.
Estimated Number of Respondents: 15.
Estimated Time per Response: 10 to 600 hours.
Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours: 4,220.
Estimated Total Annual Cost to Public: 0.
Respondent's Obligation: Voluntary.
Legal Authority: Sections 4812(b)(7) and 4814(b)(1)(B) of the Export Control Reform Act (ECRA).
IV. Request for Comments
We are soliciting public comments to permit the Department/Bureau to: (a) Evaluate whether the proposed information collection is necessary for the proper functions of the Department, including whether the information will have practical utility; (b) 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; (c) Evaluate ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and (d) Minimize the reporting burden on those who are to respond, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology.
Comments that you submit in response to this notice are a matter of public record. We will include or summarize each comment in our request to OMB to approve this ICR. Before including your address, phone number, email address, or other personal identifying information in your comment, you should be aware that your entire comment—including your personal identifying information—may be made publicly available at any time. While you may ask us in your comment to withhold your personal identifying information from public review, we cannot guarantee that we will be able to do so.
Sheleen Dumas,
Departmental PRA Clearance Officer, Office of the Under Secretary for Economic Affairs, Commerce Department.
[FR Doc. 2026-06901 Filed 4-8-26; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 3510-33-P
Published Document: 2026-06901 (91 FR 17939)
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