Brokering Prior Approval Information Collection Extension

Detected April 6th, 2026

Summary

The Department of State's Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) is seeking a 60-day public comment period to extend OMB Control Number 1405-0142 for the Brokering Prior Approval information collection under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). U.S. and foreign persons engaging in ITAR-controlled brokering of defense articles and defense services must register with DDTC and obtain prior approval. The collection involves approximately 170 respondents with an estimated 340 hours total burden.

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What changed

The Department of State is requesting public comment on extending an existing information collection (OMB Control No. 1405-0142) for ITAR-controlled brokering prior approval. The collection applies to U.S. and foreign persons who engage in brokering activities involving defense articles and defense services under 22 CFR Part 129. Form DS-4294 is used for Brokering Prior Approval Requests, and respondents must register with DDTC and receive consent before engaging in covered activities.

Compliance officers at defense trade firms should review the proposed collection requirements and submit comments by June 5, 2026, if they have concerns about the burden estimate or utility of the information collected. The collection is required to obtain approval for brokering activities; failure to comply with Part 129 requirements may result in denial of authorization to engage in defense trade brokering.

What to do next

Submit public comments by June 5, 2026 via regulations.gov (Docket DOS-2026-0398), email to DDTCPublicComments@state.gov, or regular mail
Review current brokering prior approval processes and estimate burden for Form DS-4294 submissions
Notify compliance staff of the 60-day comment period and any concerns regarding the information collection requirements

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Content

ACTION:

Notice of request for public comment.

SUMMARY:

The Department of State is seeking Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval for the information collection described
below. In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, we are requesting comments on this collection from all interested
individuals and organizations. The purpose of this notice is to allow 60 days for public comment preceding submission of the
collection to OMB.

DATES:

The Department will accept comments from the public up to June 5, 2026.

ADDRESSES:

You may submit comments by any of the following methods:

• Web: Persons with access to the internet may comment on this notice by going to www.Regulations.gov. You can search for the document by entering “Docket Number: DOS-2026-0398” in the Search field. Then click the “Comment Now”
button and complete the comment form.

• Email: DDTCPublicComments@state.gov.

• Regular Mail: Send written comments to: Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, Attn: Andrea Battista, 2401 E St. NW, Suite H-1205, Washington,
DC 20522-0112.

You must include the DS form number (if applicable), information collection title, and the OMB control number in any correspondence.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:

Direct requests for additional information regarding the collection listed in this notice, including requests for copies of
the proposed collection instrument and supporting documents, to Andrea Battista, who may be reached at BattistaAL@state.gov or 202-992-0973.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

• Title of Information Collection: Brokering Prior Approval.

• OMB Control Number: 1405-0142.

• Type of Request: Extension of a Currently Approved Collection.

• Originating Office: Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC).

• Form Number: DS-4294.

• Respondents: Respondents are U.S. and foreign persons who wish to engage in International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)-controlled
brokering of defense articles and defense services.

• Estimated Number of Respondents: 170.

• Estimated Number of Responses: 170.

• Average Time per Response: 2 hours.

• Total Estimated Burden Time: 340 hours.

• Frequency: On Occasion.

• Obligation to Respond: Required to Obtain Benefit.

We are soliciting public comments to permit the Department to:

Evaluate whether the proposed information collection is necessary for the proper functions of the Department.
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.
Enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected.
Minimize the reporting burden on those who are to respond, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology. Please note that comments submitted in response to this Notice are public record. Before including any detailed personal information, you should be aware that your comments as submitted, including your personal information, will be available for public review.

Abstract of Proposed Collection

In accordance with part 129 of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), U.S. and foreign persons who wish to
engage in ITAR-controlled brokering activity of defense articles and defense services must first register with DDTC. Brokers
must then submit a written request for approval to DDTC and must receive DDTC's consent prior to engaging in such activities
unless exempted. This information is currently used in the review of the brokering request submitted for approval and to ensure
compliance with defense trade statutes and regulations. It is also used to monitor and control the transfer of sensitive U.S.
technology.

Methodology

Applicants may submit a Brokering Prior Approval Request electronically via DDTC's Defense Export Control and Compliance System
(DECCS), using the DS-4294.

Michael J. Vaccaro, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Defense Trade Controls, U.S. Department of State. [FR Doc. 2026-06630 Filed 4-3-26; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4710-25-P