22 cfr 130

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Who is defined as an 'applicant' in this part?

Any person holding a government position in a foreign country

Any person who applies for a license to export defense articles commercially to armed forces of a foreign country (correct)

Any organization that sells goods internationally

Any individual residing in the United States

What is the purpose of this part according to Section 39(a) of the Arms Export Control Act?

To monitor political contributions in foreign countries

To regulate the fees charged by international organizations

To prescribe regulations related to reporting on certain payments for sales of defense articles and services (correct)

To oversee the licensing of all commercial exports

Which entities are included under the definition of 'armed forces'?

Police forces of a foreign country (correct)

International businesses operating in defense services

Private security companies in the United States

Foreign governmental agencies

What does an individual need to export to be considered an 'applicant'?

$500,000 worth of defense articles or services Signup and view all the answers

Which part explicitly implements the reporting requirements for certain payments related to sales of defense items?

Part 130 Signup and view all the answers

Who prescribes the regulations with respect to reporting on certain payments as per Section 39(a) of the Arms Export Control Act?

The Secretary of State Signup and view all the answers

What is a condition precedent to the granting of a relevant license or approval according to the text?

Furnishing information to the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls Signup and view all the answers

When must suppliers furnish information to the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls?

No later than 30 days after the contract award Signup and view all the answers

In relation to political contributions, who is deemed responsible for contributions paid by vendors according to the text?

The applicant or supplier Signup and view all the answers

What is the aggregate amount threshold that triggers the obligation to report political contributions under this section?

$5,000 or more Signup and view all the answers

When must an applicant or supplier furnish information if they previously claimed not to have made any political contributions but later discover they did?

30 days after learning about the contributions Signup and view all the answers

For what purpose does a contract award include a purchase order according to the text?

To require the supplier to furnish defense articles or services Signup and view all the answers

Who must furnish information if political contributions are paid by vendors in relation to a sale?

The applicant or supplier Signup and view all the answers

What is required if an applicant or supplier cannot furnish all information related to payments at one time according to the text?

An explanation satisfactory to the Director of the Office of Defense Trade Controls Licensing Signup and view all the answers

What must be included in a report furnished if an applicant or supplier initially claimed no political contributions but later discovers they did contribute?

$10,000 deposit and detailed explanation for each undisclosed contribution Signup and view all the answers

What is deemed as a condition precedent to obtaining a relevant license or approval according to the text?

Providing satisfactory explanations for missing information Signup and view all the answers

What must be included in supplementary reports sent to the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls within 30 days?

Information requested to be reported that was not previously reported Signup and view all the answers

What does every applicant or supplier need to obtain from each vendor to determine their obligations under § 130.9?

Vendor's political contributions or fees related to the sale Signup and view all the answers

When must a vendor furnish an initial statement if requested by an applicant or supplier?

Within 20 days of the request Signup and view all the answers

In what situation can a vendor furnish an abbreviated statement instead of the requested statement?

If there is a risk of injury to the vendor's commercial interests Signup and view all the answers

What must an applicant or supplier submit to the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls upon not receiving the initial statement from a vendor?

A signed statement attesting to efforts made to obtain the initial statement Signup and view all the answers

What is required if a vendor fails to comply with providing an initial statement?

An applicant or supplier must still submit a report to the Directorate Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of 'fee or commission' as per § 130.5 of the Arms Export Control Act?

Any loan, gift, donation, or payment over $1,000 made for promoting the sale of defense articles or services. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following payments is excluded from the definition of 'fee or commission' according to § 130.5?

A payment made to a regular employee as part of their salary. Signup and view all the answers

What constitutes a 'political contribution' as defined in § 130.6 of the Arms Export Control Act?

A loan made to a government official. Signup and view all the answers

According to the Arms Export Control Act, what is the value threshold for a supplier providing defense articles or services to enter into a contract with the Department of Defense?

$500,000 Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered a vendor according to § 130.8 of the Arms Export Control Act?

A person supplying defense services valued at $450,000. Signup and view all the answers

In the context of the Arms Export Control Act, what does 'vendor' refer to?

Any distributor who furnishes defense articles or services directly to an applicant or supplier. Signup and view all the answers

What type of payment is excluded from the term 'fee or commission' as per § 130.5?

$1,200 gift made indirectly for promoting defense services. Signup and view all the answers

'Supplier' in the context of the Arms Export Control Act refers to an entity that ____________.

Furnishes defense articles or services in contracts valued at $500,000 or more with the Department of Defense. Signup and view all the answers

'Fee or commission' does not include which type of payment according to § 130.5?

Payments offered for special goods or services that are proportionate in value and not general expenses. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'vendor' specifically refer to in relation to the Arms Export Control Act?

A person who supplies defense articles worth over $500,000 directly to an applicant or supplier. Signup and view all the answers

What information must every person furnish to the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls in relation to a sale?

Political contributions and fees or commissions details Signup and view all the answers

When submitting a report required by § 130.9, is it necessary to include detailed information if political contributions exceed $2,500?

No, only the aggregate amount needs to be reported Signup and view all the answers

What information is required in a supplementary report as per § 130.11?

Additional details requested by Directorate of Defense Trade Controls Signup and view all the answers

What should be included in the statement when reporting payments in § 130.10(a)(4)?

Amount of political contributions and fees paid or agreed to be paid Signup and view all the answers

In what case can a person respond 'none' or 'not applicable' when furnishing information?

Where payments do not exceed a certain threshold Signup and view all the answers

What are the threshold amounts for political contributions and fees or commissions beyond which detailed information must be reported?

$2,500 for political contributions and $50,000 for fees or commissions Signup and view all the answers

'Miscellaneous fees or commissions' must be reported in lieu of detailed information if the payments do not exceed what amount?

$50,000 Signup and view all the answers

What does an applicant need to do if payments have not yet been made and precise amounts are not available?

Provide an estimate of the amount offered or agreed to be paid Signup and view all the answers

'Miscellaneous political contributions' should be reported instead of detailed information for payments not exceeding what amount?

$2,500 Signup and view all the answers

What is included when stating recipient details regarding each payment reported?

Recipient's name, nationality, address, employer, title, and relationship details Signup and view all the answers

What must every applicant, supplier, and vendor obtain from each person to whom they have paid a fee or commission?

A statement disclosing all political contributions related to the sale Signup and view all the answers

How long must each applicant, supplier, and vendor maintain records of the information they were required to furnish or obtain?

5 years Signup and view all the answers

What is defined as confidential business information in the context of this text?

Commercial or financial information entitled to protection from disclosure Signup and view all the answers

Which section of the text deals with the utilization and access of reports and records by Congress and U.S. Government agencies?

Section 130.17 Signup and view all the answers

What action is prohibited regarding information identified as confidential business information?

Publication or disclosure unless authorized by law or regulation Signup and view all the answers

What type of information should each person required to furnish information consider as confidential business information?

Commercial or financial information that is protected from disclosure by law Signup and view all the answers