Federal Agency Regulations

The U.S. Departments of Commerce and State have implemented regulations governing the transfer of certain items, software, equipment, and information to foreign countries and foreign persons.

The U.S. Department of Treasury maintains targeted economic sanctions that restrict or prohibit a wide range of activities, including educational services, to designated countries, entities, and individuals.

U.S. Department of Commerce

The Bureau of Industry and Security's Export Administration Regulations (EAR) govern dual-use items that can be used for both civilian and military purposes. The EAR also applies to information predominately civilian in nature but have potential military applications.

U.S. Department of State

The Directorate of Defense Trade Controls' International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) govern defense articles and services, defined as items and information specifically designed or adapted for military use. ITAR includes satellites and spacecraft. The U.S. Department of State also provides guidance on defense services and fundamental space science research.

U.S. Department of the Treasury

The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) administers and enforces trade embargoes and economic sanctions. The OFAC website includes information on sanction programs against specific countries and on those appearing on the Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) List.

Fundamental Research Exclusion

The fundamental research exclusion applies to software or technology that arises during or results from fundamental research and is intended to be published. Many situations at the UO will qualify for this exemption. However, the university must document its analysis, and departments should not undertake this analysis on their own.