Treasury Drops Six New Terror Sanctions Web Licenses
Published Date: 7/9/2025
Rule
Summary
The Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control just released six updated general licenses that affect people and businesses dealing with certain foreign terrorist groups. These changes clarify what’s allowed and what’s not, helping folks avoid trouble while following the rules. The updates kick in right away and could impact financial transactions tied to these groups.
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 2 mixed.
OFAC Publishes Six General Licenses
The Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control published six updated general licenses: GLs 22A, 23A, 24A, 25A, 26A, and 28A under the Global Terrorism Sanctions Regulations and Foreign Terrorist Organizations Sanctions Regulations. The publication is effective immediately.
Clarifies What Is Allowed or Prohibited
The updated general licenses clarify what activities are allowed and what activities are prohibited when dealing with certain foreign terrorist groups, which helps people and businesses avoid violating sanctions. The clarifications are part of GLs 22A, 23A, 24A, 25A, 26A, and 28A.
Financial Transactions May Be Affected
The updates could impact financial transactions tied to certain foreign terrorist groups, meaning payments, transfers, or other dealings involving those groups may be treated differently under the new GLs. These changes are tied to GLs 22A, 23A, 24A, 25A, 26A, and 28A and are effective immediately.
Personalized for You
How does this regulation affect your finances?
Personalize government policy and PRIA will tell you what this federal register document means for your household, plus every other regulation we track. PRIA reads each provision against your financial profile to show you exactly what matters to your wallet.
Key Dates
Department and Agencies
Related Federal Register Documents
2026-20215, Notice of OFAC Sanctions Action
The U.S. Treasury’s OFAC just added new people to its blacklist, meaning their U.S.-based money and property are frozen. Americans can’t do business with these folks anymore, starting September 29, 2026. This move aims to stop bad actors from using the U.S. financial system and sends a clear message: no funny business allowed!
2026-20012, Publication of Venezuela Sanctions Regulations Web General License 5W
Starting June 19, 2026, certain financial transactions involving Venezuela’s 2020 8.5% bond are now allowed, thanks to a new license called GL 5W. This update replaces the old GL 5V and opens the door for more legal dealings with this bond, but other sanctions still apply. If you’re involved in these bonds, keep an eye on the dates and rules to stay in the clear!
2026-20011, Publication of Transnational Criminal Organizations Sanctions Regulations Web General License 2
The Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) published General License 2, letting people wind down business with CCU Commercial Bank Plc. until July 23, 2026. This means certain transactions that were blocked before are now allowed temporarily, as long as payments to blocked accounts follow the rules. If you’re dealing with CCU Bank or its big owners, this gives you a clear deadline to wrap things up without breaking the law.
2026-19978, Iranian Transactions and Sanctions Regulations
The U.S. Treasury just updated rules that affect anyone doing business with Iran, tightening sanctions to block Iran’s funding for nuclear weapons and terrorism. These changes include new definitions and exemptions based on a 2020 executive order, and they kick in starting September 30, 2026. If you’re involved in trade or finance linked to Iran, watch out—these rules could impact your deals and money flow.
2026-20032, Notice of OFAC Sanctions Action
The U.S. Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has added new people to its blacklist, meaning their money and property in the U.S. are frozen. Americans can’t do business with these folks anymore, starting from August 7, 2026. This move helps keep bad actors from using the U.S. financial system and sends a clear message about following the rules.
2026-20014, Publication of Russian Harmful Foreign Activities Sanctions Regulations Web General Licenses 131E, 131F, and 131G
The Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) published three updated licenses (131E, 131F, and 131G) that let certain businesses negotiate and enter contracts related to Lukoil International GmbH despite existing sanctions. These licenses replace each other in sequence from April to June 2026, allowing specific transactions that were previously blocked. If you’re involved with Lukoil or its affiliates, these changes could impact your deals and deadlines through May 2026 and beyond.
Previous / Next Documents
Previous: 2025-12726, Reconsideration of the Dust-Lead Hazard Standards and Dust-Lead Post-Abatement Clearance Levels; Correction
The EPA fixed a mistake in its recent lead paint rules that accidentally removed important parts of the law. This correction brings back the missing details to keep homes safe from lead hazards. Landlords, contractors, and inspectors should note the fix before the rules fully kick in on January 13, 2025, with no extra costs involved.
Next: 2025-12765, Safety Zones; Delaware River Dredging, Marcus Hook, PA
The Coast Guard is setting up three temporary safety zones on the Delaware River near Marcus Hook, PA, to keep boats away while dredging work happens. This keeps everyone safe and protects the environment. The zones will be off-limits to most vessels during the dredging, so boaters should plan ahead and watch for updates.