Feds Slash Firearm Export License Rules for U.S. Makers

2026-06161 — Aviastar-TU, 5 b. 7 Leningradsky prospect g. Moskva, 125040, Moscow, Russia; Order Renewing Temporary Denial of Export Privileges

Aviastar-TU, a company in Moscow, Russia, is still banned from exporting certain goods because they keep breaking the rules. The U.S. government has renewed this export ban again to stop more violations and protect public safety. This means Aviastar-TU can’t sell or ship restricted items to the U.S. for now, and the ban will stay in place until further notice.

2026-06120 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for Review and Approval; Comment Request; Technology Letter of Explanation

The Department of Commerce is asking for public feedback on a form called the Technology Letter of Explanation, which helps officials decide if certain U.S. technology exports are safe and legal. This affects companies exporting sensitive tech and aims to keep national security strong without adding extra hassle. Comments are open until May 29, 2026, with no new fees involved.

2026-05902 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for Review and Approval; Comment Request; Miscellaneous Licensing and Reporting Responsibilities and Enforcement

The Department of Commerce is asking for approval to keep collecting information from businesses about export licenses and reports, with no changes to current rules. Over 2 million businesses are involved, spending from a few seconds up to 4 hours on these tasks. This helps protect U.S. national security and keeps export activities clear and legal, with a 30-day public comment window open now.

2025-23123 — In the Matter of: Arthur Ching-Fu Gau, 8802 South Feliz Drive, Tempe, AZ 85284; Order Denying Export Privileges

Arthur Ching-Fu Gau from Tempe, AZ, got caught sending secret tech info to China without permission. Because of this, the government is banning him from exporting stuff for 4 years starting from his 2022 conviction. Plus, any export licenses he had are now canceled—no more sneaky shipments for a while!

2025-23118 — In the Matter of Marco Antonio Santillan Valencia, 12904 Foxley Drive, Whittier, CA 90602; Order Denying Export Privileges

Marco Antonio Santillan Valencia from Whittier, CA, got caught and convicted for trying to illegally send guns and ammo to Mexico. Because of this, the government is banning him from exporting anything for 10 years starting from his conviction date. This means no export licenses for him, and he’s also serving time in prison and supervised release.

2025-19846 — One Year Suspension of Expansion of End-User Controls for Affiliates of Certain Listed Entities

The government is hitting pause for one year on new rules that would make companies owned by certain listed entities follow extra controls. This means businesses linked to these special groups won’t face new restrictions until November 9, 2026. If you’re a company affected, you get a breather before any new rules kick in, giving everyone more time to adjust without extra costs right now.

Previous: 2025-18989 — Modification of Class E Airspace; Battle Mountain Airport, Battle Mountain, NV

Battle Mountain Airport in Nevada is getting some airspace updates to keep flights safe and smooth. The changes adjust the controlled airspace around the airport, making it easier for pilots flying with instruments to navigate. No extra costs or delays for travelers—just smarter skies starting soon!

Next: 2025-19001 — Expansion of End-User Controls To Cover Affiliates of Certain Listed Entities

If a company is half or more owned by a business on the Entity List or by certain military or sanctioned groups, it now faces the same export rules as those listed companies. This change helps stop tricky business moves that try to dodge restrictions. The new rules kick in right away and aim to keep things fair without making businesses jump through extra hoops.