Our mission is singular and essential: we work to keep our country’s most sensitive items out of the world’s most dangerous hands.
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Enforcement leadership & program offices
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Learn about the programs and offices under Export Enforcement and our leadership.
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Reporting violations
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If you discover a potential violation, you can either report it confidentially or submit a voluntary self-disclosure (VSD) to aid exporters in penalty reduction and support BIS Enforcement in handling non-compliance matters. -
Consolidated Screening List
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The Consolidated Screening List is a searchable and downloadable file that consolidates export screening lists of the Departments of Commerce, State and the Treasury into one spreadsheet to assist in screening potential parties to regulated transactions. -
Export violations
Access a database containing information about documented cases of individuals or entities involved in violations related to the export of controlled goods and technologies, providing insights into enforcement actions and compliance issues. -
Charging letters
Explore a collection of official letters and documents outlining specific charges and allegations brought against individuals or entities involved in export control violations. These documents offer detailed information on the legal aspects and allegations associated with export enforcement cases, promoting transparency and understanding of the enforcement process. -
Enforcement policy memos & industry guidance
Documents that outline the agency's guidelines and procedures for enforcing export control laws and regulations, providing clarity on how violations and penalties are handled. -
Don't Let This Happen to You
Highlights real-life export control violation cases and provides valuable insights into common mistakes and best practices to help exporters avoid similar pitfalls.
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Enforcement field offices
Locations of Export Enforcement offices around the country.
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Speeches
Explore speeches delivered by export enforcement to gain a deeper understanding of the ever-evolving landscape of export compliance, the dedication of those who enforce it, and the collective efforts to maintain the integrity of our export control system.
Enforcement News & Updates
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Press Release | Friday, November 15, 2024BIS Reaches Administrative Enforcement Settlement with M&M Wireless, Inc.
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Press Release | Tuesday, November 12, 2024
BIS Releases New Edition of “Don’t Let This Happen to You!”
Washington, D.C. – Today, the Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) Export Enforcement published an updated version of Don’t Let This Happen to You!, a compendium of case examples highlighting BIS criminal and administrative enforcement efforts. The publication was last updated in July 2024.
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Press Release | Friday, November 1, 2024
New Jersey Resident Pleads Guilty to Helping Russia’s Defense Sector Evade U.S. Export Controls
Defendant Facilitated Russia’s Acquisition of Millions of Dollars of U.S.-Made Dual-Use Electronics Used in Radar, Surveillance, and Military Research and Development
