Frequently Asked Questions

502. What sanctions remain in place on the Federal Security Service following the issuance of GL 1C?

502 … GL 1C only authorizes certain transactions and activities with the Federal Security Service acting in its administrative and law enforcement capacities. The GL was issued in order to ensure that U.S. persons engaging in certain business activities in Russia that are not otherwise prohibited… Read more

503. Does GL 1C authorize the exportation of hardware or software directly to the Federal Security Service, or where the Federal Security Service is the end user of such hardware and software?

503 … No. GL 1C does not authorize the export of any goods, technology, or services directly or indirectly to the Federal Security Service or any other blocked person, except for the limited purposes of complying with rules and regulations administered by, and certain actions and investigations… Read more

452. Are these sanctions consistent with international obligations?

452 … As with all financial sanctions programs Treasury administers, these measures will be implemented in accordance with domestic law and our international obligations. … Are these sanctions consistent with international …

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