[Federal Register Volume 60, Number 156 (Monday, August 14, 1995)]
[Notices]
[Pages 41908-41910]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 95-19949]



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DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY


Office of Foreign Assets Control


Electronically-Available Information Sources on Economic 
Sanctions Programs

AGENCY: Office of Foreign Assets Control, Treasury.

ACTION: Notice.

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SUMMARY: The Treasury Department is issuing a list of sources of 
computer-accessible information for the public's use in keeping 
informed of and complying with the economic sanctions programs 
administered by the Office of Foreign Assets Control.

EFFECTIVE DATE: August 8, 1995.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Dennis P. Wood, Chief, Compliance 
Programs Division (tel.: 202/622-2490), Office of Foreign Assets 
Control, Department of the Treasury, Annex, 1500 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, 
Washington, DC 20220.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Electronic Availability

    This document is itself available as an electronic file on The 
Federal Bulletin Board the day of publication in the Federal Register 
for downloading in WordPerfect 5.1, ASCII, and Postscript formats. The 
document is also accessible for downloading in ASCII format without 
charge from Treasury's Electronic Library (``TEL'') in the ``Business, 
Trade and Labor Mall'' of the FedWorld bulletin board. Select self-
extracting file ``T11FR00.EXE'' in TEL. The means of access to these 
information services are described in this notice.

Background

    This notice describes various public and private information 
sources accessible by computer that provide information concerning the 
economic sanctions programs administered by the Office of Foreign 
Assets Control (``OFAC''). Information available for reading or 
downloading includes notices of blockings, statutory and Executive 
order authorities, regulations, regulatory amendments, and lists of 
blocked entities, specially designated nationals, and specially 
designated terrorists. OFAC encourages the public to utilize these 
sources to remain current with developments in economic sanctions 
programs for informational and compliance purposes.

OFAC PUBLIC INFORMATION ACCESSIBLE BY COMPUTER

Sources Available to the General Public:

U.S. Treasury Department's Electronic Library (``TEL''):
    The Treasury Department maintains a free electronic library called 
``TEL'' on the FedWorld bulletin board, a service of the National 
Technical Information Service. TEL can be reached 24 hours a day, 7 
days a week, using standard communications software and a modem, either 
directly, by dialing 703/321-3339, or over the Internet using one of 
the following protocols: Telnet = fedworld.gov (192.239.93.3); FTP Site 
= ftp.fedworld.gov (192.239.92.205); World Wide Web (Home Page) = 
http://www.fedworld.gov. Once access to FedWorld has been gained, 
select option ``[C],'' the ``Business, Trade, and Labor Mall;'' then 
``[E],'' ``Treasury's Electronic Library.'' OFAC files are available 
for downloading in camera-ready ``*.PDF'' format as well as in a self-
extracting ASCII ``*.EXE'' format. Each bears the prefix ``T11.'' 
OFAC's camera-ready brochure on Cuba, for example, is called 
``T11CUBA.PDF.'' OFAC's self-extracting ASCII file containing all of 
OFAC's brochures as well as the latest listing of Specially Designated 
Nationals and Blocked Persons (the ``SDN list'') in DOS-format is 
called ``T11FAC00.EXE.'' A major advantage of TEL, besides Internet 
access, is that there is no charge to any user to download files. Adobe 
Acrobat ReadersTM are available free to view and print the 
``*.PDF'' files. Those needing a free Acrobat ReaderTM may 
download the file from the Internal Revenue Service ``utilities'' 
library by typing the command ``/go IRISGR'' at FedWorld's main prompt. 
FedWorld's help desk number is 703/487-4608; the business office number 
is 703/487-4648.

U.S. Commerce Department's Economic Bulletin Board (``EBB'')
    The U.S. Department of Commerce operates an electronic bulletin 
board called the ``EBB.'' The EBB can be reached 24 hours a day, 7 days 
a week, using standard communications software and a modem, either 
directly, by dialing 202/482-3870 (for 2400 bps connections) or 202/
482-2584 or 202/482-2167 (for 9600 bps connections), or over the 
Internet using the Telnet protocol: Telnet = ebb.stat-usa.gov. A free, 
limited-access service is available to those who are unfamiliar with 
the Commerce Board. Otherwise, access is by subscription at a nominal 
charge. The EBB is used extensively by U.S. exporters seeking 
information on trade leads. All OFAC publications in ASCII format, 
including the very latest version of the alphabetized SDN listings, are 
available for downloading from ``File Area #17'' on the Board. Commerce 
Department Export Denial Order information is also available in the 
same general file area. OFAC sheets can be individually downloaded by 
the public or all OFAC informational material can be transferred as a 
compressed self-extracting DOS archive file called ``FACDATA.EXE.'' 
Once an individual accesses the Board, all that needs to be done to 
locate OFAC material is to choose ``F'' from the main menu to access a 
FILES subsystem, then choose ``L'' for LIST, and type ``17'' for OFAC. 
The EBB's Help Line is 202/482-1986 (Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. 
through 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time).

U.S. Commerce's National Trade Data Bank (``NTDB'')
    The U.S. Department of Commerce operates a CD-Rom service providing 
a massive amount of international trade information on a monthly basis 
to small and medium sized companies. There is a nominal charge for a 
subscription. The CD-Rom service is also available free of charge at 
Commerce offices nationwide as well as nearly 1,000 Federal depository 
libraries. OFAC data is in ASCII format and fully searchable. For 
information, call 202/482-1986.

U.S. Commerce's STAT-USA/FAX
    The U.S. Department of Commerce operates an automated fax-on-demand 
service that includes OFAC data. Users can call 202/482-0005 from a fax 
machine's handset 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For a nominal 
subscription charge, subscribers are entitled to 6 files per day 
without size restrictions. OFAC is posting in print (``camera ready'') 
copy the latest listing of Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked 
Persons, cumulative Changes to the Listing of Specially Designated 
Nationals and Blocked Persons; and OFAC's brochure entitled Foreign 
Assets Control Regulations for Exporters and Importers.

World Wide Web (``WWW'')
    All of OFAC's program brochures, as well as SDN list information, 
is available in downloadable camera-ready Adobe AcrobatTM 
``*.PDF'' format to subscribers to the U.S. Commerce Department's World 
Wide Web Server (STAT-USA/Internet) with access at //www.stat-use.gov. 
For information call 202/482-1986.

    OFAC is in the final stages of developing a new service to provide 
direct Internet access to OFAC's information over a Treasury World Wide 
Web Server and plans to coordinate update notices with a 

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Federal Web Locator. Details will be published as soon as available.

U.S. Government Printing Office's The Federal Bulletin Board
    The U.S. Government Printing Office (``GPO'') operates The Federal 
Bulletin Board, which can be accessed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, by 
direct dialing 202/512-1387 from a modem using any communications 
software. Type ``/GO FAC.'' The system detects modem speed. Access over 
the Internet is available using the Telnet protocol: Telnet = 
federal.bbs.gpo.gov 3001. (The ``[space] 3001'' is important as it 
specifies the proper ``entry'' port for Telnet.) User assistance is 
available from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through 
Friday by calling 202/512-1530. OFAC's information is located in a 
series of file libraries for downloading in ASCII, WordPerfect, and 
``*.PDF'' or ``Postscript'' formats, and includes, in addition to OFAC 
brochures and SDN lists, the full text of OFAC sanctions regulations as 
published in chapter V of Title 31, Code of Federal Regulations, 
statutory and Executive order authority for OFAC sanctions, and every 
Federal Register notice, rule, or policy statement OFAC publishes. 
Federal Register notices are posted electronically to the Board at the 
same time they are printed in the Federal Register. The file libraries 
from which users may download information are: ``FAC31CFR'' (containing 
the most recent annual text of chapter V, Title 31, CFR), ``FAC--31FR'' 
(containing OFAC's Federal Register documents), ``FAC--BRO'' 
(containing all of OFAC's brochures as well as a comprehensive self-
extracting ``*.EXE'' file of brochures and SDN lists in DOS format), 
``FAC--MISC'' (containing press releases and special items, such as the 
Libyan bank chart), and ``FAC--SDN'' (containing the very latest 
releases of the master SDN lists as well as a comprehensive self-
extracting ``*.EXE'' file of all brochures and SDN lists in DOS 
format). User pricing for The Federal Bulletin Board is based on the 
size of files downloaded. Contact the GPO for information: 202/512-
1530.

U.S. Maritime Administration's Marlinespike Bulletin Board System
    The U.S. Maritime Administration operates a free electronic 
bulletin board called ``Marlinespike'' which can be accessed via modem 
at 202/366-8505, with voice help at 202/366-9991. OFAC's brochures and 
SDN information can be scanned on-line or downloaded for further use.

U.S. Customs Service's Customs Electronic Bulletin Board
    The U.S. Customs Service maintains a free Customs Electronic 
Bulletin Board geared especially toward customs house brokers. OFAC's 
information is available as a date-specific self-extracting DOS file 
(``OFAC*.EXE'' in File Area #15, ``Customs Extra!''). Modem access is 
at 703/440-6155, with voice system support at 703/440-6236.

Sources Available to Banks:

U.S. Council on International Banking (``USCIB''--headquartered in New 
York)
    The U.S. Council on International Banking is a nationwide banking 
industry interest group concentrating on the international banking 
operations area. Member banks have free access to the USCIB's 
electronic bulletin board, INTERCOM. All OFAC publications, including 
the latest alphabetized SDN listings, are available to be downloaded 
from the ``MAIN Conference'' on INTERCOM. OFAC files can be 
individually downloaded by banks in camera-ready ``*.PDF'' format, or 
all of them can be transferred as a compressed self-extracting ASCII 
archive file called ``OFAC*.EXE.'' In addition, OFAC announces via 
system bulletins all major sanctions actions as they occur.

International Banking Operations Association (``IBOA''--headquartered 
in Miami)
    The International Banking Operations Association is a membership 
organization of banks in the southern United States. IBOA has a 
``Wildcat'' bulletin board which includes, in its Regulatory 
Conference, a compressed self-extracting ASCII archive file called 
``OFAC*.EXE'' containing all OFAC publications, as well as the latest 
SDN listings. Individual brochures may also be downloaded by users as 
camera-ready copy in ``*.PDF'' format. System bulletins are posted on 
IBOA's board covering major sanctions actions as they occur.

Clearing House Interbank Payments System (New York Clearing House 
Association)
    The Clearing House Interbank Payments System ``CHIPS'' maintains a 
special bulletin board specifically to receive and sort OFAC SDN 
information. Bankers should contact the The New York Clearing House 
Association for information. In addition, system bulletins are 
electronically transmitted to CHIPS regarding all major sanctions 
actions for immediate broadcast to members.

Office of the Comptroller of the Currency's OCC Information Line
    The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency operates a special 
24-hour-a-day fax-on-demand service for National banks and examiners. 
The computer-based system provides copies of documents from any 
touchtone phone by calling 202/479-0141 and following voice prompts. 
OCC's Communications Division may be reached at 202/874-4960. Documents 
regularly updated on the system include OFAC's listing of Specially 
Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons split alphabetically into two 
files, A-K and L-Z; cumulative Changes to the Listing of Specially 
Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons, and OFAC's Foreign Assets 
Control Regulations for the Financial Community.

Bank Regulatory Agencies
    OFAC provides official electronic notice regarding major sanctions 
actions to some 5000 on-line Fedwire depository institutions through 
the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. The message from the New York Fed 
is retransmitted through each Federal Reserve District. Such messages 
are limited to 14 lines of 80 characters. (OFAC also distributes from 
time to time printed copies of important sanctions information to 
depository institutions throughout the United States through each of 
the Federal bank regulatory agencies.)

    Dated: July 27, 1995.
R. Richard Newcomb,
Director, Office of Foreign Assets Control.
    Approved: August 2, 1995.
John P. Simpson,
Deputy Assistant Secretary (Regulatory, Tariff and Trade Enforcement).
[FR Doc. 95-19949 Filed 8-8-95; 3:19 pm]
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