[Federal Register Volume 89, Number 180 (Tuesday, September 17, 2024)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 75955-75968]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2024-20857]


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DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY

Office of Foreign Assets Control

31 CFR Parts 510, 525, 526, 536, 542, 544, 546, 547, 548, 549, 550, 
551, 552, 553, 555, 558, 560, 562, 569, 570, 576, 578, 579, 582, 
583, 584, 585, 587, 588, 589, 590, 591, 594, 598, and 599


Updating Provisions Related to Blocking and Other Actions Related 
to Specific Property or Interests in Property

AGENCY: Office of Foreign Assets Control, Treasury.

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY: The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets 
Control (OFAC) is adopting a final rule to clarify OFAC's process for 
issuing certain orders that block or identify as blocked specific 
property or interests in property, or that impose other prohibitions 
less than full blocking with respect to specific property or interests 
in property. OFAC is adding information about these orders in 
regulatory notes in 35 of OFAC's sanctions regulations.

DATES: This rule is effective September 17, 2024.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: OFAC: Assistant Director for 
Licensing, 202-622-2480; Assistant Director for Regulatory Affairs, 
202-622-4855; or Assistant Director for Compliance, 202-622-2490 or 
https://ofac.treasury.gov/contact-ofac.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Electronic Availability

    This document and additional information concerning OFAC are 
available on OFAC's website: https://ofac.treasury.gov.

Background

    In this rule, OFAC is updating 35 parts of 31 CFR chapter V to 
clarify OFAC's processes when it issues certain

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orders that block or identify as blocked specific property or interests 
in property, or that impose other non-blocking prohibitions with 
respect to specific property or interests in property.

International Emergency Economic Powers Act

    The 35 parts of 31 CFR chapter V that are the subject of this rule 
implement OFAC's authority to block the property and interests in 
property of persons pursuant to, among other authorities, the 
International Emergency Economic Powers Act, 50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq. 
(IEEPA).
    IEEPA includes authority to investigate, block during the pendency 
of an investigation, regulate, direct and compel, nullify, void, 
prevent or prohibit, any acquisition, holding, withholding, use, 
transfer, withdrawal, transportation, importation or exportation of, or 
dealing in, or exercising any right, power, or privilege with respect 
to, or transaction involving, any property in which any foreign country 
or a national thereof has any interest by any person, or with respect 
to any property, subject to the jurisdiction of the United States. 50 
U.S.C. 1702(a)(1)(B). Other statutes provide similar authority.
    OFAC's actions rely on the President's delegation of those 
authorities under one or more Executive orders. Such orders typically 
authorize the Secretary of the Treasury to designate persons who meet 
specified criteria, and they provide that all property and interests in 
property within U.S. jurisdiction of such persons is blocked. These 
orders also authorize the Secretary of the Treasury, in consultation 
with the Secretary of State, to take such actions and to employ all 
powers granted to the President under IEEPA or other applicable 
statutory authorities as may be necessary to carry out their purpose, 
and they provide that blocking prohibitions apply except to the extent 
provided in regulations, orders, directives, or licenses OFAC may 
issue. See, e.g., section 1(d) of Executive Order (E.O.) 14024.

Actions With Respect to Specific Property or Interests in Property

    The most common way OFAC exercises its authority is by designating 
a person and placing that person on OFAC's Specially Designated 
Nationals and Blocked Persons List (SDN List). Once designated, all 
property and interests in property subject to U.S. jurisdiction of the 
designated person are blocked, and U.S. persons are generally 
prohibited from engaging in transactions involving any property or 
interest in property of the designated person. However, in certain 
cases, OFAC may exercise its authority in narrower ways. These actions 
include issuing orders or directives that impose prohibitions less than 
fully blocking the entirety of a person's property and interests in 
property as circumstances require. Such tailored actions are based on a 
combination of OFAC's authority to block all property of a designated 
person and its authority to narrow the scope of such broad prohibitions 
through orders, directives, or licenses.
    This rule identifies three forms that such actions by OFAC may 
take: (1) identifying property or interests in property as blocked 
pursuant to OFAC's authority due to an interest of an already blocked 
person, including where such interest may not be apparent to the 
public; (2) blocking specific property or interests in property of a 
person who is not already blocked but whom OFAC is investigating for 
potential designation; and (3) blocking or imposing other prohibitions 
with respect to a person's specific property or interests in property 
less than full blocking sanctions.
    First, OFAC may act to aid relevant parties by identifying the 
property or interests in property of already blocked persons, 
particularly in cases in which OFAC has access to information 
supporting its determination that a blocked person has an interest in 
specific property. In such cases, OFAC may identify specific property 
in which OFAC determines a blocked person has an interest and issue an 
order to financial institutions or other persons in possession or 
control of such property to block such property. OFAC may also exercise 
its blocking authorities in this manner upon review of financial 
transaction information received from U.S. financial institutions 
following OFAC's requirements that such financial institutions provide 
reports about accounts or transactions that meet specified criteria. 
See note 1 to 31 CFR 501.602.
    Second, OFAC may identify property or interests in property of a 
person who is not blocked, but whom OFAC is investigating for potential 
designation. To ensure that this property or interest in property is 
not transferred before OFAC designates the person, OFAC may issue an 
order to financial institutions or other persons in possession or 
control of such property or interest in property to block it pending 
investigation.
    Third, in certain other cases, OFAC may block or impose other 
prohibitions with respect to specific property or interests in property 
less than full blocking sanctions. For example, OFAC may consider 
designating a person but determine U.S. national security or foreign 
policy interests are better served by prohibitions that may be narrower 
than blocking the entirety of the person's property and interests in 
property. In such cases, OFAC would determine that a person meets the 
criteria for designation but would take action less than blocking the 
entirety of a person's property and interests in property. This action 
may take various forms, including an order to the financial 
institutions or other persons in possession or control of the specific 
property or interests in property or a directive imposing non-blocking 
restrictions. For example, in 2014 OFAC issued directives pursuant to 
sec. 1(b) of Executive Order 13662 that prohibited certain dealings in 
debt and equity of persons operating in those sectors of the Russian 
Federation economy identified by the Secretary of the Treasury pursuant 
to sec. 1(a)(i) of Executive Order 13662.

Provision of Notice

    Persons affected by any type of OFAC prohibition should have an 
opportunity to understand the nature of OFAC's action and its impact on 
their property or interests in property. The form of notice may differ 
depending on the type of action OFAC takes or order it issues and the 
specific facts of an action.
    OFAC may publish notice of its action in the Federal Register, 
which provides the public with constructive notice of the action. This 
is the form of notice OFAC uses for designation actions because it 
ensures that anyone who may come into contact with a designated person 
or their property or interests in property is aware of the designation.
    When OFAC takes more tailored action with respect to specific 
property or interests in property, the public may not always require 
notice of the action through publication in the Federal Register, and 
it may be more appropriate to provide actual notice specifically to a 
person affected by the prohibition. OFAC may do so by providing written 
notice of OFAC's order to one or more persons OFAC assesses to have an 
interest in the property based on available information. OFAC may 
provide such notice directly to such affected persons or indirectly 
through financial institutions or other transaction intermediaries, who 
would be required to notify the affected persons with whom the 
recipient maintains direct commercial relationships. In many cases, 
requiring a transaction intermediary to disclose a blocking order may 
be the most efficient

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and effective means of providing notice because a transaction 
intermediary maintains direct commercial relationships through which 
affected persons may inquire about the status of their funds.\1\
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    \1\ OFAC's authority to ``regulate'' transactions includes the 
authority to require a participant in a transaction who is subject 
to U.S. jurisdiction to provide notice to its direct commercial 
counterparts when the transaction is blocked. 50 U.S.C. 
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Current Regulatory Action

    This rule amends notes to the blocking provisions in subpart B of 
OFAC's regulations in 35 parts of 31 CFR chapter V (the ``subject 
parts''). The blocking provisions are in Sec.  ___.201 in the following 
parts of 31 CFR: 510, 525, 526, 536, 542, 544, 546, 547, 548, 549, 550, 
551, 552, 553, 555, 558, 562, 569, 570, 576, 578, 579, 582, 583, 584, 
585, 587, 588, 589, 590, 591, 594, and 599. In part 536, in addition to 
amending Sec.  536.201, OFAC is amending notes to Sec.  536.312, the 
definition of specially designated narcotics trafficker, because that 
definition discusses blocked property and blocking orders. In part 560, 
the blocking provisions are in Sec.  560.211. In part 598, the blocking 
provisions are in Sec.  598.202, and in addition to amending that 
section, OFAC is amending Sec.  598.314, the definition of specially 
designated narcotics trafficker, because that definition discusses 
blocked property and blocking orders.
    Specifically, this rule adds a note to the subject parts describing 
the three types of actions OFAC may take with respect to specific 
property or interests in property, the forms of notice that OFAC may 
use, and how affected persons can contact OFAC with inquiries about 
these actions.
    Additionally, this rule amends an existing note to the subject 
parts regarding OFAC's blocking of property and interests in property 
pending investigation. OFAC is amending the note to make clear that the 
procedure of publishing the names of persons blocked during the 
pendency of an investigation in the Federal Register will not 
necessarily apply when OFAC takes an action to block specific property 
or interests in property pending investigation.
    Finally, OFAC is updating the note in the subject parts that 
explains the procedures for seeking release of blocked property or 
administrative reconsideration of OFAC actions to add information about 
additional unblocking procedures available to blocked or otherwise 
affected persons. In certain parts, OFAC is making other technical or 
other conforming updates to the notes.

Public Participation

    Because the Regulations involve a foreign affairs function, the 
provisions of E.O. 12866 of September 30, 1993, ``Regulatory Planning 
and Review'' (58 FR 51735, October 4, 1993), as amended, and the 
Administrative Procedure Act (5 U.S.C. 553) requiring notice of 
proposed rulemaking, opportunity for public participation, and delay in 
effective date are inapplicable. Because no notice of proposed 
rulemaking is required for this rule, the Regulatory Flexibility Act (5 
U.S.C. 601-612) does not apply.

Paperwork Reduction Act

    The collections of information related to the Regulations are 
contained in 31 CFR part 501 (the ``Reporting, Procedures and Penalties 
Regulations''). Pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 
U.S.C. 3507), those collections of information have been approved by 
the Office of Management and Budget under control number 1505-0164. An 
agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to 
respond to, a collection of information unless the collection of 
information displays a valid control number.

List of Subjects in 31 CFR Parts 510, 525, 526, 536, 542, 544, 546, 
547, 548, 549, 550, 551, 552, 553, 555, 558, 560, 562, 569, 570, 
576, 578, 579, 582, 583, 584, 585, 587, 588, 589, 590, 591, 594, 
598, and 599

    Administrative practice and procedure, Banks, Banking, Blocking of 
assets, Credit, Foreign trade, Penalties, Reporting and recordkeeping 
requirements, Sanctions, Securities, Services.

    For the reasons set forth in the preamble, OFAC amends 31 CFR 
chapter V as follows:

PART 510--NORTH KOREA SANCTIONS REGULATIONS

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1. The authority citation for part 510 continues to read as follows:

    Authority:  3 U.S.C. 301; 31 U.S.C. 321(b); 50 U.S.C. 1601-1651, 
1701-1706; 22 U.S.C. 287c, 9201-9255; Pub. L. 101-410, 104 Stat. 
890, as amended (28 U.S.C. 2461 note); Pub. L. 115-44, 131 Stat. 886 
(codified in scattered sections of 22 U.S.C.); E.O. 13466, 73 FR 
36787, 3 CFR, 2008 Comp., p. 195; E.O. 13551, 75 FR 53837, 3 CFR, 
2010 Comp., p. 242; E.O. 13570, 76 FR 22291, 3 CFR, 2011 Comp., p. 
233; E.O. 13687, 80 FR 819, 3 CFR, 2015 Comp., p. 259; E.O. 13722, 
81 FR 14943, 3 CFR, 2016 Comp., p. 446; E.O. 13810, 82 FR 44705, 3 
CFR, 2017 Comp., p. 379.

Subpart B--Prohibitions

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2. Amend Sec.  510.201 as follows:
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a. In note 5 to paragraph (a), in the second sentence:
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i. Remove ``The names'' and add in its place ``Except as described in 
note 6 to this paragraph (a), the names''; and
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ii. Remove the word ``also.''
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b. Redesignate note 6 to paragraph (a) as note 7 to paragraph (a).
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c. Add new note 6 to paragraph (a).
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d. Revise newly designated note 7 to paragraph (a).
    The addition and revision read as follows:


Sec.  510.201  Prohibited transactions involving blocked property.

    (a) * * *

    Note 6 to paragraph (a).  In certain cases, OFAC may issue an 
order to: identify as blocked specific property or interests in 
property of a person designated or otherwise blocked pursuant to 
this section; block specific property or interests in property of a 
person pending investigation; or block or impose other prohibitions 
with respect to specific property or interests in property less than 
full blocking sanctions. Notice of such orders will be provided: by 
publication in the Federal Register; in writing to persons OFAC may 
assess to have an interest in the property; or by issuing an order 
or directive in writing to financial institutions or other 
transaction intermediaries, and requiring the recipient of the order 
or directive to promptly disclose it to affected persons with whom 
the recipient maintains direct commercial relationships. Inquiries 
regarding any such order should be directed to OFAC's Compliance 
Division at 202-622-2490 or https://ofac.treasury.gov/contact-ofac.


    Note 7 to paragraph (a).  Subpart E of part 501 of this chapter 
describes the procedures to be followed for the release of property 
and interests in property blocked pursuant to this section, 
including funds blocked due to mistaken identity or typographical or 
similar errors, and for administrative reconsideration of one's 
status as a person whose property and interests in property are 
blocked pursuant to this paragraph (a).

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PART 525--BURMA SANCTIONS REGULATIONS

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3. The authority citation for part 525 is revised to read as follows:

    Authority:  3 U.S.C. 301; 31 U.S.C. 321(b); 50 U.S.C. 1601-1651, 
1701-1706; Pub. L. 101-410, 104 Stat. 890, as amended (28 U.S.C. 
2461 note); E.O. 14014, 86 FR 9429, 3 CFR, 2021 Comp., p. 514.

Subpart B--Prohibitions

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4. Amend Sec.  525.201 as follows:
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a. In note 2 to Sec.  525.201, in the second sentence:

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i. Remove ``The names'' and add in its place ``Except as described in 
note 3 to this section, the names''; and
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ii. Remove the word ``also.''
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b. Redesignate note 3 to Sec.  525.201 as note 4 to Sec.  525.201.
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c. Add new note 3 to Sec.  525.201.
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d. Revise newly designated note 4 to Sec.  525.201.
    The addition and revision read as follows:


Sec.  525.201  Prohibited transactions.

* * * * *

    Note 3 to Sec.  525.201. In certain cases, OFAC may issue an 
order to: identify as blocked specific property or interests in 
property of a person designated or otherwise blocked pursuant to 
this section; block specific property or interests in property of a 
person pending investigation; or block or impose other prohibitions 
with respect to specific property or interests in property less than 
full blocking sanctions. Notice of such orders will be provided: by 
publication in the Federal Register; in writing to persons OFAC may 
assess to have an interest in the property; or by issuing an order 
or directive in writing to financial institutions or other 
transaction intermediaries, and requiring the recipient of the order 
or directive to promptly disclose it to affected persons with whom 
the recipient maintains direct commercial relationships. Inquiries 
regarding any such order should be directed to OFAC's Compliance 
Division at 202-622-2490 or https://ofac.treasury.gov/contact-ofac.


    Note 4 to Sec.  525.201. Subpart E of part 501 of this chapter 
describes the procedures to be followed for the release of property 
and interests in property blocked pursuant to this section, 
including funds blocked due to mistaken identity or typographical or 
similar errors, and for administrative reconsideration of one's 
status as a person whose property and interests in property are 
blocked pursuant to this section.

PART 526--HOSTAGES AND WRONGFUL DETENTION SANCTIONS REGULATIONS

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5. The authority citation for part 526 is revised to read as follows:

    Authority:  3 U.S.C. 301; 22 U.S.C. 1741 et seq.; 31 U.S.C. 
321(b); 50 U.S.C. 1601-1651, 1701-1706; Pub. L. 101-410, 104 Stat. 
890, as amended (28 U.S.C. 2461 note); E.O. 14078, 87 FR 43389, 3 
CFR, 2022 Comp., p. 407.

Subpart B--Prohibitions

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6. Amend Sec.  526.201 as follows:
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a. In note 2 to Sec.  526.201, in the second sentence:
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i. Remove ``The names'' and add in its place ``Except as described in 
note 3 to this section, the names''; and
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ii. Remove the word ``also.''
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b. Redesignate note 3 to Sec.  526.201 as note 4 to Sec.  526.201.
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c. Add new note 3 to Sec.  526.201.
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d. Revise newly designated note 4 to Sec.  526.201.
    The additions and revision read as follows:


Sec.  526.201  Prohibited transactions.

* * * * *

    Note 3 to Sec.  526.201. In certain cases, OFAC may issue an 
order to: identify as blocked specific property or interests in 
property of a person designated or otherwise blocked pursuant to 
this section; block specific property or interests in property of a 
person pending investigation; or block or impose other prohibitions 
with respect to specific property or interests in property less than 
full blocking sanctions. Notice of such orders will be provided: by 
publication in the Federal Register; in writing to persons OFAC may 
assess to have an interest in the property; or by issuing an order 
or directive in writing to financial institutions or other 
transaction intermediaries, and requiring the recipient of the order 
or directive to promptly disclose it to affected persons with whom 
the recipient maintains direct commercial relationships. Inquiries 
regarding any such order should be directed to OFAC's Compliance 
Division at 202-622-2490 or https://ofac.treasury.gov/contact-ofac.


    Note 4 to Sec.  526.201. Subpart E of part 501 of this chapter 
describes the procedures to be followed for the release of property 
and interests in property blocked pursuant to this section, 
including funds blocked due to mistaken identity or typographical or 
similar errors, and for administrative reconsideration of one's 
status as a person whose property and interests in property are 
blocked pursuant to paragraph (a) of this section.

PART 536--NARCOTICS TRAFFICKING SANCTIONS REGULATIONS

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7. The authority citation for part 536 continues to read as follows:

    Authority:  3 U.S.C. 301; 31 U.S.C. 321(b); 50 U.S.C. 1601-1651, 
1701-1706; Pub. L. 101-410, 104 Stat. 890, as amended (28 U.S.C. 
2461 note); E.O. 12978, 60 FR 54579, 3 CFR, 1995 Comp., p. 415; E.O. 
13286, 68 FR 10619, 3 CFR, 2003 Comp., p. 166.

Subpart B--Prohibitions

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8. Amend Sec.  536.201 by revising note 2 to the section to read as 
follows:


Sec.  536.201  Prohibited transactions.

* * * * *

    Note 2 to Sec.  536.201. Subpart E of part 501 of this chapter 
describes the procedures to be followed for the release of property 
and interests in property blocked pursuant to this section, 
including funds blocked due to mistaken identity or typographical or 
similar errors, and for administrative reconsideration of one's 
status as a person whose property and interests in property are 
blocked pursuant to paragraph (a) of this section.

Subpart C--Definitions

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9. Amend Sec.  536.312 as follows:
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a. In note 2 to Sec.  536.312, in the second sentence:
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i. Remove ``The names'' and add in its place ``Except as described in 
note 3 to this section, the names''; and
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ii. Remove the word ``also.''
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b. Redesignate note 3 to Sec.  536.312 as note 4 to Sec.  536.312.
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c. Add new note 3 to Sec.  536.312.
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d. Revise newly designated note 4 to Sec.  536.312.
    The addition and revision read as follows:


Sec.  536.312  Specially designated narcotics trafficker.

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    Note 3 to Sec.  536.312. In certain cases, OFAC may issue an 
order to: identify as blocked specific property or interests in 
property of a specially designated narcotics trafficker; block 
specific property or interests in property of a person pending 
investigation; or block or impose other prohibitions with respect to 
specific property or interests in property less than full blocking 
sanctions. Notice of such orders will be provided: by publication in 
the Federal Register; in writing to persons OFAC may assess to have 
an interest in the property; or by issuing an order or directive in 
writing to financial institutions or other transaction 
intermediaries, and requiring the recipient of the order or 
directive to promptly disclose it to affected persons with whom the 
recipient maintains direct commercial relationships. Inquiries 
regarding any such order should be directed to OFAC's Compliance 
Division at 202-622-2490 or https://ofac.treasury.gov/contact-ofac.


    Note 4 to Sec.  536.312. Subpart E of part 501 of this chapter 
describes the procedures to be followed for the release of property 
and interests in property blocked pursuant to this section, 
including funds blocked due to mistaken identity or typographical or 
similar errors, and for administrative reconsideration of one's 
status as a person whose property and interests in property are 
blocked pursuant to paragraph (a) of this section.

PART 542--SYRIAN SANCTIONS REGULATIONS

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10. The authority citation for part 542 continues to read as follows:

    Authority:  3 U.S.C. 301; 31 U.S.C. 321(b); 18 U.S.C. 2332d; 22 
U.S.C. 287c; 22 U.S.C. 8791-8793; 22 U.S.C. 9528; 50 U.S.C. 1601-
1651, 1701-1706; Pub. L. 108-175 (22 U.S.C. 2151 note); Pub. L. 116-
92, Div. F, Title LXXIV, 133 Stat. 2291 (22 U.S.C. 8791 note); Pub. 
L. 101-410, 104 Stat. 890, as amended (28 U.S.C. 2461 note); E.O. 
13338, 69 FR 26751, 3 CFR, 2004 Comp., p. 168; E.O. 13399, 71 FR 
25059, 3 CFR, 2006 Comp., p. 218; E.O. 13460, 73 FR 8991, 3 CFR 2008 
Comp., p. 181; E.O. 13572, 76 FR 24787, 3 CFR 2011 Comp., p. 236; 
E.O. 13573, 76 FR

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29143, 3 CFR 2011 Comp., p. 241; E.O. 13582, 76 FR 52209, 3 CFR 2011 
Comp., p. 264; E.O. 13606, 77 FR 24571, 3 CFR 2012 Comp., p. 243; 
E.O.13608, 77 FR 26409, 3 CFR, 2012 Comp., p. 252.

Subpart B--Prohibitions

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11. Amend Sec.  542.201 as follows:
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a. Redesignate note 3 to Sec.  542.201 as note 4 to Sec.  542.201.
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b. Add new note 3 to Sec.  542.201.
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c. Revise newly designated note 4 to Sec.  542.201.
    The addition and revision read as follows:


Sec.  542.201  Prohibited transactions involving blocked property.

* * * * *

    Note 3 to Sec.  542.201. In certain cases, OFAC may issue an 
order to: identify as blocked specific property or interests in 
property of a person designated or otherwise blocked pursuant to 
this section; block specific property or interests in property of a 
person pending investigation; or block or impose other prohibitions 
with respect to specific property or interests in property less than 
full blocking sanctions. Notice of such orders will be provided: by 
publication in the Federal Register; in writing to persons OFAC may 
assess to have an interest in the property; or by issuing an order 
or directive in writing to financial institutions or other 
transaction intermediaries, and requiring the recipient of the order 
or directive to promptly disclose it to affected persons with whom 
the recipient maintains direct commercial relationships. Inquiries 
regarding any such order should be directed to OFAC's Compliance 
Division at 202-622-2490 or https://ofac.treasury.gov/contact-ofac.


    Note 4 to Sec.  542.201. Subpart E of part 501 of this chapter 
describes the procedures to be followed for the release of property 
and interests in property blocked pursuant to this section, 
including funds blocked due to mistaken identity or typographical or 
similar errors, and for administrative reconsideration of one's 
status as a person whose property and interests in property are 
blocked pursuant to paragraph (a) of this section.

PART 544--WEAPONS OF MASS DESTRUCTION PROLIFERATORS SANCTIONS 
REGULATIONS

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12. The authority citation for part 544 continues to read as follows:

    Authority:  3 U.S.C. 301; 31 U.S.C. 321(b); 50 U.S.C. 1601-1651, 
1701-1706; Pub. L. 101-410, 104 Stat. 890, as amended (28 U.S.C. 
2461 note); E.O. 12938, 59 FR 59099, 3 CFR, 1994 Comp., p. 950; E.O. 
13094, 63 FR 40803, 3 CFR, 1998 Comp., p. 200; E.O. 13382, 70 FR 
38567, 3 CFR, 2005 Comp., p. 170.

Subpart B--Prohibitions

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13. Amend Sec.  544.201 as follows:
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a. In note 2 to paragraph (a) of Sec.  544.201, in the second sentence:
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i. Remove ``The names'' and add in its place ``Except as described in 
note 3 to this paragraph (a), the names''; and
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ii. Remove the word ``also.''
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b. Redesignate note 3 to paragraph (a) of Sec.  544.201 as note 4 to 
paragraph (a).
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c. Add new note 3 to paragraph (a).
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d. Revise newly designated note 4 to paragraph (a).
    The addition and revision read as follows:


Sec.  544.201  Prohibited transactions involving blocked property.

    (a) * * *

    Note 3 to paragraph (a). In certain cases, OFAC may issue an 
order to: identify as blocked specific property or interests in 
property of a person designated or otherwise blocked pursuant to 
this section; block specific property or interests in property of a 
person pending investigation; or block or impose other prohibitions 
with respect to specific property or interests in property less than 
full blocking sanctions. Notice of such orders will be provided: by 
publication in the Federal Register; in writing to persons OFAC may 
assess to have an interest in the property; or by issuing an order 
or directive in writing to financial institutions or other 
transaction intermediaries, and requiring the recipient of the order 
or directive to promptly disclose it to affected persons with whom 
the recipient maintains direct commercial relationships. Inquiries 
regarding any such order should be directed to OFAC's Compliance 
Division at 202-622-2490 or https://ofac.treasury.gov/contact-ofac.


    Note 4 to paragraph (a). Subpart E of part 501 of this chapter 
describes the procedures to be followed for the release of property 
and interests in property blocked pursuant to this section, 
including funds blocked due to mistaken identity or typographical or 
similar errors, and for administrative reconsideration of one's 
status as a person whose property and interests in property are 
blocked pursuant to this paragraph (a).

* * * * *

PART 546--SUDAN STABILIZATION SANCTIONS REGULATIONS

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14. The authority citation for part 546 continues to read as follows:

    Authority:  3 U.S.C. 301; 31 U.S.C. 321(b); 50 U.S.C. 1601-1651, 
1701-1706; 22 U.S.C. 287c; Pub. L. 101-410, 104 Stat. 890, as 
amended (28 U.S.C. 2461 note); E.O. 13067, 62 FR 59989, 3 CFR, 1997 
Comp., p. 230; E.O. 13400, 71 FR 25483, 3 CFR, 2006 Comp., p. 220; 
E.O. 14098, 88 FR 29529.

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15. Amend Sec.  546.201 as follows:
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a. In note 2 to Sec.  546.201, in the second sentence:
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i. Remove ``The names'' and add in its place ``Except as described in 
note 3 to this section, the names''; and
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ii. Remove the word ``also.''
0
b. Redesignate note 3 to Sec.  546.201 as note 4 to Sec.  546.201.
0
c. Add new note 3 to Sec.  546.201.
0
d. Revise newly designated note 4 to Sec.  546.201.
    The addition and revision read as follows:


Sec.  546.201  Prohibited transactions involving blocked property.

* * * * *

    Note 3 to Sec.  546.201. In certain cases, OFAC may issue an 
order to: identify as blocked specific property or interests in 
property of a person designated or otherwise blocked pursuant to 
this section; block specific property or interests in property of a 
person pending investigation; or block or impose other prohibitions 
with respect to specific property or interests in property less than 
full blocking sanctions. Notice of such orders will be provided: by 
publication in the Federal Register; in writing to persons OFAC may 
assess to have an interest in the property; or by issuing an order 
or directive in writing to financial institutions or other 
transaction intermediaries, and requiring the recipient of the order 
or directive to promptly disclose it to affected persons with whom 
the recipient maintains direct commercial relationships. Inquiries 
regarding any such order should be directed to OFAC's Compliance 
Division at 202-622-2490 or https://ofac.treasury.gov/contact-ofac.


    Note 4 to Sec.  546.201. Subpart E of part 501 of this chapter 
describes the procedures to be followed for the release of property 
and interests in property blocked pursuant to this section, 
including funds blocked due to mistaken identity or typographical or 
similar errors, and for administrative reconsideration of one's 
status as a person whose property and interests in property are 
blocked pursuant to paragraph (a) of this section.

PART 547--DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF THE CONGO SANCTIONS REGULATIONS

0
16. The authority citation for part 547 continues to read as follows:

    Authority:  3 U.S.C. 301; 31 U.S.C. 321(b); 50 U.S.C. 1601-1651, 
1701-1706; 22 U.S.C. 287c; Pub. L. 101-410, 104 Stat. 890, as 
amended (28 U.S.C. 2461 note); E.O. 13413, 71 FR 64105, 3 CFR, 2006 
Comp., p. 247; E.O. 13671, 79 FR 39949, 3 CFR, 2015 Comp., p. 280.

Subpart B--Prohibitions

0
17. Amend Sec.  547.201 as follows:
0
a. In note 2 to paragraph (a), in the second sentence:
0
i. Remove ``The names'' and add in its place ``Except as described in 
note 3 to this paragraph (a), the names''; and
0
ii. Remove the word ``also.''
0
b. Redesignate note 3 to paragraph (a) as note 4 to paragraph (a).
0
c. Add new note 3 to paragraph (a).
0
d. Revise newly designated note 4 to paragraph (a).
    The addition and revision read as follows:

[[Page 75960]]

Sec.  547.201  Prohibited transactions involving blocked property.

    (a) * * *

    Note 3 to paragraph (a). In certain cases, OFAC may issue an 
order to: identify as blocked specific property or interests in 
property of a person designated or otherwise blocked pursuant to 
this section; block specific property or interests in property of a 
person pending investigation; or block or impose other prohibitions 
with respect to specific property or interests in property less than 
full blocking sanctions. Notice of such orders will be provided: by 
publication in the Federal Register; in writing to persons OFAC may 
assess to have an interest in the property; or by issuing an order 
or directive in writing to financial institutions or other 
transaction intermediaries, and requiring the recipient of the order 
or directive to promptly disclose it to affected persons with whom 
the recipient maintains direct commercial relationships. Inquiries 
regarding any such order should be directed to OFAC's Compliance 
Division at 202-622-2490 or https://ofac.treasury.gov/contact-ofac.


    Note 4 to paragraph (a). Subpart E of part 501 of this chapter 
describes the procedures to be followed for the release of property 
and interests in property blocked pursuant to this section, 
including funds blocked due to mistaken identity or typographical or 
similar errors, and for administrative reconsideration of one's 
status as a person whose property and interests in property are 
blocked pursuant to this paragraph (a).

* * * * *

PART 548--BELARUS SANCTIONS REGULATIONS

0
18. The authority citation for part 548 continues to read as follows:

    Authority:  3 U.S.C. 301; 31 U.S.C. 321(b); 50 U.S.C. 1601-1651, 
1701-1706; Pub. L. 101-410, 104 Stat. 890, as amended (28 U.S.C. 
2461 note); E.O. 13405, 71 FR 35485, 3 CFR, 2006 Comp., p. 231; E.O. 
14038, 86 FR 43905, 3 CFR, 2021 Comp., p. 626.

Subpart B--Prohibitions

0
19. Amend Sec.  548.201 as follows:
0
a. In note 2 to Sec.  548.201, in the second sentence:
0
i. Remove ``The names'' and add in its place ``Except as described in 
note 3 to this section, the names''; and
0
ii. Remove the word ``also.''
0
b. Redesignate note 3 to Sec.  548.201 as note 4 to Sec.  548.201.
0
c. Add new note 3 to Sec.  548.201.
0
d. Revise newly designated note 4 to Sec.  548.201.
    The addition and revision read as follows:


Sec.  548.201  Prohibited transactions involving blocked property.

* * * * *

    Note 3 to Sec.  548.201. In certain cases, OFAC may issue an 
order to: identify as blocked specific property or interests in 
property of a person designated or otherwise blocked pursuant to 
this section; block specific property or interests in property of a 
person pending investigation; or block or impose other prohibitions 
with respect to specific property or interests in property less than 
full blocking sanctions. Notice of such orders will be provided: by 
publication in the Federal Register; in writing to persons OFAC may 
assess to have an interest in the property; or by issuing an order 
or directive in writing to financial institutions or other 
transaction intermediaries, and requiring the recipient of the order 
or directive to promptly disclose it to affected persons with whom 
the recipient maintains direct commercial relationships. Inquiries 
regarding any such order should be directed to OFAC's Compliance 
Division at 202-622-2490 or https://ofac.treasury.gov/contact-ofac.


    Note 4 to Sec.  548.201. Subpart E of part 501 of this chapter 
describes the procedures to be followed for the release of property 
and interests in property blocked pursuant to this section, 
including funds blocked due to mistaken identity or typographical or 
similar errors, and for administrative reconsideration of one's 
status as a person whose property and interests in property are 
blocked pursuant to paragraph (a) of this section.

PART 549--LEBANON SANCTIONS REGULATIONS

0
20. The authority citation for part 549 continues to read as follows:

    Authority:  3 U.S.C. 301; 31 U.S.C. 321(b); 50 U.S.C. 1601-1651, 
1701-1706; Pub. L. 101-410, 104 Stat. 890, as amended (28 U.S.C. 
2461 note); E.O. 13441, 72 FR 43499, 3 CFR, 2008 Comp., p. 232.

Subpart B--Prohibitions

0
21. Amend Sec.  549.201 as follows:
0
a. In note 2 to paragraph (a) of Sec.  549.201, in the second sentence:
0
i. Remove ``The names'' and add in its place ``Except as described in 
note 3 to this paragraph (a), the names''; and
0
ii. Remove ``also''.
0
b. Redesignate note 3 to paragraph (a) of Sec.  549.201 as note 4 to 
paragraph (a).
0
c. Add new note 3 to paragraph (a).
0
d. Revise newly redesignated note 4 to paragraph (a).
    The addition and revision read as follows:


Sec.  549.201  Prohibited transactions involving blocked property.

    (a) * * *

    Note 3 to paragraph (a).  In certain cases, OFAC may issue an 
order to: identify as blocked specific property or interests in 
property of a person designated or otherwise blocked pursuant to 
this section; block specific property or interests in property of a 
person pending investigation; or block or impose other prohibitions 
with respect to specific property or interests in property less than 
full blocking sanctions. Notice of such orders will be provided: by 
publication in the Federal Register; in writing to persons OFAC may 
assess to have an interest in the property; or by issuing an order 
or directive in writing to financial institutions or other 
transaction intermediaries, and requiring the recipient of the order 
or directive to promptly disclose it to affected persons with whom 
the recipient maintains direct commercial relationships. Inquiries 
regarding any such order should be directed to OFAC's Compliance 
Division at 202-622-2490 or https://ofac.treasury.gov/contact-ofac.


    Note 4 to paragraph (a). Subpart E of part 501 of this chapter 
describes the procedures to be followed for the release of property 
and interests in property blocked pursuant to this section, 
including funds blocked due to mistaken identity or typographical or 
similar errors, and for administrative reconsideration of one's 
status as a person whose property and interests in property are 
blocked pursuant to this paragraph (a).

* * * * *

PART 550--ETHIOPIA SANCTIONS REGULATIONS

0
22. The authority citation for part 550 is revised to read as follows:

    Authority:  3 U.S.C. 301; 31 U.S.C. 321(b); 50 U.S.C. 1601-1651, 
1701-1706; Pub. L. 101-410, 104 Stat. 890, as amended (28 U.S.C. 
2461 note); E.O. 14046, 86 FR 52389, 3 CFR, 2022 Comp., p. 549.

Subpart B--Prohibitions

0
23. Amend Sec.  550.201 as follows:
0
a. In note 2 to Sec.  550.201, in the second sentence:
0
i. Remove ``The names'' and add in its place ``Except as described in 
note 3 to this section, the names''; and
0
ii. Remove ``also''.
0
b. Revise notes 3 and 5 to Sec.  550.201.
    The addition and revision read as follows:


Sec.  550.201  Prohibited transactions.

* * * * *

    Note 3 to Sec.  550.201. In certain cases, OFAC may issue an 
order to: identify as blocked specific property or interests in 
property of a person designated or otherwise blocked pursuant to 
this section; block specific property or interests in property of a 
person pending investigation; or block or impose other prohibitions 
with respect to specific property or interests in property less than 
full blocking sanctions. Notice of such orders will be provided: by 
publication in the Federal Register; in writing to persons OFAC may 
assess to have an interest in the property; or by issuing an order 
or directive in writing to financial institutions or other 
transaction intermediaries, and requiring the recipient of the order 
or directive to promptly disclose it to affected persons with whom 
the recipient maintains direct commercial relationships. Inquiries 
regarding any such order should be

[[Page 75961]]

directed to OFAC's Compliance Division at 202-622-2490 or https://ofac.treasury.gov/contact-ofac.

* * * * *

    Note 5 to Sec.  550.201. Subpart E of part 501 of this chapter 
describes the procedures to be followed for the release of property 
and interests in property blocked pursuant to this section, 
including funds blocked due to mistaken identity or typographical or 
similar errors, and for administrative reconsideration of one's 
status as a person whose property and interests in property are 
blocked pursuant to paragraph (a) of this section.

PART 551--SOMALIA SANCTIONS REGULATIONS

0
24. The authority citation for part 551 continues to read as follows:

    Authority:  3 U.S.C. 301; 31 U.S.C. 321(b); 50 U.S.C. 1601-1651, 
1701-1706; 22 U.S.C. 287c; Pub. L. 101-410, 104 Stat. 890, as 
amended (28 U.S.C. 2461 note); E.O. 13536, 75 FR 19869, 3 CFR, 2010 
Comp., p. 203; E.O. 13620, 77 FR 43483, 3 CFR, 2012 Comp., p. 281.

Subpart B--Prohibitions

0
25. Amend Sec.  551.201 as follows:
0
a. In note 2 to Sec.  551.201, in the second sentence:
0
i. Remove ``The names'' and add in its place ``Except as described in 
note 3 to this section, the names''; and
0
ii. Remove ``also''.
0
b. Redesignate note 3 to Sec.  551.201 as note 4 to Sec.  551.201.
0
c. Add new note 3 to Sec.  551.201.
0
d. Revise newly redesignated note 4 to Sec.  551.201.
    The addition and revision read as follows:


Sec.  551.201  Prohibited transactions.

* * * * *

    Note 3 to Sec.  551.201. In certain cases, OFAC may issue an 
order to: identify as blocked specific property or interests in 
property of a person designated or otherwise blocked pursuant to 
this section; block specific property or interests in property of a 
person pending investigation; or block or impose other prohibitions 
with respect to specific property or interests in property less than 
full blocking sanctions. Notice of such orders will be provided: by 
publication in the Federal Register; in writing to persons OFAC may 
assess to have an interest in the property; or by issuing an order 
or directive in writing to financial institutions or other 
transaction intermediaries, and requiring the recipient of the order 
or directive to promptly disclose it to affected persons with whom 
the recipient maintains direct commercial relationships. Inquiries 
regarding any such order should be directed to OFAC's Compliance 
Division at 202-622-2490 or https://ofac.treasury.gov/contact-ofac.


    Note 4 to Sec.  551.201. Subpart E of part 501 of this chapter 
describes the procedures to be followed for the release of property 
and interests in property blocked pursuant to this section, 
including funds blocked due to mistaken identity or typographical or 
similar errors, and for administrative reconsideration of one's 
status as a person whose property and interests in property are 
blocked pursuant to paragraph (a) of this section.

PART 552--YEMEN SANCTIONS REGULATIONS

0
26. The authority citation for part 552 continues to read as follows:

    Authority:  3 U.S.C. 301; 31 U.S.C. 321(b); 50 U.S.C. 1601-1651, 
1701-1706; Pub. L. 101-410, 104 Stat. 890, as amended (28 U.S.C. 
2461 note); E.O. 13611, 77 FR 29533, 3 CFR, 2012 Comp., p. 260.

Subpart B--Prohibitions

0
27. Amend Sec.  552.201 as follows:
0
a. In note 2 to Sec.  552.201, in the second sentence:
0
i. Remove ``The names'' and add in its place ``Except as described in 
note 3 to this section, the names''; and
0
ii. Remove ``also''.
0
b. Redesignate note 3 to Sec.  552.201 as note 4 to Sec.  552.201.
0
c. Add new note 3 to Sec.  552.201.
0
d. Revise newly redesignated note 4 to Sec.  552.201.
    The addition and revision read as follows:


Sec.  552.201  Prohibited transactions.

* * * * *

    Note 3 to Sec.  552.201. In certain cases, OFAC may issue an 
order to: identify as blocked specific property or interests in 
property of a person designated or otherwise blocked pursuant to 
this section; block specific property or interests in property of a 
person pending investigation; or block or impose other prohibitions 
with respect to specific property or interests in property less than 
full blocking sanctions. Notice of such orders will be provided: by 
publication in the Federal Register; in writing to persons OFAC may 
assess to have an interest in the property; or by issuing an order 
or directive in writing to financial institutions or other 
transaction intermediaries, and requiring the recipient of the order 
or directive to promptly disclose it to affected persons with whom 
the recipient maintains direct commercial relationships. Inquiries 
regarding any such order should be directed to OFAC's Compliance 
Division at 202-622-2490 or https://ofac.treasury.gov/contact-ofac.


    Note 4 to Sec.  552.201. Subpart E of part 501 of this chapter 
describes the procedures to be followed for the release of property 
and interests in property blocked pursuant to this section, 
including funds blocked due to mistaken identity or typographical or 
similar errors, and for administrative reconsideration of one's 
status as a person whose property and interests in property are 
blocked pursuant to paragraph (a) of this section.

PART 553--CENTRAL AFRICAN REPUBLIC SANCTIONS REGULATIONS

0
28. The authority citation for part 553 continues to read as follows:

    Authority:  3 U.S.C. 301; 31 U.S.C. 321(b); 50 U.S.C. 1601-1651, 
1701-1706; 22 U.S.C. 287c; Pub. L. 101-410, 104 Stat. 890, as 
amended (28 U.S.C. 2461 note); E.O. 13667, 79 FR 28387, 3 CFR, 2014 
Comp., p. 243.

Subpart B--Prohibitions

0
29. Amend Sec.  553.201 as follows:
0
a. In note 2 to Sec.  553.201, in the second sentence:
0
i. Remove ``The names'' and add in its place ``Except as described in 
note 3 to this section, the names''; and
0
ii. Remove ``also''.
0
b. Redesignate note 3 to Sec.  553.201 as note 4 to Sec.  553.201.
0
c. Add new note 3 to Sec.  553.201.
0
d. Revise newly redesignated note 4 to Sec.  553.201.
    The addition and revision read as follows:


Sec.  553.201  Prohibited transactions.

* * * * *

    Note 3 to Sec.  553.201. In certain cases, OFAC may issue an 
order to: identify as blocked specific property or interests in 
property of a person designated or otherwise blocked pursuant to 
this section; block specific property or interests in property of a 
person pending investigation; or block or impose other prohibitions 
with respect to specific property or interests in property less than 
full blocking sanctions. Notice of such orders will be provided: by 
publication in the Federal Register; in writing to persons OFAC may 
assess to have an interest in the property; or by issuing an order 
or directive in writing to financial institutions or other 
transaction intermediaries, and requiring the recipient of the order 
or directive to promptly disclose it to affected persons with whom 
the recipient maintains direct commercial relationships. Inquiries 
regarding any such order should be directed to OFAC's Compliance 
Division at 202-622-2490 or https://ofac.treasury.gov/contact-ofac.


    Note 4 to Sec.  553.201. Subpart E of part 501 of this chapter 
describes the procedures to be followed for the release of property 
and interests in property blocked pursuant to this section, 
including funds blocked due to mistaken identity or typographical or 
similar errors, and for administrative reconsideration of one's 
status as a person whose property and interests in property are 
blocked pursuant to paragraph (a) of this section.

PART 555--MALI SANCTIONS REGULATIONS

0
30. The authority citation for part 555 continues to read as follows:

    Authority:  3 U.S.C. 301; 22 U.S.C. 287c; 31 U.S.C. 321(b); 50 
U.S.C. 1601-1651, 1701-

[[Page 75962]]

1706; Pub. L. 101-410, 104 Stat. 890, as amended (28 U.S.C. 2461 
note); E.O. 13882, 84 FR 37055, 3 CFR, 2019 Comp., p. 346.

Subpart B--Prohibitions

0
31. Amend Sec.  555.201 as follows: an
0
a. In note 2 to Sec.  555.201, in the second sentence:
0
i. Remove ``The names'' and add in its place ``Except as described in 
note 3 to this section, the names''; and
0
ii. Remove the word ``also.''
0
b. Redesignate note 3 to Sec.  555.201 as note 4 to Sec.  555.201.
0
c. Add new note 3 Sec.  555.201.
0
d. Revise newly designated note 4 to Sec.  555.201.
    The addition and revision read as follows:


Sec.  555.201  Prohibited transactions.

* * * * *

    Note 3 to Sec.  555.201. In certain cases, OFAC may issue an 
order to: identify as blocked specific property or interests in 
property of a person designated or otherwise blocked pursuant to 
this section; block specific property or interests in property of a 
person pending investigation; or block or impose other prohibitions 
with respect to specific property or interests in property less than 
full blocking sanctions. Notice of such orders will be provided: by 
publication in the Federal Register; in writing to persons OFAC may 
assess to have an interest in the property; or by issuing an order 
or directive in writing to financial institutions or other 
transaction intermediaries, and requiring the recipient of the order 
or directive to promptly disclose it to affected persons with whom 
the recipient maintains direct commercial relationships. Inquiries 
regarding any such order should be directed to OFAC's Compliance 
Division at 202-622-2490 or https://ofac.treasury.gov/contact-ofac.


    Note 4 to Sec.  555.201. Subpart E of part 501 of this chapter 
describes the procedures to be followed for the release of property 
and interests in property blocked pursuant to this section, 
including funds blocked due to mistaken identity or typographical or 
similar errors, and for administrative reconsideration of one's 
status as a person whose property and interests in property are 
blocked pursuant to paragraph (a) of this section.

PART 558--SOUTH SUDAN SANCTIONS REGULATIONS

0
32. The authority citation for part 558 continues to read as follows:

    Authority:  3 U.S.C. 301; 31 U.S.C. 321(b); 50 U.S.C. 1601-1651, 
1701-1706; Pub. L. 101-410, 104 Stat. 890, as amended (28 U.S.C. 
2461 note); E.O. 13664, 79 FR 19283, 3 CFR, 2014 Comp., p. 238.

Subpart B--Prohibitions

0
33. Amend Sec.  558.201 as follows:
0
a. In note 2 to Sec.  558.201, in the second sentence:
0
i. Remove ``The names'' and add in its place ``Except as described in 
note 3 to this section, the names''; and
0
ii. Remove the word ``also.''
0
b. Redesignate note 3 to Sec.  558.201 as note 4 to Sec.  558.201.
0
c. Add new note 3 to Sec.  558.201.
0
d. Revise newly designated note 4 to Sec.  558.201.
    The addition and revision read as follows:


Sec.  558.201  Prohibited transactions.

* * * * *

    Note 3 to Sec.  558.201. In certain cases, OFAC may issue an 
order to: identify as blocked specific property or interests in 
property of a person designated or otherwise blocked pursuant to 
this section; block specific property or interests in property of a 
person pending investigation; or block or impose other prohibitions 
with respect to specific property or interests in property less than 
full blocking sanctions. Notice of such orders will be provided: by 
publication in the Federal Register; in writing to persons OFAC may 
assess to have an interest in the property; or by issuing an order 
or directive in writing to financial institutions or other 
transaction intermediaries, and requiring the recipient of the order 
or directive to promptly disclose it to affected persons with whom 
the recipient maintains direct commercial relationships. Inquiries 
regarding any such order should be directed to OFAC's Compliance 
Division at 202-622-2490 or https://ofac.treasury.gov/contact-ofac.


    Note 4 to Sec.  558.201. Subpart E of part 501 of this chapter 
describes the procedures to be followed for the release of property 
and interests in property blocked pursuant to this section, 
including funds blocked due to mistaken identity or typographical or 
similar errors, and for administrative reconsideration of one's 
status as a person whose property and interests in property are 
blocked pursuant to paragraph (a) of this section.

PART 560--IRANIAN TRANSACTIONS AND SANCTIONS REGULATIONS

0
34. The authority citation for part 560 continues to read as follows:

    Authority:  3 U.S.C. 301; 18 U.S.C. 2339B, 2332d; 22 U.S.C. 
2349aa-9, 7201-7211, 8501-8551, 8701-8795; 31 U.S.C. 321(b); 50 
U.S.C. 1601-1651, 1701-1706; Pub. L. 101-410, 104 Stat. 890, as 
amended (28 U.S.C. 2461 note); E.O. 12613, 52 FR 41940, 3 CFR, 1987 
Comp., p. 256; E.O. 12957, 60 FR 14615, 3 CFR, 1995 Comp., p. 332; 
E.O. 12959, 60 FR 24757, 3 CFR, 1995 Comp., p. 356; E.O. 13059, 62 
FR 44531, 3 CFR, 1997 Comp., p. 217; E.O. 13599, 77 FR 6659, 3 CFR, 
2012 Comp., p. 215; E.O. 13846, 83 FR 38939, 3 CFR, 2018 Comp., p. 
854.

Subpart B--Prohibitions

0
35. Amend Sec.  560.211 as follows:
0
a. In note 2 to paragraphs (a) through (c) of Sec.  560.211, in the 
second sentence:
0
i. Remove ``The names'' and add in its place ``Except as described in 
note 3 to paragraphs (a) through (c) of this section, the names''; and
0
ii. Remove the word ``also.''
0
b. Add notes 3 and 4 to paragraphs (a) through (c).
    The additions read as follows:


Sec.  560.211  Prohibited transactions involving blocked property.

* * * * *
    (c) * * *

    Note 3 to paragraphs (a) through (c). In certain cases, OFAC may 
issue an order to: identify as blocked specific property or 
interests in property of a person designated or otherwise blocked 
pursuant to this section; block specific property or interests in 
property of a person pending investigation; or block or impose other 
prohibitions with respect to specific property or interests in 
property less than full blocking sanctions. Notice of such orders 
will be provided: by publication in the Federal Register; in writing 
to persons OFAC may assess to have an interest in the property; or 
by issuing an order or directive in writing to financial 
institutions or other transaction intermediaries, and requiring the 
recipient of the order or directive to promptly disclose it to 
affected persons with whom the recipient maintains direct commercial 
relationships. Inquiries regarding any such order should be directed 
to OFAC's Compliance Division at 202-622-2490 or https://ofac.treasury.gov/contact-ofac.


    Note 4 to paragraphs (a) through (c). Subpart E of part 501 of 
this chapter describes the procedures to be followed for the release 
of property and interests in property blocked pursuant to this 
section, including funds blocked due to mistaken identity or 
typographical or similar errors, and for administrative 
reconsideration of one's status as a person whose property and 
interests in property are blocked pursuant to paragraph (a) of this 
section.

* * * * *

PART 562--IRANIAN SECTOR AND HUMAN RIGHTS ABUSES SANCTIONS 
REGULATIONS

0
36. The authority citation for part 562 continues to read as follows:

    Authority:  3 U.S.C. 301; 18 U.S.C. 2332d; 22 U.S.C. 8501-8551; 
31 U.S.C. 321(b); 50 U.S.C. 1601-1651, 1701-1706; Pub. L. 101-410, 
104 Stat. 890, as amended (28 U.S.C. 2461 note); E.O. 12957, 60 FR 
14615, 3 CFR, 1995 Comp., p. 332; E.O. 13553, 75 FR 60567, 3 CFR, 
2010 Comp., p. 253; E.O. 13871, 84 FR 20761, 3 CFR, 2019 Comp., p. 
308.

Subpart B--Prohibitions

0
37. Amend Sec.  562.201 as follows:
0
a. In note 2 to Sec.  562.201, in the second and third sentences:
0
i. Remove ``The names'' and add in its place ``Except as described in 
note 3 to this section, the names''; and

[[Page 75963]]

0
ii. Remove ``also''.
0
b. Redesignate note 3 to Sec.  562.201 as note 4 to Sec.  562.201.
0
c. Add new note 3 to Sec.  562.201.
0
d. Revise newly redesignated note 4 to Sec.  562.201.
    The addition and revision read as follows:


Sec.  562.201  Prohibited transactions.

* * * * *

    Note 3 to Sec.  562.201. In certain cases, OFAC may issue an 
order to: identify as blocked specific property or interests in 
property of a person designated or otherwise blocked pursuant to 
this section; block specific property or interests in property of a 
person pending investigation; or block or impose other prohibitions 
with respect to specific property or interests in property less than 
full blocking sanctions. Notice of such orders will be provided: by 
publication in the Federal Register; in writing to persons OFAC may 
assess to have an interest in the property; or by issuing an order 
or directive in writing to financial institutions or other 
transaction intermediaries, and requiring the recipient of the order 
or directive to promptly disclose it to affected persons with whom 
the recipient maintains direct commercial relationships. Inquiries 
regarding any such order should be directed to OFAC's Compliance 
Division at 202-622-2490 or https://ofac.treasury.gov/contact-ofac.


    Note 4 to Sec.  562.201. Subpart E of part 501 of this chapter 
describes the procedures to be followed for the release of property 
and interests in property blocked pursuant to this section, 
including funds blocked due to mistaken identity or typographical or 
similar errors, and for administrative reconsideration of one's 
status as a person whose property and interests in property are 
blocked pursuant to paragraph (a) of this section.

PART 569--SYRIA-RELATED SANCTIONS REGULATIONS

0
38. The authority citation for part 569 continues to read as follows:

    Authority:  3 U.S.C. 301; 31 U.S.C. 321(b); 50 U.S.C. 1601-1651, 
1701-1706; Pub. L. 101-410, 104 Stat. 890, as amended (28 U.S.C. 
2461 note); E.O. 13894, 84 FR 55851, 3 CFR, 2019 Comp., p. 382.

Subpart B--Prohibitions

0
39. Amend Sec.  569.201 as follows:
0
a. In note 2 to Sec.  569.201, in the second sentence:
0
i. Remove ``The names'' and add in its place ``Except as described in 
note 3 to this section, the names''; and
0
ii. Remove the word ``also''.
0
b. Redesignate note 3 to Sec.  569.201 as note 6 to Sec.  569.201.
0
c. Add new note 3 to Sec.  569.201.
0
d. Revise newly redesignated note 6 to Sec.  569.201.
    The addition and revision read as follows:


Sec.  569.201  Prohibited transactions.

* * * * *

    Note 3 to Sec.  569.201.  In certain cases, OFAC may issue an 
order to: identify as blocked specific property or interests in 
property of a person designated or otherwise blocked pursuant to 
this section; block specific property or interests in property of a 
person pending investigation; or block or impose other prohibitions 
with respect to specific property or interests in property less than 
full blocking sanctions. Notice of such orders will be provided: by 
publication in the Federal Register; in writing to persons OFAC may 
assess to have an interest in the property; or by issuing an order 
or directive in writing to financial institutions or other 
transaction intermediaries, and requiring the recipient of the order 
or directive to promptly disclose it to affected persons with whom 
the recipient maintains direct commercial relationships. Inquiries 
regarding any such order should be directed to OFAC's Compliance 
Division at 202-622-2490 or https://ofac.treasury.gov/contact-ofac.

* * * * *

    Note 6 to Sec.  569.201. Subpart E of part 501 of this chapter 
describes the procedures to be followed for the release of property 
and interests in property blocked pursuant to this section, 
including funds blocked due to mistaken identity or typographical or 
similar errors, and for administrative reconsideration of one's 
status as a person whose property and interests in property are 
blocked pursuant to this section.

PART 570--LIBYAN SANCTIONS REGULATIONS

0
40. The authority citation for part 570 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 3 U.S.C. 301; 31 U.S.C. 321(b); 50 U.S.C. 1601-1651, 
1701-1706; 22 U.S.C. 287c; Pub. L. 101-410, 104 Stat. 890, as 
amended (28 U.S.C. 2461 note); E.O. 13566, 76 FR 11315, 3 CFR, 2011 
Comp., p. 222; E.O. 13726, 81 FR 23559, 3 CFR, 2016 Comp., p. 454.


0
41. Amend Sec.  570.201 as follows:
0
a. In note 2 to Sec.  570.201, in the second sentence:
0
i. Remove ``The names'' and add in its place ``Except as described in 
note 3 to this section, the names''; and
0
ii. Remove the word ``also.''
0
b. Redesignate note 3 to Sec.  570.201 as note 4 to Sec.  570.201.
0
c. Add new note 3 to Sec.  570.201.
0
d. Revise newly designated note 4 to Sec.  570.201.
    The addition and revision read as follows:


Sec.  570.201  Prohibited transactions.

* * * * *

    Note 3 to Sec.  570.201. In certain cases, OFAC may issue an 
order to: identify as blocked specific property or interests in 
property of a person designated or otherwise blocked pursuant to 
this section; block specific property or interests in property of a 
person pending investigation; or block or impose other prohibitions 
with respect to specific property or interests in property less than 
full blocking sanctions. Notice of such orders will be provided: by 
publication in the Federal Register; in writing to persons OFAC may 
assess to have an interest in the property; or by issuing an order 
or directive in writing to financial institutions or other 
transaction intermediaries, and requiring the recipient of the order 
or directive to promptly disclose it to affected persons with whom 
the recipient maintains direct commercial relationships. Inquiries 
regarding any such order should be directed to OFAC's Compliance 
Division at 202-622-2490 or https://ofac.treasury.gov/contact-ofac.


    Note 4 to Sec.  570.201. Subpart E of part 501 of this chapter 
describes the procedures to be followed for the release of property 
and interests in property blocked pursuant to this section, 
including funds blocked due to mistaken identity or typographical or 
similar errors, and for administrative reconsideration of one's 
status as a person whose property and interests in property are 
blocked pursuant to paragraph (a) of this section.

PART 576--IRAQ STABILIZATION AND INSURGENCY SANCTIONS REGULATIONS

0
42. The authority citation for part 576 continues to read as follows:

    Authority:  3 U.S.C. 301; 22 U.S.C. 287c; 31 U.S.C. 321(b); 50 
U.S.C. 1601-1651, 1701-1706; Pub. L. 101-410, 104 Stat. 890, as 
amended (28 U.S.C. 2461 note); E.O. 13303, 68 FR 31931, 3 CFR, 2003 
Comp., p. 227; E.O. 13315, 68 FR 52315, 3 CFR, 2003 Comp., p. 252; 
E.O. 13350, 69 FR 46055, 3 CFR, 2004 Comp., p. 196; E.O. 13364, 69 
FR 70177, 3 CFR, 2004 Comp., p. 236; E.O. 13438, 72 FR 39719, 3 CFR, 
2007 Comp., p. 224; E.O. 13668, 79 FR 31019, 3 CFR, 2014 Comp., p. 
248.

Subpart B--Prohibitions

0
43. Amend Sec.  576.201 as follows:
0
a. In note 2 to paragraph (a) of Sec.  570.201, in the second sentence:
0
i. Remove ``The names'' and add in its place ``Except as described in 
note 3 to this paragraph (a), the names''; and
0
ii. Remove the word ``also''.
0
b. Redesignate note 3 to paragraph (a) of Sec.  570.201 as note 4 to 
paragraph (a).
0
c. Add new note 3 to paragraph (a).
0
d. Revise newly designated note 4 to paragraph (a).
    The addition and revision read as follows:


Sec.  576.201  Prohibited transactions involving blocked property.

    (a) * * *

    Note 3 to paragraph (a). In certain cases, OFAC may issue an 
order to: identify as blocked specific property or interests in 
property of a person designated or otherwise

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blocked pursuant to this section; block specific property or 
interests in property of a person pending investigation; or block or 
impose other prohibitions with respect to specific property or 
interests in property less than full blocking sanctions. Notice of 
such orders will be provided: by publication in the Federal 
Register; in writing to persons OFAC may assess to have an interest 
in the property; or by issuing an order or directive in writing to 
financial institutions or other transaction intermediaries, and 
requiring the recipient of the order or directive to promptly 
disclose it to affected persons with whom the recipient maintains 
direct commercial relationships. Inquiries regarding any such order 
should be directed to OFAC's Compliance Division at 202-622-2490 or 
https://ofac.treasury.gov/contact-ofac.


    Note 4 to paragraph (a). Subpart E of part 501 of this chapter 
describes the procedures to be followed for the release of property 
and interests in property blocked pursuant to this section, 
including funds blocked due to mistaken identity or typographical or 
similar errors, and for administrative reconsideration of one's 
status as a person whose property and interests in property are 
blocked pursuant to this paragraph (a).

* * * * *

PART 578--CYBER-RELATED SANCTIONS REGULATIONS

0
44. The authority citation for part 578 continues to read as follows:

    Authority:  3 U.S.C. 301; 31 U.S.C. 321(b); 50 U.S.C. 1601-1651, 
1701-1706; Pub. L. 101-410, 104 Stat. 890, as amended (28 U.S.C. 
2461 note); Pub. L. 115-44, 131 Stat. 886 (codified in scattered 
sections of 22 U.S.C.); E.O. 13694, 80 FR 18077, 3 CFR 2015 Comp., 
p. 297; E.O. 13757, 82 FR 1, 3 CFR 2016 Comp., p. 659.

Subpart B--Prohibitions

0
45. Amend Sec.  578.201 as follows:
0
a. In note 2 to Sec.  578.201, in the second sentence:
0
i. Remove ``The names'' and add in its place ``Except as described in 
note 3 to this section, the names''; and
0
ii. Remove the word ``also.''
0
b. Redesignate notes 3 and 4 to Sec.  570.201 as notes 4 and 5 to Sec.  
578.201, respectively.
0
c. Add new note 3 to Sec.  578.201.
0
d. Revise newly designated note 4 to Sec.  570.201.
    The addition and revision read as follows:


Sec.  578.201  Prohibited transactions.

* * * * *

    Note 3 to Sec.  578.201. In certain cases, OFAC may issue an 
order to: identify as blocked specific property or interests in 
property of a person designated or otherwise blocked pursuant to 
this section; block specific property or interests in property of a 
person pending investigation; or block or impose other prohibitions 
with respect to specific property or interests in property less than 
full blocking sanctions. Notice of such orders will be provided: by 
publication in the Federal Register; in writing to persons OFAC may 
assess to have an interest in the property; or by issuing an order 
or directive in writing to financial institutions or other 
transaction intermediaries, and requiring the recipient of the order 
or directive to promptly disclose it to affected persons with whom 
the recipient maintains direct commercial relationships. Inquiries 
regarding any such order should be directed to OFAC's Compliance 
Division at 202-622-2490 or https://ofac.treasury.gov/contact-ofac.


    Note 4 to Sec.  578.201. Subpart E of part 501 of this chapter 
describes the procedures to be followed for the release of property 
and interests in property blocked pursuant to this section, 
including funds blocked due to mistaken identity or typographical or 
similar errors, and for administrative reconsideration of one's 
status as a person whose property and interests in property are 
blocked pursuant to paragraph (a) of this section.

* * * * *

PART 579--FOREIGN INTERFERENCE IN U.S. ELECTIONS SANCTIONS 
REGULATIONS

0
46. The authority citation for part 579 continues to read as follows:

    Authority:  3 U.S.C. 301; 31 U.S.C. 321(b); 50 U.S.C. 1601-1651, 
1701-1706; Pub. L. 101-410, 104 Stat. 890, as amended (28 U.S.C. 
2461 note); E.O. 13848, 83 FR 46843, 3 CFR, 2018 Comp., p. 869.

Subpart B--Prohibitions

0
47. Amend Sec.  579.201 as follows:
0
a. In note 2 to Sec.  579.201, in the second sentence:
0
i. Remove ``The names'' and add in its place ``Except as described in 
note 3 to this section, the names''; and
0
ii. Remove the word ``also.''
0
b. Redesignate note 3 to Sec.  579.201 as note 4 to Sec.  579.201.
0
c. Add new note 3 to Sec.  579.201.
0
d. Revise newly designated note 4 to Sec.  579.201.
    The addition and revision read as follows:


Sec.  579.201  Prohibited transactions.

* * * * *

    Note 3 to Sec.  579.201.  In certain cases, OFAC may issue an 
order to: identify as blocked specific property or interests in 
property of a person designated or otherwise blocked pursuant to 
this section; block specific property or interests in property of a 
person pending investigation; or block or impose other prohibitions 
with respect to specific property or interests in property less than 
full blocking sanctions. Notice of such orders will be provided: by 
publication in the Federal Register; in writing to persons OFAC may 
assess to have an interest in the property; or by issuing an order 
or directive in writing to financial institutions or other 
transaction intermediaries, and requiring the recipient of the order 
or directive to promptly disclose it to affected persons with whom 
the recipient maintains direct commercial relationships. Inquiries 
regarding any such order should be directed to OFAC's Compliance 
Division at 202-622-2490 or https://ofac.treasury.gov/contact-ofac.


    Note 4 to Sec.  579.201. Subpart E of part 501 of this chapter 
describes the procedures to be followed for the release of property 
and interests in property blocked pursuant to this section, 
including funds blocked due to mistaken identity or typographical or 
similar errors, and for administrative reconsideration of one's 
status as a person whose property and interests in property are 
blocked pursuant to this section.

PART 582--NICARAGUA SANCTIONS REGULATIONS

0
48. The authority citation for part 582 continues to read as follows:

    Authority:  3 U.S.C. 301; 31 U.S.C. 321(b); 50 U.S.C. 1601-1651, 
1701-1706; Pub L. 101-410, 104 Stat. 890, as amended (28 U.S.C. 2461 
note); Pub L. 115-335, 132 Stat. 5019 (50 U.S.C. 1701 note); E.O. 
13851, 83 FR 61505, 3 CFR, 2018 Comp., p. 884.

Subpart B--Prohibitions

0
49. Amend Sec.  582.201 as follows:
0
a. In note 2 to Sec.  582.201, in the second sentence:
0
i. Remove ``The names'' and add in its place ``Except as described in 
note 3 to this section, the names''; and
0
ii. Remove the word ``also.''
0
b. Redesignate note 3 to Sec.  582.201 as note 4 to Sec.  582.201.
0
c. Add new note 3 to Sec.  582.201.
0
Revise newly designated note 4 to Sec.  582.201.
    The addition and revision read as follows:


Sec.  582.201  Prohibited transactions.

* * * * *

    Note 3 to Sec.  582.201. In certain cases, OFAC may issue an 
order to: identify as blocked specific property or interests in 
property of a person designated or otherwise blocked pursuant to 
this section; block specific property or interests in property of a 
person pending investigation; or block or impose other prohibitions 
with respect to specific property or interests in property less than 
full blocking sanctions. Notice of such orders will be provided: by 
publication in the Federal Register; in writing to persons OFAC may 
assess to have an interest in the property; or by issuing an order 
or directive in writing to financial institutions or other 
transaction intermediaries, and requiring the recipient of the order 
or directive to promptly disclose it to affected persons with whom 
the recipient maintains direct commercial relationships. Inquiries 
regarding any such order should be

[[Page 75965]]

directed to OFAC's Compliance Division at 202-622-2490 or https://ofac.treasury.gov/contact-ofac.


    Note 4 to Sec.  582.201. Subpart E of part 501 of this chapter 
describes the procedures to be followed for the release of property 
and interests in property blocked pursuant to this section, 
including funds blocked due to mistaken identity or typographical or 
similar errors, and for administrative reconsideration of one's 
status as a person whose property and interests in property are 
blocked pursuant to this section.

PART 583--GLOBAL MAGNITSKY SANCTIONS REGULATIONS

0
50. The authority citation for part 583 continues to read as follows:

    Authority:  3 U.S.C. 301; 22 U.S.C. 10101-10103; 31 U.S.C. 
321(b); 50 U.S.C. 1601-1651, 1701-1706; Pub. L. 101-410, 104 Stat. 
890, as amended (28 U.S.C. 2461 note); Pub. L. 116-145, 134 Stat. 
651, as amended (22 U.S.C. 6901 note); Pub. L. 117-78, 135 Stat. 
1531 (22 U.S.C. 6901 note); E.O. 13818, 82 FR 60839, 3 CFR, 2017 
Comp. p. 399.

Subpart B--Prohibitions

0
51. Amend Sec.  583.201 as follows:
0
a. In note 2 to Sec.  583.201, in the second sentence:
0
i. Remove ``The names'' and add in its place ``Except as described in 
note 3 to this section, the names''; and
0
ii. Remove the word ``also.''
0
b. Redesignate note 3 to Sec.  583.201 as note 4 to Sec.  583.201.
0
c. Add new note 3 to Sec.  583.201.
0
d. Revise newly designated note 4 to Sec.  583.201.
    The addition and revisions read as follows:


Sec.  583.201  Prohibited transactions.

* * * * *

    Note 3 to Sec.  583.201. In certain cases, OFAC may issue an 
order to: identify as blocked specific property or interests in 
property of a person designated or otherwise blocked pursuant to 
this section; block specific property or interests in property of a 
person pending investigation; or block or impose other prohibitions 
with respect to specific property or interests in property less than 
full blocking sanctions. Notice of such orders will be provided: by 
publication in the Federal Register; in writing to persons OFAC may 
assess to have an interest in the property; or by issuing an order 
or directive in writing to financial institutions or other 
transaction intermediaries, and requiring the recipient of the order 
or directive to promptly disclose it to affected persons with whom 
the recipient maintains direct commercial relationships. Inquiries 
regarding any such order should be directed to OFAC's Compliance 
Division at 202-622-2490 or https://ofac.treasury.gov/contact-ofac.


    Note 4 to Sec.  583.201. Subpart E of part 501 of this chapter 
describes the procedures to be followed for the release of property 
and interests in property blocked pursuant to this section, 
including funds blocked due to mistaken identity or typographical or 
similar errors, and for administrative reconsideration of one's 
status as a person whose property and interests in property are 
blocked pursuant to paragraph (a) of this section.

PART 584--MAGNITSKY ACT SANCTIONS REGULATIONS

0
52. The authority citation for part 584 continues to read as follows:

    Authority:  3 U.S.C. 301; 31 U.S.C. 321(b); 50 U.S.C. 1601-1651, 
1701-1706; Pub L. 101-410, 104 Stat. 890, as amended (28 U.S.C. 2461 
note); Pub L. 112-208, Title IV, 126 Stat. 1502 (22 U.S.C. 5811 
note).

Subpart B--Prohibitions

0
53. Amend Sec.  584.201 as follows:
0
a. In note 2 to paragraph (a), in the second sentence:
0
i. Remove ``The names'' and add in its place ``Except as described in 
note 3 to this paragraph (a), the names''; and
0
ii. Remove the word ``also.''
0
b. Redesignate notes 3 and 4 to paragraph (a) as notes 4 and 5 to 
paragraph (a), respectively.
0
c. Add new note 3 to paragraph (a).
0
d. Revise newly designated note 4 to paragraph (a).
    The additions and revision read as follows:


Sec.  584.201  Prohibited transactions involving blocked property.

    (a) * * *

    Note 3 to paragraph (a). In certain cases, OFAC may issue an 
order to: identify as blocked specific property or interests in 
property of a person designated or otherwise blocked pursuant to 
this section; block specific property or interests in property of a 
person pending investigation; or block or impose other prohibitions 
with respect to specific property or interests in property less than 
full blocking sanctions. Notice of such orders will be provided: by 
publication in the Federal Register; in writing to persons OFAC may 
assess to have an interest in the property; or by issuing an order 
or directive in writing to financial institutions or other 
transaction intermediaries, and requiring the recipient of the order 
or directive to promptly disclose it to affected persons with whom 
the recipient maintains direct commercial relationships. Inquiries 
regarding any such order should be directed to OFAC's Compliance 
Division at 202-622-2490 or https://ofac.treasury.gov/contact-ofac.


    Note 4 to paragraph (a). Subpart E of part 501 of this chapter 
describes the procedures to be followed for the release of property 
and interests in property blocked pursuant to this section, 
including funds blocked due to mistaken identity or typographical or 
similar errors, and for administrative reconsideration of one's 
status as a person whose property and interests in property are 
blocked pursuant to this paragraph (a).

* * * * *

PART 585--HONG KONG-RELATED SANCTIONS REGULATIONS

0
54. The authority citation for part 585 is revised to read as follows:

    Authority:  3 U.S.C. 301; 31 U.S.C. 321(b); 50 U.S.C. 1601-1651, 
1701-1706; Pub. L. 101-410, 104 Stat. 890 (28 U.S.C. 2461 note); 
E.O. 13936, 85 FR 43413, 3 CFR, 2020 Comp., p. 399.

Subpart B--Prohibitions

0
55. Amend Sec.  585.201 as follows:
0
a. In note 2 to Sec.  585.201, in the second sentence:
0
i. Remove ``The names'' and add in its place ``Except as described in 
note 3 to this section, the names''; and
0
ii. Remove the word ``also.''
0
b. Redesignate note 3 to Sec.  585.201 as note 4 to Sec.  585.201.
0
c. Add new note 3 to Sec.  585.201.
0
d. Revise newly designated note 4 to Sec.  585.201.
    The addition and revision read as follows:


Sec.  585.201  Prohibited transactions.

* * * * *

    Note 3 to Sec.  585.201. In certain cases, OFAC may issue an 
order to: identify as blocked specific property or interests in 
property of a person designated or otherwise blocked pursuant to 
this section; block specific property or interests in property of a 
person pending investigation; or block or impose other prohibitions 
with respect to specific property or interests in property less than 
full blocking sanctions. Notice of such orders will be provided: by 
publication in the Federal Register; in writing to persons OFAC may 
assess to have an interest in the property; or by issuing an order 
or directive in writing to financial institutions or other 
transaction intermediaries, and requiring the recipient of the order 
or directive to promptly disclose it to affected persons with whom 
the recipient maintains direct commercial relationships. Inquiries 
regarding any such order should be directed to OFAC's Compliance 
Division at 202-622-2490 or https://ofac.treasury.gov/contact-ofac.


    Note 4 to Sec.  585.201. Subpart E of part 501 of this chapter 
describes the procedures to be followed for the release of property 
and interests in property blocked pursuant to this section, 
including funds blocked due to mistaken identity or typographical or 
similar errors, and for administrative reconsideration of one's 
status as a person whose property and interests in property are 
blocked pursuant to paragraph (a) of this section.


[[Page 75966]]



PART 587--RUSSIAN HARMFUL FOREIGN ACTIVITIES SANCTIONS REGULATIONS

0
56. The authority citation for part 587 is revised to read as follows:

    Authority:  3 U.S.C. 301; 31 U.S.C. 321(b); 50 U.S.C. 1601-1651, 
1701-1706; Pub. L. 101-410, 104 Stat. 890, as amended (28 U.S.C. 
2461 note); E.O. 14024, 86 FR 20249, 3 CFR, 2021 Comp., p. 542.


0
57. Amend Sec.  587.201 as follows:
0
a. In note 2 to Sec.  587.201, in the second sentence:
0
i. Remove ``The names'' and add in its place ``Except as described in 
note 3 to this section, the names''; and
0
ii. Remove the word ``also.''
0
b. Redesignate note 3 to Sec.  587.201 as note 4 to Sec.  587.201.
0
c. Add new note 3 to Sec.  587.201.
0
d. Revise newly designated note 4 to Sec.  587.201.
    The addition and revision read as follows:


Sec.  587.201  Prohibited transactions.

* * * * *

    Note 3 to Sec.  587.201.  In certain cases, OFAC may issue an 
order to: identify as blocked specific property or interests in 
property of a person designated or otherwise blocked pursuant to 
this section; block specific property or interests in property of a 
person pending investigation; or block or impose other prohibitions 
with respect to specific property or interests in property less than 
full blocking sanctions. Notice of such orders will be provided: by 
publication in the Federal Register; in writing to persons OFAC may 
assess to have an interest in the property; or by issuing an order 
or directive in writing to financial institutions or other 
transaction intermediaries, and requiring the recipient of the order 
or directive to promptly disclose it to affected persons with whom 
the recipient maintains direct commercial relationships. Inquiries 
regarding any such order should be directed to OFAC's Compliance 
Division at 202-622-2490 or https://ofac.treasury.gov/contact-ofac.


    Note 4 to Sec.  587.201. Subpart E of part 501 of this chapter 
describes the procedures to be followed for the release of property 
and interests in property blocked pursuant to this section, 
including funds blocked due to mistaken identity or typographical or 
similar errors, and for administrative reconsideration of one's 
status as a person whose property and interests in property are 
blocked pursuant to paragraph (a) of this section.

PART 588--WESTERN BALKANS STABILIZATION REGULATIONS

0
58. The authority citation for part 588 continues to read as follows:

    Authority:  3 U.S.C. 301; 31 U.S.C. 321(b); 50 U.S.C. 1601-1651, 
1701-1706; 22 U.S.C. 287c; Pub. L. 101-410, 104 Stat. 890, as 
amended (28 U.S.C. 2461 note); E.O. 13219, 66 FR 34777, 3 CFR, 2001 
Comp., p. 778; E.O. 13304, 68 FR 32315, 3 CFR, 2004 Comp., p. 229; 
E.O. 14033, 86 FR 43905, 3 CFR, 2022 Comp., p. 591.

Subpart B--Prohibitions

0
59. Amend Sec.  588.201 as follows:
0
a. In note 2 to Sec.  588.201, in the second sentence:
0
i. Remove ``The names'' and add in its place ``Except as described in 
note 3 to this section, the names''; and
0
ii. Remove the word ``also.''
0
b. Redesignate note 3 to Sec.  588.201 as note 4 to Sec.  588.201.
0
c. Add new note 3 to Sec.  588.201.
0
d. Revise newly designated note 4 to Sec.  588.201.
    The addition and revision read as follows:


Sec.  588.201  Prohibited transactions.

* * * * *

    Note 3 to Sec.  588.201. In certain cases, OFAC may issue an 
order to: identify as blocked specific property or interests in 
property of a person designated or otherwise blocked pursuant to 
this section; block specific property or interests in property of a 
person pending investigation; or block or impose other prohibitions 
with respect to specific property or interests in property less than 
full blocking sanctions. Notice of such orders will be provided: by 
publication in the Federal Register; in writing to persons OFAC may 
assess to have an interest in the property; or by issuing an order 
or directive in writing to financial institutions or other 
transaction intermediaries, and requiring the recipient of the order 
or directive to promptly disclose it to affected persons with whom 
the recipient maintains direct commercial relationships. Inquiries 
regarding any such order should be directed to OFAC's Compliance 
Division at 202-622-2490 or https://ofac.treasury.gov/contact-ofac.


    Note 4 to Sec.  588.201. Subpart E of part 501 of this chapter 
describes the procedures to be followed for the release of property 
and interests in property blocked pursuant to this section, 
including funds blocked due to mistaken identity or typographical or 
similar errors, and for administrative reconsideration of one's 
status as a person whose property and interests in property are 
blocked pursuant to paragraph (a) of this section.

PART 589--UKRAINE-/RUSSIA-RELATED SANCTIONS REGULATIONS

0
60. The authority citation for part 589 continues to read as follows:

    Authority:  3 U.S.C. 301; 22 U.S.C. 8901-8910, 8921-8930; 31 
U.S.C. 321(b); 50 U.S.C. 1601-1651, 1701-1706; Pub. L. 101-410, 104 
Stat. 890, as amended (28 U.S.C. 2461 note); Pub. L. 115-44, 131 
Stat. 886 (codified in scattered sections of 22 U.S.C.); E.O. 13660, 
79 FR 13493, 3 CFR, 2014 Comp., p. 226; E.O. 13661, 79 FR 15535, 3 
CFR, 2014 Comp., p. 229; E.O. 13662, 79 FR 16169, 3 CFR, 2014 Comp., 
p. 233; E.O. 13685, 79 FR 77357, 3 CFR, 2014 Comp., p. 313., E.O. 
13849, 3 CFR, 2018 Comp., p. 875, E.O. 14065, 87 FR 10293, 3 CFR, 
2022 Comp., p. 340.

Subpart B--Prohibitions

0
61. Amend Sec.  589.201 as follows:
0
a. In note 2 to Sec.  589.201, in the second and third sentences:
0
i. Remove ``The names'' and add in its place ``Except as described in 
note 4 to this section, the names''; and
0
ii. Remove the word ``also.''
0
b. Redesignate notes 4 and 5 to Sec.  589.201 as notes 5 and 6 to Sec.  
589.201, respectively.
0
c. Add new note 4 to Sec.  589.201.
0
d. Revise newly designated note 5 to Sec.  570.201.
    The additions and revision read as follows:


Sec.  589.201  Prohibited transactions.

* * * * *

    Note 4 to Sec.  589.201. In certain cases, OFAC may issue an 
order to: identify as blocked specific property or interests in 
property of a person designated or otherwise blocked pursuant to 
this section; block specific property or interests in property of a 
person pending investigation; or block or impose other prohibitions 
with respect to specific property or interests in property less than 
full blocking sanctions. Notice of such orders will be provided: by 
publication in the Federal Register; in writing to persons OFAC may 
assess to have an interest in the property; or by issuing an order 
or directive in writing to financial institutions or other 
transaction intermediaries, and requiring the recipient of the order 
or directive to promptly disclose it to affected persons with whom 
the recipient maintains direct commercial relationships. Inquiries 
regarding any such order should be directed to OFAC's Compliance 
Division at 202-622-2490 or https://ofac.treasury.gov/contact-ofac.


    Note 5 to Sec.  589.201. Subpart E of part 501 of this chapter 
describes the procedures to be followed for the release of property 
and interests in property blocked pursuant to this section, 
including funds blocked due to mistaken identity or typographical or 
similar errors, and for administrative reconsideration of one's 
status as a person whose property and interests in property are 
blocked pursuant to paragraph (a) of this section.

* * * * *

PART 590--TRANSNATIONAL CRIMINAL ORGANIZATIONS SANCTIONS 
REGULATIONS

0
62. The authority citation for part 590 continues to read as follows:

    Authority:  3 U.S.C. 301; 31 U.S.C. 321(b); 50 U.S.C. 1601-1651, 
1701-1706; Pub. L. 101-410, 104 Stat. 890, as amended (28 U.S.C. 
2461 note); E.O. 13581, 76 FR 44757, 3 CFR, 2011 Comp., p. 260; E.O. 
13863, 84 FR 10255, 3 CFR, 2019 Comp., p. 267.

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Subpart B--Prohibitions

0
63. Amend Sec.  590.201 as follows:
0
a. In note 2 to Sec.  590.201, in the second sentence:
0
i. Remove ``The names'' and add in its place ``Except as described in 
note 3 to this section, the names''; and
0
ii. Remove the word ``also.''
0
b. Redesignate note 3 to Sec.  590.201 as note 4 to Sec.  590.201.
0
c. Add new note 3 to Sec.  590.201.
0
d. Revise newly designated note 4 to Sec.  590.201.
    The addition and revision read as follows:


Sec.  590.201  Prohibited transactions.

* * * * *

    Note 3 to Sec.  590.201. In certain cases, OFAC may issue an 
order to: identify as blocked specific property or interests in 
property of a person designated or otherwise blocked pursuant to 
this section; block specific property or interests in property of a 
person pending investigation; or block or impose other prohibitions 
with respect to specific property or interests in property less than 
full blocking sanctions. Notice of such orders will be provided: by 
publication in the Federal Register; in writing to persons OFAC may 
assess to have an interest in the property; or by issuing an order 
or directive in writing to financial institutions or other 
transaction intermediaries, and requiring the recipient of the order 
or directive to promptly disclose it to affected persons with whom 
the recipient maintains direct commercial relationships. Inquiries 
regarding any such order should be directed to OFAC's Compliance 
Division at 202-622-2490 or https://ofac.treasury.gov/contact-ofac.


    Note 4 to Sec.  590.201. Subpart E of part 501 of this chapter 
describes the procedures to be followed for the release of property 
and interests in property blocked pursuant to this section, 
including funds blocked due to mistaken identity or typographical or 
similar errors, and for administrative reconsideration of one's 
status as a person whose property and interests in property are 
blocked pursuant to paragraph (a) of this section.

PART 591--VENEZUELA SANCTIONS REGULATIONS

0
64. The authority citation for part 591 continues to read as follows:

    Authority:  3 U.S.C. 301; 31 U.S.C. 321(b); 50 U.S.C. 1601-1651, 
1701-1706; Pub. L. 101-410, 104 Stat. 890, as amended (28 U.S.C. 
2461 note); Pub. L. 113-278, 128 Stat. 3011 (50 U.S.C. 1701 note); 
E.O. 13692, 80 FR 12747, 3 CFR, 2015 Comp., p. 276; E.O. 13808, 82 
FR 41155, 3 CFR, 2017 Comp., p. 377; E.O. 13827, 83 FR 12469, 3 CFR, 
2018 Comp., p. 794; E.O. 13835, 83 FR 24001, 3 CFR, 2018 Comp., p. 
817; E.O. 13850, 83 FR 55243, 3 CFR, 2018 Comp., p. 881; E.O. 13857, 
84 FR 509, 3 CFR, 2019 Comp., p 251; E.O. 13884, 84 FR 38843, 3 CFR, 
2019 Comp., p. 351.

Subpart B--Prohibitions

0
65. Amend Sec.  591.201 as follows:
0
a. In note 2 to Sec.  591.201, in the second sentence:
0
i. Remove ``The names'' and add in its place ``Except as described in 
note 3 to this section, the names''; and
0
ii. Remove ``also''.
0
b. Redesignate note 3 to Sec.  591.201 as note 4 to Sec.  591.201.
0
c. Add new note 3 to Sec.  591.201.
0
d. Revise newly designated note 4 to Sec.  591.201.
    The addition and revision read as follows:


Sec.  591.201  Prohibited transactions.

* * * * *

    Note 3 to Sec.  591.201. In certain cases, OFAC may issue an 
order to: identify as blocked specific property or interests in 
property of a person designated or otherwise blocked pursuant to 
this section; block specific property or interests in property of a 
person pending investigation; or block or impose other prohibitions 
with respect to specific property or interests in property less than 
full blocking sanctions. Notice of such orders will be provided: by 
publication in the Federal Register; in writing to persons OFAC may 
assess to have an interest in the property; or by issuing an order 
or directive in writing to financial institutions or other 
transaction intermediaries, and requiring the recipient of the order 
or directive to promptly disclose it to affected persons with whom 
the recipient maintains direct commercial relationships. Inquiries 
regarding any such order should be directed to OFAC's Compliance 
Division at 202-622-2490 or https://ofac.treasury.gov/contact-ofac.


    Note 4 to Sec.  591.201. Subpart E of part 501 of this chapter 
describes the procedures to be followed for the release of property 
and interests in property blocked pursuant to this section, 
including funds blocked due to mistaken identity or typographical or 
similar errors, and for administrative reconsideration of one's 
status as a person whose property and interests in property are 
blocked pursuant to this section.

PART 594--GLOBAL TERRORISM SANCTIONS REGULATIONS

0
66. The authority citation for part 594 is revised to read as follows:

    Authority:  3 U.S.C. 301; 22 U.S.C. 287c; 31 U.S.C. 321(b); 50 
U.S.C. 1601-1651, 1701-1706; Pub. L. 101-410, 104 Stat. 890, as 
amended (28 U.S.C. 2461 note); Pub L. 114-102, 129 Stat. 2205, as 
amended (50 U.S.C. 1701 note); Pub. L. 115-44, 131 Stat 886 
(codified in scattered sections of 22 U.S.C.); Pub. L. 115-348, 132 
Stat. 5055 (50 U.S.C. 1701 note); E.O. 13224, 66 FR 49079, 3 CFR, 
2001 Comp., p. 786; E.O. 13268, 67 FR 44751, 3 CFR 2002 Comp., p. 
240; E.O. 13284, 68 FR 4075, 3 CFR, 2003 Comp., p. 161; E.O. 13372, 
70 FR 8499, 3 CFR, 2006 Comp., p. 159; E.O. 13886, 84 FR 48041, 3 
CFR, 2019 Comp., p. 356.

Subpart B--Prohibitions

0
67. Amend Sec.  594.201 as follows:
0
a. Remove notes 2 and 3 to paragraph (a).
0
b. Redesignate notes 1 and 2 to Sec.  594.201 as notes 3 and 6 to Sec.  
594.201, respectively.
0
c. Add new note 2 to Sec.  594.201.
0
d. Revise newly redesignated note 3 to Sec.  594.201.
0
e. Add notes 4 and 5 to Sec.  594.201.
    The addition and revision read as follows:


Sec.  594.201  Prohibited transactions involving blocked property.

* * * * *

    Note 2 to Sec.  594.201:  The names of persons whose property 
and interests in property are blocked pursuant to paragraph (a) of 
this section are published in the Federal Register and incorporated 
into the Office of Foreign Assets Control's SDN List with the 
identifier ``[SDGT].'' Persons who have been identified by the 
Office of Foreign Assets Control as officials, agents, or affiliates 
of the IRGC are identified by a special reference to the ``IRGC'' at 
the end of their entries on the SDN List, in addition to the 
reference to this part. For example, an affiliate of the IRGC whose 
property and interests in property are blocked pursuant to this part 
will have the program tags ``[SDGT] [IRGC]'' at the end of its entry 
on the SDN List. The SDN List is accessible through the following 
page on the Office of Foreign Assets Control's website: https://www.treasury.gov/sdn. Additional information pertaining to the SDN 
List can be found in appendix A to this chapter. See Sec.  594.412 
concerning entities that may not be listed on the SDN List but whose 
property and interests in property are nevertheless blocked pursuant 
to paragraph (a) of this section.


    Note 3 to Sec.  594.201. The International Emergency Economic 
Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701-1706), in Section 203 (50 U.S.C. 1702), 
authorizes the blocking of property and interests in property of a 
person during the pendency of an investigation. Except as described 
in note 4 to this section, the names of persons whose property and 
interests in property are blocked pending investigation pursuant to 
paragraph (a) of this section are published in the Federal Register 
and incorporated into the SDN List with the identifier ``[BPI-PA]'' 
or ``[BPI-SDGT].''


    Note 4 to Sec.  594.201. In certain cases, OFAC may issue an 
order to: identify as blocked specific property or interests in 
property of a person designated or otherwise blocked pursuant to 
this section; block specific property or interests in property of a 
person pending investigation; or block or impose other prohibitions 
with respect to specific property or interests in property less than 
full blocking sanctions. Notice of such orders will be provided: by 
publication in the Federal Register; in writing to persons OFAC may 
assess to have an interest in the property; or by issuing an order 
or directive in writing to

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financial institutions or other transaction intermediaries, and 
requiring the recipient of the order or directive to promptly 
disclose it to affected persons with whom the recipient maintains 
direct commercial relationships. Inquiries regarding any such order 
should be directed to OFAC's Compliance Division at 202-622-2490 or 
https://ofac.treasury.gov/contact-ofac.


    Note 5 to Sec.  594.201. Subpart E of part 501 of this chapter 
describes the procedures to be followed for the release of property 
and interests in property blocked pursuant to this section, 
including funds blocked due to mistaken identity or typographical or 
similar errors, and for administrative reconsideration of one's 
status as a person whose property and interests in property are 
blocked pursuant to paragraph (a) of this section.

* * * * *

PART 598--FOREIGN NARCOTICS KINGPIN SANCTIONS REGULATIONS

0
68. The authority citation for part 598 continues to read as follows:

    Authority:  3 U.S.C. 301; 21 U.S.C. 1901-1908; 31 U.S.C. 321(b); 
Pub. L. 101-410, 104 Stat. 890, as amended (28 U.S.C. 2461 note).

Subpart B--Prohibitions

0
69. Amend Sec.  598.202 by revising and republishing note 2 to 
paragraph (a) to read as follows:


Sec.  598.202  Prohibited transactions.

    (a) * * *

    Note 2 to paragraph (a). Subpart E of part 501 of this chapter 
describes the procedures to be followed for the release of property 
and interests in property blocked pursuant to this section, 
including funds blocked due to mistaken identity or typographical or 
similar errors, and for administrative reconsideration of one's 
status as a person whose property and interests in property are 
blocked pursuant to this paragraph (a).

* * * * *

0
70. Amend Sec.  598.314 as follows:
0
a. In note 2 to Sec.  598.314, in the second sentence:
0
i. Remove ``The names'' and add in its place ``Except as described in 
note 3 to this section, the names''; and
0
ii. Remove ``also''.
0
b. Redesignate note 3 to Sec.  598.314 as note 4 to Sec.  598.314.
0
c. Add new note 3 to Sec.  598.314.
0
d. Revise newly designated note 4 to Sec.  598.314.
    The addition and revision read as follows:


Sec.  598.314  Specially designated narcotics trafficker.

* * * * *

    Note 3 to Sec.  598.201. In certain cases, OFAC may issue an 
order to: identify as blocked specific property or interests in 
property of a specially designated narcotics trafficker; block 
specific property or interests in property of a person pending 
investigation; or block or impose other prohibitions with respect to 
specific property or interests in property less than full blocking 
sanctions. Notice of such orders will be provided: by publication in 
the Federal Register; in writing to persons OFAC may assess to have 
an interest in the property; or by issuing an order or directive in 
writing to financial institutions or other transaction 
intermediaries, and requiring the recipient of the order or 
directive to promptly disclose it to affected persons with whom the 
recipient maintains direct commercial relationships. Inquiries 
regarding any such order should be directed to OFAC's Compliance 
Division at 202-622-2490 or https://ofac.treasury.gov/contact-ofac.


    Note 4 to Sec.  598.314. Subpart E of part 501 of this chapter 
describes the procedures to be followed for the unblocking of 
property and interests in property blocked pursuant to this section, 
including funds blocked due to mistaken identity or typographical or 
similar errors, and for administrative reconsideration of one's 
status as a person whose property and interests in property are 
blocked pursuant to this part.

PART 599--ILLICIT DRUG TRADE SANCTIONS REGULATIONS

0
71. The authority citation for part 599 is revised to read as follows:

    Authority:  3 U.S.C. 301; 21 U.S.C. 2301 et seq.; 31 U.S.C. 
321(b); 50 U.S.C. 1601-1651, 1701-1706; Pub. L. 101-410, 104 Stat. 
890, as amended (28 U.S.C. 2461 note); E.O. 14059, 86 FR 71549, 3 
CFR, 2021 Comp., p. 715.

Subpart B--Prohibitions

0
72. Amend Sec.  599.201 as follows:
0
a. In note 2 to Sec.  599.201, in the second sentence:
0
i. Remove ``The names'' and add in its place ``Except as described in 
note 3 to this section, the names''; and
0
ii. Remove ``also''.
0
b. Redesignate notes 3 and 4 to Sec.  599.201 as notes 4 and 5 to Sec.  
599.201, respectively.
0
c. Add new note 3 to Sec.  599.201.
0
d. Revise newly designated note 5 to Sec.  599.201.
    The addition and revision read as follows:


Sec.  599.201  Prohibited transactions.

* * * * *

    Note 3 to Sec.  599.201. In certain cases, OFAC may issue an 
order to: identify as blocked specific property or interests in 
property of a person designated or otherwise blocked pursuant to 
this section; block specific property or interests in property of a 
person pending investigation; or block or impose other prohibitions 
with respect to specific property or interests in property less than 
full blocking sanctions. Notice of such orders will be provided: by 
publication in the Federal Register; in writing to persons OFAC may 
assess to have an interest in the property; or by issuing an order 
or directive in writing to financial institutions or other 
transaction intermediaries, and requiring the recipient of the order 
or directive to promptly disclose it to affected persons with whom 
the recipient maintains direct commercial relationships. Inquiries 
regarding any such order should be directed to OFAC's Compliance 
Division at 202-622-2490 or https://ofac.treasury.gov/contact-ofac.

* * * * *

    Note 5 to Sec.  599.201. Subpart E of part 501 of this chapter 
describes the procedures to be followed for the release of property 
and interests in property blocked pursuant to this section, 
including funds blocked due to mistaken identity or typographical or 
similar errors, and for administrative reconsideration of one's 
status as a person whose property and interests in property are 
blocked pursuant to this section.


Lisa M. Palluconi,
Acting Director, Office of Foreign Assets Control.
[FR Doc. 2024-20857 Filed 9-13-24; 8:45 am]
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