DSCA Policy Memo 26-60 Incorporation of Guidance on Releasability Requirements Prior to Arms Export Control Act Section 36(b) Congressional Notification has been posted.

This policy memorandum adds guidance into the Security Assistance Management Manual (SAMM) Chapters 3 and 5 to provide increased clarity and transparency on releasability requirements that must be met prior to Arms Export Control Act (AECA) Section 36(b) Congressional Notification. This information is intended to support FMS program management planning.

This memo:

• Added C3.1.1.1. Technology Transfer Requirements prior to Congressional Notification
• Updated Table C5.T19. 36(b) Congressional Notification Responsibilities
• Updated C5.6.4. Responsibilities for 36(b) Congressional Notification
• Added Table C5.T20. Releasability Requirements Before 36(b) Congressional Notification and Before Letter of Offer and Acceptance Offer
• Updated C5.6.3.2. Amendments to 36(b)(1) Congressional Notifications - Change to Sensitivity of Technology, Capability Enhancements, or Upgrades
• Updated Figure C5.F13. Template for Implementing Agency Cover Memorandum
• Updated C5.6.6.1. Implementing Agencies Prepare and Submit Initial 36(b) Congressional Notification Package to the Defense Security Cooperation Agency