Department of Justice Seeks Public Comment on Revised Form for Foreign Agents Registration

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The Department of Justice has announced an update regarding the Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA). The update involves a revised form called “Form NSD-6” for foreign agents to register.

Important Details:

  • The FARA Unit, which is part of the National Security Division, is leading this update.
  • The form helps people and entities register under the Foreign Agents Registration Act. This law was first passed in 1938.
  • The updated Form NSD-6 will make the registration process simpler. It is an alternative to the full Registration Statement.

Public Input Needed:

  • Public comments are invited until June 9, 2026.
  • Comments can focus on four key areas:
    • Is this form necessary for the Department’s duties?
    • Is the burden estimate for filling the form accurate?
    • Can the information collected be clearer and more useful?
    • How can the process be easier for those responding?

Who Should Respond:

  • Private sector entities like businesses and not-for-profit groups.
  • Individuals who are required to register under FARA.

Statistics and Time Estimates:

  • An estimated 1,066 respondents will fill out the form each year from 2026 to 2029.
  • Each respondent might take about 0.23 hours to complete the form.
  • This totals approximately 245 hours of work annually.

Submission and Costs:

  • There is no fee for submitting the form.
  • The form can be completed through an online process.

Contact for More Information:

  • If you have questions, you can contact Evan Turgeon, the Chief of the FARA Unit.
  • You can also reach Darwin Arceo, the Department Clearance Officer, for more details.

This update aims to make it easier for those required to register as foreign agents to comply with the law. Public feedback will be crucial in improving this process.


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