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Notice 68672009-01-15Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency Relating to Cuba and of the Emergency Authority Relating to the Regulation of the Anchorage and Movement of Vessels

President George W. Bush continued a national emergency regarding Cuba originally declared in 1996 after Cuba shot down two U.S. civilian aircraft, and expanded in 2004 to include economic measures against the Cuban government. The continuation extends emergency authority to regulate vessel anchorage and movement around Cuba for another year under the National Emergencies Act.

Notice 129472009-01-15Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to Terrorists Who Threaten to Disrupt the Middle East Peace Process

President George W. Bush continued for one year the national emergency first declared in 1995 regarding foreign terrorists threatening the Middle East peace process, as required by the National Emergencies Act. This routine continuation maintains existing sanctions and authorities against designated individuals and entities, including those added in 1998 such as Usama bin Laden.

Notice 129382008-11-10Bush

Continuation of National Emergency with Respect to Weapons of Mass Destruction

President George W. Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared in Executive Order 12938 regarding weapons of mass destruction proliferation, as required by the National Emergencies Act. This annual extension maintains sanctions and authorities related to countering nuclear, biological, and chemical weapons proliferation.

Notice 121702008-11-10Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to Iran

President George W. Bush continued for one year the national emergency with respect to Iran that was originally declared on November 14, 1979, by Executive Order 12170. The continuation is justified by ongoing abnormal relations with Iran and the incomplete implementation of the January 19, 1981, Algiers Accords agreements.

Notice 130672008-10-30Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to the Situation in or in Relation to Sudan

This notice continues for one year a national emergency regarding Sudan originally declared in 1997 and expanded in 2006, maintaining sanctions authority and blocking measures related to the Sudanese government and Darfur conflict. The continuation is required under the National Emergencies Act because the threat determination remains unchanged. No new policy measures are imposed.

Notice 134132008-10-22Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Situation in or in Relation to the Democratic Republic of the Congo

President George W. Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13413 regarding the conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, maintaining sanctions blocking property of certain persons contributing to the conflict. This annual continuation is required by the National Emergencies Act to keep the emergency measures in effect beyond their statutory expiration date.

Notice 132242008-09-18Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Persons Who Commit, Threaten to Commit, or Support Terrorism

President George W. Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared on September 23, 2001, regarding persons who commit, threaten, or support terrorism. This routine extension under the National Emergencies Act maintains existing sanctions and authorities beyond their scheduled expiration date.

Notice 74632008-08-28Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect To Certain Terrorist Attacks

President George W. Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared on September 14, 2001, following the 9/11 terrorist attacks, extending emergency powers and authorities beyond their scheduled expiration date of September 14, 2008. This routine annual continuation is required by the National Emergencies Act to maintain counterterrorism emergency authorities.

Notice 134412008-07-30Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect To the Actions of Certain Persons To Undermine the Sovereignty of Lebanon Or Its Democratic Processes And Institutions

This notice continues for one year the national emergency declared on August 1, 2007, by Executive Order 13441, which blocks property of persons undermining Lebanon's sovereignty or democratic institutions. The continuation is based on the determination that actions threatening Lebanon's stability still pose an unusual and extraordinary threat to U.S. national security and foreign policy.

Notice 132222008-07-23Bush

Continuation of Emergency Regarding Export Control Regulations

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13222, originally issued in 2001, because Congress had not renewed the Export Administration Act of 1979. The continuation maintains export control regulations under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.

Notice 133482008-07-16Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Former Liberian Regime of Charles Taylor

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13348 regarding the former Liberian regime of Charles Taylor, maintaining sanctions including the blocking of property connected to Taylor and his associates. The continuation is based on the ongoing threat to U.S. foreign policy from Taylor's legacy of resource depletion and destabilization in Liberia and West Africa.

Notice 132192008-06-24Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Western Balkans

This notice continues for one year a national emergency originally declared in 2001 regarding extremist violence and obstruction of peace implementation in the Western Balkans (Macedonia, Bosnia, Kosovo). It extends sanctions authorities under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act beyond their scheduled expiration date of June 26, 2008.

Notice 131592008-06-18Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Risk of Nuclear Proliferation Created by the Accumulation of Weapons-Usable Fissile Material in the Territory of the Russian Federation

This notice continues for one year a national emergency originally declared by President Clinton on June 21, 2000, under Executive Order 13159. The emergency protects Russian government property related to the Highly Enriched Uranium (HEU) Agreements from U.S. judicial process, allowing continued downblending of weapons-grade uranium to peaceful commercial use.

Notice 134052008-06-06Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Actions and Policies of Certain Members of the Government of Belarus and Other Persons Undermining Democratic Processes or Institutions in Belarus

President George W. Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13405, maintaining sanctions blocking property of certain Belarusian government officials and others undermining democratic institutions, committing human rights abuses, or engaging in corruption. The continuation is based on a determination that these actions still pose an unusual and extraordinary threat to U.S. national security and foreign policy.

Notice 133032008-05-20Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Stabilization of Iraq

President George W. Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared in 2003 regarding Iraq, citing ongoing threats to U.S. national security and foreign policy from obstacles to Iraq's reconstruction, security, and institutional development. The notice extends emergency measures under IEEPA and the National Emergencies Act beyond the May 22, 2008 expiration date.

Notice 130472008-05-16Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Burma

This notice continues for one year the national emergency with respect to Burma (Myanmar) originally declared on May 20, 1997, citing ongoing repression by the Burmese government as a threat to U.S. national security and foreign policy. The continuation maintains existing sanctions including investment prohibitions, import bans, and financial restrictions.

Notice 133382008-05-07Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency Blocking Property of Certain Persons and Prohibiting the Export of Certain Goods to Syria

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared in 2004 regarding Syria, maintaining sanctions that block property of certain persons and prohibit exports of certain goods to Syria. The continuation cites ongoing Syrian support for terrorism, weapons programs, and undermining stabilization efforts in Iraq as justifications.

Notice 129572008-03-11Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Iran

President George W. Bush continued for one year the national emergency with respect to Iran originally declared in March 1995, citing ongoing threats to U.S. national security, foreign policy, and economy from Iranian government actions and policies. This renewal is distinct from the separate Iran emergency declared in 1979.

Notice 132882008-03-04Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Zimbabwe

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared in 2003 regarding Zimbabwe, maintaining sanctions that block property of persons undermining democratic processes or institutions in Zimbabwe. The continuation relies on authorities under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act and the National Emergencies Act, citing ongoing threats to U.S. foreign policy from Zimbabwean government actions.

Notice 68672008-02-06Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency Relating to Cuba and of the Emergency Authority Relating to the Regulation of the Anchorage and Movement of Vessels

President George W. Bush continued a national emergency originally declared in 1996 regarding Cuba, citing ongoing concerns about Cuba's use of force against U.S. civilian aircraft and vessels, as well as Cuba's destabilizing actions and rhetoric. The notice extends emergency authorities related to regulating vessel anchorage and movement near Cuba for another year under the National Emergencies Act.

Notice 133962008-02-05Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency Blocking Property of Certain Persons Contributing to the Conflict in Cote d'Ivoire

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13396, which blocks property of persons contributing to the conflict in Côte d'Ivoire. The continuation extends sanctions beyond their February 7, 2008 expiration date under the National Emergencies Act.

Notice 129472008-01-18Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Terrorists Who Threaten To Disrupt the Middle East Peace Process

President George W. Bush continued for one year the national emergency originally declared in 1995 regarding foreign terrorists threatening to disrupt the Middle East peace process, as required by the National Emergencies Act. This routine continuation maintains existing sanctions and authorities against designated individuals and entities, including those added in 1998.

Notice 129382007-11-08Bush

Continuation of Emergency Regarding Weapons of Mass Destruction

This notice continues for one year the national emergency first declared in 1994 regarding the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and their delivery systems. The continuation is made under section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act, maintaining existing sanctions and authorities without creating new authorities or modifying the underlying executive orders.

Notice 121702007-11-08Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Iran

President George W. Bush continued for one year the national emergency with respect to Iran originally declared on November 14, 1979, by Executive Order 12170. The continuation is based on ongoing abnormal U.S.-Iran relations and the incomplete implementation of the January 19, 1981 Algiers Accords agreements with Iran.

Notice 130672007-11-01Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Sudan

This notice continues for one year the national emergency with respect to Sudan originally declared in 1997, as expanded in 2006 to address the Darfur conflict. The continuation maintains existing sanctions and blocking of property authorities under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.

Notice 134132007-10-24Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Situation in or in Relation to the Democratic Republic of the Congo

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13413 regarding the conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, extending sanctions that block property of persons contributing to the violence. The continuation is based on the ongoing threat to U.S. foreign policy from widespread violence and atrocities in the region.

Notice 129782007-10-18Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Significant Narcotics Traffickers Centered in Colombia

President George W. Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared in 1995 regarding significant narcotics traffickers centered in Colombia, maintaining economic sanctions including asset freezes and transaction prohibitions against designated foreign persons and their supporters. The continuation extends Executive Order 12978's measures beyond their scheduled October 21, 2007 expiration date.

Notice 132242007-09-20Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Persons Who Commit, Threaten To Commit, or Support Terrorism

President George W. Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared on September 23, 2001, by Executive Order 13224, which targets persons who commit, threaten to commit, or support terrorism. This continuation extends the emergency authorities and measures adopted under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act beyond their scheduled expiration date of September 23, 2007.

Notice 74632007-09-12Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Certain Terrorist Attacks

President George W. Bush extended for one year the national emergency declared on September 14, 2001, following the 9/11 terrorist attacks, citing the continuing threat of further attacks. This continuation maintains emergency powers and authorities beyond their scheduled expiration date of September 14, 2007.

Notice 132222007-08-15Bush

Continuation of Emergency Regarding Export Control Regulations

President Bush extended for one year the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13222, which addresses the lapse of the Export Administration Act of 1979 and maintains export control regulations under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.

Notice 133482007-07-19Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Former Liberian Regime of Charles Taylor

President George W. Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13348 regarding the former Liberian regime of Charles Taylor, maintaining sanctions including the blocking of property of certain associated persons. The notice cites ongoing fragility in Liberia and the continued threat to U.S. foreign policy from Taylor's legacy of resource depletion and destabilization, despite Taylor currently standing trial at The Hague.

Notice 132192007-06-22Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Western Balkans

President George W. Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13219 on June 26, 2001, regarding threats from extremist violence and obstruction of peace implementation in the Western Balkans region. The continuation extends sanctions and emergency measures beyond their scheduled expiration date of June 26, 2007.

Notice 131592007-06-19Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Risk of Nuclear Proliferation Created by the Accumulation of Weapons-Usable Fissile Material in the Territory of the Russian Federation

This notice continues for one year a national emergency first declared in 2000 that blocks Russian government property in the U.S. related to the Highly Enriched Uranium (HEU) Agreements, protecting it from legal attachment or judicial process. The continuation maintains sanctions-based protections supporting the downblending of Russian weapons-grade uranium for peaceful commercial use.

Notice 134052007-06-14Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency Blocking Property of Certain Persons Undermining Democratic Processes or Institutions in Belarus

President George W. Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13405, which blocks property of persons undermining democratic processes or institutions in Belarus. The continuation extends sanctions beyond their June 16, 2007 expiration date under the National Emergencies Act.

Notice 133032007-05-18Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency Protecting the Development Fund for Iraq and Certain Other Property in Which Iraq Has an Interest

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared in 2003 that protects Iraqi oil revenues and related assets from legal attachment or judicial process. This routine annual extension, required by the National Emergencies Act, preserves legal immunities for the Development Fund for Iraq and Iraqi petroleum assets.

Notice 130472007-05-17Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Burma

President George W. Bush extended for one year the national emergency with respect to Burma (Myanmar) originally declared in 1997, maintaining sanctions including prohibitions on new investment, imports, and financial services exports. The continuation is based on the ongoing determination that Burma's government poses an unusual and extraordinary threat to U.S. national security and foreign policy through its repression of democratic opposition.

Notice 133382007-05-08Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency Blocking Property of Certain Persons and Prohibiting the Export of Certain Goods to Syria

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared in 2004 regarding Syria, maintaining sanctions that block property of certain persons and prohibit export of certain goods to Syria. The continuation cites ongoing Syrian support for terrorism, weapons programs, and undermining Iraq stabilization as justifications.

Notice2007-04-01Bush

Notice of Intention To Enter Into a Free Trade Agreement With Korea

President George W. Bush formally notified Congress of his intention to enter into a free trade agreement with South Korea, as required by section 2105(a)(1)(A) of the Trade Act of 2002. The notice was published in the Federal Register to satisfy statutory procedural requirements.

Notice2007-03-30Bush

Notice of Intention To Enter Into a Free Trade Agreement With Panama

President George W. Bush formally notified Congress of his intention to enter into a free trade agreement with Panama, as required by the Trade Act of 2002. The notice was published in the Federal Register to satisfy statutory procedural requirements.

Notice 129572007-03-08Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Iran

President George W. Bush continued for one year the national emergency with respect to Iran originally declared in 1995 under Executive Order 12957, citing ongoing threats to U.S. national security, foreign policy, and economy from Iranian government actions and policies. This annual renewal, required by the National Emergencies Act, maintains existing sanctions authorities and is distinct from the separate Iran emergency dating to 1979.

Notice 132882007-02-28Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Zimbabwe

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared in 2003 regarding Zimbabwe, maintaining sanctions that block property of persons undermining democratic processes or institutions in Zimbabwe. The continuation extends measures originally established by Executive Order 13288 and expanded by Executive Order 13391.

Notice 68672007-02-26Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency Relating to Cuba and of the Emergency Authority Relating to the Regulation of the Anchorage and Movement of Vessels

President George W. Bush continued a national emergency regarding Cuba originally declared in 1996 after Cuba shot down two U.S. civilian aircraft, and expanded in 2004 to deny support to the Cuban government. The notice extends emergency authority to regulate vessel anchorage and movement under the National Emergencies Act.

Notice 133962007-02-05Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency Blocking Property of Certain Persons Contributing to the Conflict in Cote d'Ivoire

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13396, which blocks property of persons contributing to the conflict in Côte d'Ivoire. The continuation is based on the ongoing threat to U.S. national security and foreign policy posed by continued violence, human rights abuses, and attacks on peacekeepers in that country.

Notice 129472007-01-18Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to �MDBU�ERR01�MDNM�HEADTerrorists Who Threaten To Disrupt the Middle East Peace Process

President George W. Bush continued for one year the national emergency first declared in 1995 regarding foreign terrorists threatening to disrupt the Middle East peace process, as required by the National Emergencies Act. This annual continuation maintains sanctions and blocking authorities originally established by Executive Orders 12947 and 13099.

Notice 121702006-11-09Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Iran

President George W. Bush continued for one year the national emergency with respect to Iran that was first declared on November 14, 1979, by Executive Order 12170. The continuation is based on ongoing abnormal U.S.-Iran relations and the incomplete implementation of the January 19, 1981, Algiers Accords agreements with Iran.

Notice 130672006-11-01Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Sudan

This notice continues for one year the national emergency with respect to Sudan originally declared in 1997 under Executive Order 13067, expanded in 2006 by Executive Order 13400 regarding Darfur, and amended by Executive Order 13412. The continuation is required under section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act because Sudan's actions and policies continue to threaten U.S. national security and foreign policy.

Notice 129382006-10-27Bush

Continuation of National Emergency Regarding the Proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction

This notice continues for one year a national emergency first declared in 1994 regarding weapons of mass destruction proliferation. It extends the authorities granted under Executive Order 12938 and its amendments, citing the ongoing threat to U.S. national security, foreign policy, and economy.

Notice 129782006-10-19Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Significant Narcotics Traffickers Centered in Colombia

President George W. Bush continued for one year the national emergency first declared in 1995 regarding significant narcotics traffickers centered in Colombia, maintaining sanctions that block property and prohibit transactions with designated persons involved in Colombian drug trafficking. The continuation extends the emergency authority and associated economic sanctions beyond their October 21, 2006 expiration date.

Notice 132242006-09-21Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Persons Who Commit, Threaten To Commit, or Support Terrorism

This notice continues for one year the national emergency declared by Executive Order 13224 on September 23, 2001, targeting persons who commit, threaten to commit, or support terrorism. The continuation is made under section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act, extending emergency measures beyond their scheduled expiration date of September 23, 2006.

Notice 74632006-09-05Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Certain Terrorist Attacks

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency first declared on September 14, 2001, following the 9/11 terrorist attacks, citing the ongoing terrorist threat. This annual renewal extends emergency powers and authorities beyond their September 14, 2006 expiration date.

Notice2006-08-24Bush

Intention To Enter Into a Free Trade Agreement With Colombia

President George W. Bush formally notified Congress of his intention to enter into a free trade agreement with Colombia, as required by section 2105(a)(1)(A) of the Trade Act of 2002. This procedural notice was published in the Federal Register to satisfy statutory notification requirements.

Notice 132222006-08-03Bush

Continuation of Emergency Regarding Export Control Regulations

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13222, which addresses export control regulations after the Export Administration Act of 1979 expired without congressional renewal. The notice extends the emergency authority beyond its August 17, 2006 expiration date.

Notice 133482006-07-18Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency Blocking Property of Certain Persons and Prohibiting the Importation of Certain Goods from Liberia

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13348, which blocks property of certain persons linked to former Liberian President Charles Taylor and prohibits importing certain goods from Liberia. The notice cites ongoing fragility in Liberia's democratic transition and the lasting destabilizing effects of Taylor's resource exploitation as justification for extending sanctions beyond their July 22, 2006 expiration date.

Notice 132192006-06-22Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Western Balkans

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13219 on June 26, 2001, regarding threats to peace and stability in the Western Balkans, including extremist violence and obstruction of peace agreements in Macedonia, Bosnia, and Kosovo. The continuation is authorized under section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act and extends emergency measures beyond their original expiration date of June 26, 2006.

Notice 131592006-06-19Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Risk of Nuclear Proliferation Created by the Accumulation of Weapons-Usable Fissile Material in the Territory of the Russian Federation

This notice continues for one year a national emergency originally declared in 2000 to protect Russian government property related to the Highly Enriched Uranium (HEU) Agreements from U.S. judicial process. The emergency blocks legal actions against assets tied to Russia's downblending of weapons-grade uranium for peaceful commercial use.

Notice 133032006-05-18Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency Protecting the Development Fund for Iraq and Certain Other Property in Which Iraq has an Interest

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13303 on May 22, 2003, protecting the Development Fund for Iraq and certain Iraqi property from attachment or judicial process. The notice extends sanctions and blocking authorities originally established to facilitate Iraq's reconstruction, citing ongoing threats to U.S. national security and foreign policy.

Notice 130472006-05-18Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Burma

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency with respect to Burma originally declared in 1997, maintaining sanctions including prohibitions on new investment, imports, and financial services exports. The continuation is based on the determination that Burma's government continues to pose an unusual and extraordinary threat to U.S. national security and foreign policy.

Notice 133382006-05-08Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency Blocking Property of Certain Persons and Prohibiting the Export of Certain Goods to Syria

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13338 (May 11, 2004) regarding Syria, maintaining sanctions that block property of certain persons and prohibit exportation of certain goods to Syria. The continuation cites ongoing Syrian support for terrorism, interference in Lebanon, WMD programs, and undermining stabilization efforts in Iraq.

Notice 129572006-03-13Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Iran

This notice continues for one year the national emergency with respect to Iran originally declared on March 15, 1995, under Executive Order 12957. The continuation maintains sanctions authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act based on the ongoing threat from Iranian government actions and policies.

Notice 132882006-02-27Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency Blocking Property of Persons Undermining Democratic Processes or Institutions in Zimbabwe

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared in 2003 regarding Zimbabwe, maintaining sanctions that block property of persons undermining democratic processes or institutions in that country. The continuation extends measures originally established by Executive Order 13288 and expanded by Executive Order 13391.

Notice 129472006-01-18Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Terrorists Who Threaten To Disrupt the Middle East Peace Process

President George W. Bush continued for one year a national emergency first declared in 1995 regarding foreign terrorists threatening to disrupt the Middle East peace process, as required by the National Emergencies Act. This routine continuation maintains existing sanctions and authorities under Executive Orders 12947 and 13099.

Notice 68672006-01-10Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency Relating to Cuba and of the Emergency Authority Relating to the Regulation of the Anchorage and Movement of Vessels

President George W. Bush continued for one year a national emergency originally declared in 1996 regarding Cuba, maintaining emergency authority to regulate vessel anchorage and movement. The continuation cites ongoing concerns about Cuban government threats against U.S. vessels and aircraft engaged in memorial activities or protests near Cuba, and the 2004 expansion denying monetary support to the Cuban government.

Notice2006-01-06Bush

Notice of Intention To Enter Into a Free Trade Agreement With Peru

This notice informs Congress and the public of the President's intention to enter into a free trade agreement with Peru, as required by section 2105(a)(1)(A) of the Trade Act of 2002. The notice itself is a statutory procedural step with no substantive policy directives beyond the notification requirement.

Notice 121702005-11-09Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Iran

President Bush extended for one year the national emergency with respect to Iran first declared in 1979 by Executive Order 12170, citing ongoing abnormal diplomatic relations and incomplete implementation of the 1981 Algiers Accords. The continuation is required under the National Emergencies Act and maintains existing sanctions authorities.

Notice 130672005-11-01Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Sudan

President Bush extended for one year the national emergency with respect to Sudan originally declared in 1997 under Executive Order 13067, citing the ongoing threat posed by Sudan's government to U.S. national security and foreign policy. The continuation maintains sanctions and emergency measures under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.

Notice 129382005-10-25Bush

Continuation of National Emergency Regarding the Proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency first declared by President Clinton in 1994 regarding weapons of mass destruction proliferation. The continuation is required under the National Emergencies Act because the threat persists, and follows amendments made earlier in 2005 by Executive Order 13382 to strengthen counter-proliferation authorities.

Notice 129782005-10-19Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Significant Narcotics Traffickers Centered in Colombia

This notice continues for one year a national emergency first declared in 1995 regarding significant narcotics traffickers centered in Colombia. The emergency powers block property of designated traffickers and their supporters and prohibit U.S. persons from transacting in such property.

Notice2005-10-17Bush

Intention To Enter Into a Free Trade Agreement With Oman

President George W. Bush formally notified Congress of his intention to enter into a Free Trade Agreement with Oman, as required by the Trade Act of 2002. The notice was published in the Federal Register to satisfy statutory procedural requirements.

Notice 132242005-09-21Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Persons Who Commit, Threaten To Commit, or Support Terrorism

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared on September 23, 2001, by Executive Order 13224, which targets persons who commit, threaten to commit, or support terrorism. This routine continuation under the National Emergencies Act extends sanctions and blocking authorities beyond their scheduled expiration.

Notice 74632005-09-08Bush

Notice Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Certain Terrorist Attacks

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared after the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, extending authorities allowing reserve military call-ups, personnel requirement waivers, and emergency construction delegated to the Secretaries of Defense and Homeland Security. This annual continuation is required under the National Emergencies Act to maintain these emergency powers beyond September 14, 2005.

Notice 132222005-08-02Bush

Continuation of Emergency Regarding Export Control Regulations

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13222, which was originally issued on August 17, 2001, due to the expiration and non-renewal of the Export Administration Act of 1979. This continuation maintains export control regulations under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.

Notice 133482005-07-19Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency Blocking Property of Certain Persons and Prohibiting the Importation of Certain Goods from Liberia

This notice continues for one year the national emergency declared by Executive Order 13348 on July 22, 2004, which blocks property of certain persons and prohibits importing certain goods from Liberia. The continuation is based on the ongoing threat posed by former Liberian President Charles Taylor and associates regarding unlawful depletion of Liberian resources and illicit timber trade linked to arms trafficking.

Notice 132192005-06-23Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Western Balkans

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency with respect to the Western Balkans originally declared in Executive Order 13219 on June 26, 2001. The continuation maintains sanctions and emergency measures targeting persons engaged in extremist violence or obstructing peace implementation in Macedonia, Bosnia, and Kosovo.

Notice 131592005-06-17Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Risk of Nuclear Proliferation Created by the Accumulation of Weapons-Usable Fissile Material in the Territory of the Russian Federation

This notice continues for one year a national emergency originally declared in 2000 that blocks Russian government assets in the U.S. related to the Highly Enriched Uranium (HEU) Agreements. The continuation protects Russian property from U.S. judicial process while Russia downblends weapons-grade uranium to low-enriched uranium for peaceful commercial use.

Notice 133032005-05-19Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency Protecting the Development Fund for Iraq and Certain Other Property in Which Iraq Has an Interest

This notice continues for one year the national emergency declared on May 22, 2003, protecting Iraqi assets—including the Development Fund for Iraq, Iraqi petroleum, and the Central Bank of Iraq—from attachment or judicial process. The continuation maintains sanctions and blocking authorities established by Executive Orders 13303, 13315, 13350, and 13364 to support Iraq's reconstruction and stability.

Notice 130472005-05-17Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Burma

This notice continues for one year the national emergency declared in 1997 regarding Burma (Myanmar), maintaining sanctions including prohibitions on new U.S. investment, imports, and financial services exports. The continuation is based on ongoing repression by Burma's government against democratic opposition.

Notice 133382005-05-05Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency Blocking Property of Certain Persons and Prohibiting the Export of Certain Goods to Syria

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13338, which blocks property of certain persons and prohibits exporting certain goods to Syria. The continuation was required under the National Emergencies Act because the Administration determined Syria's actions still pose an unusual and extraordinary threat to U.S. national security, foreign policy, and economy.

Notice 129572005-03-10Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Iran

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency with respect to Iran originally declared in 1995 under Executive Order 12957, citing ongoing threats from Iran's support for terrorism, efforts to undermine Middle East peace, and weapons of mass destruction programs. This renewal is distinct from the separate Iran emergency declared in 1979 under Executive Order 12170.

Notice 132882005-03-02Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency Blocking Property of Persons Undermining Democratic Processes or Institutions in Zimbabwe

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared in 2003 under Executive Order 13288, which blocks the property of persons undermining democratic processes or institutions in Zimbabwe. The continuation is based on a determination that the actions and policies of certain Zimbabwe government members and others still pose an unusual and extraordinary threat to U.S. foreign policy.

Notice 68672005-02-18Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency Relating to Cuba and the Emergency Authority Relating to the Regulation of the Anchorage and Movement of Vessels

President Bush continued a national emergency originally declared in 1996 after Cuba shot down two U.S. civilian aircraft, and expanded in 2004 to deny support to the Cuban government. The continuation maintains emergency authority to regulate vessel anchorage and movement around Cuba under the National Emergencies Act.

Notice 129472005-01-17Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Terrorists Who Threaten To Disrupt the Middle East Peace Process

President George W. Bush continued for one year the national emergency first declared in 1995 regarding foreign terrorists threatening to disrupt the Middle East peace process, as required by the National Emergencies Act. This routine continuation maintains existing sanctions and authorities under Executive Orders 12947 and 13099.

Notice 121702004-11-09Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Iran

This notice continues for one year the national emergency with respect to Iran originally declared on November 14, 1979, by Executive Order 12170, citing ongoing abnormal U.S.-Iran relations and incomplete implementation of the 1981 Algiers Accords. The continuation is made under section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act, which requires annual renewal to prevent automatic termination.

Notice 129382004-11-04Bush

Continuation of Emergency Regarding Weapons of Mass Destruction

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared by President Clinton in Executive Order 12938 regarding the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and their delivery means. The continuation extends the emergency beyond its November 14, 2004 expiration date under section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act.

Notice 130672004-11-01Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Sudan

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency with respect to Sudan originally declared by Executive Order 13067 on November 3, 1997, citing the ongoing threat to U.S. national security and foreign policy posed by the Government of Sudan's actions and policies. This continuation extends the emergency and its associated economic measures beyond their scheduled expiration date of November 3, 2004.

Notice 129782004-10-19Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Significant Narcotics Traffickers Centered in Colombia

This notice continues for one year a national emergency first declared in 1995 regarding significant narcotics traffickers centered in Colombia. The continuation maintains sanctions blocking property and prohibiting transactions with designated persons involved in Colombian drug trafficking.

Notice 132242004-09-21Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Persons Who Commit, Threaten To Commit, or Support Terrorism

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared by Executive Order 13224 on September 23, 2001, targeting persons who commit, threaten to commit, or support terrorism. This annual continuation is required by the National Emergencies Act to maintain sanctions and blocking authorities against terrorist financiers and supporters.

Notice 74632004-09-10Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Certain Terrorist Attacks

President Bush extended for one year the national emergency declared after the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, continuing authorities delegated to the Secretaries of Defense and Homeland Security regarding reserve component activation, military personnel requirements, and emergency construction.

Notice 132222004-08-06Bush

Continuation of Emergency Regarding Export Control

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13222, which authorized export control regulations after the Export Administration Act of 1979 expired. This is the third renewal of the emergency, which was originally declared on August 17, 2001.

Notice 132192004-06-24Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Western Balkans

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13219 (June 26, 2001) regarding threats to peace and stability in the Western Balkans, including extremist violence in Macedonia and obstruction of the Dayton Accords and UN Resolution 1244. This annual continuation under the National Emergencies Act maintains existing sanctions and emergency measures.

Notice 131592004-06-16Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Risk of Nuclear Proliferation Created by the Accumulation of Weapons-Usable Fissile Material in the Territory of the Russian Federation

This notice continues for one year a national emergency first declared in 2000 to protect Russian government assets in the U.S. related to the Highly Enriched Uranium (HEU) Agreements. The emergency blocks these assets from legal claims to ensure Russian weapons-grade uranium continues to be downblended for peaceful commercial nuclear reactor fuel rather than posing proliferation risks.

Notice2004-06-15Bush

Notice of Intention To Enter Into a Free Trade Agreement With Bahrain

This notice formally notifies Congress of the President's intention to enter into a free trade agreement with Bahrain, as required by section 2105(a)(1)(A) of the Trade Act of 2002. It also satisfies the statutory requirement to publish such notice in the Federal Register.

Notice 133032004-05-20Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency Protecting the Development Fund for Iraq and Certain Other Property in Which Iraq has an Interest

This notice continues for one year a national emergency first declared in May 2003 protecting Iraqi assets—including the Development Fund for Iraq, petroleum, and former regime property—from legal attachment or judicial process. The continuation is authorized under the National Emergencies Act to address ongoing threats to Iraq's reconstruction and stability.

Notice 130472004-05-17Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Burma

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency with respect to Burma (Myanmar) originally declared in 1997, maintaining sanctions including prohibitions on new investment, imports, and financial services exports. The continuation is based on ongoing determination that Burma's government poses an unusual and extraordinary threat to U.S. national security and foreign policy.

Notice2004-03-24Bush

Notice of Intention to Enter Into a Free Trade Agreement With the Dominican Republic

President Bush formally notified Congress of his intention to enter into a free trade agreement with the Dominican Republic, as required by the Trade Act of 2002. The notice was published in the Federal Register to satisfy statutory procedural requirements.

Notice 129572004-03-10Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Iran

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency with respect to Iran originally declared in 1995 under Executive Order 12957, citing Iran's continued support for terrorism, efforts to undermine Middle East peace, and weapons of mass destruction programs. This annual renewal maintains existing sanctions authorities under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.

Notice2004-03-08Bush

Notice of Intention to Enter Into a Free Trade Agreement With Morocco

President Bush notified Congress of his intention to enter into a free trade agreement with Morocco, as required by section 2105(a)(1)(A) of the Trade Act of 2002. The notice was published in the Federal Register as a procedural compliance step.

Notice 132882004-03-02Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency Blocking Property of Persons Undermining Democratic Processes or Institutions in Zimbabwe

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13288, which blocks the property of persons undermining democratic processes or institutions in Zimbabwe. The continuation extends sanctions beyond their March 6, 2004 expiration date under the National Emergencies Act.

Notice 68672004-02-26Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency Relating to Cuba and of the Emergency Authority Relating to the Regulation of the Anchorage and Movement of Vessels

President George W. Bush continued a national emergency originally declared in 1996 after Cuba shot down two U.S. civilian aircraft, maintaining emergency authority to regulate vessel anchorage and movement near Cuba. The continuation is based on Cuba's stated intent to use force against U.S. vessels or aircraft involved in protests and its lack of demonstration that it will refrain from such force.

Notice2004-02-20Bush

Notice of Intention to Enter Into a Free Trade Agreement with Costa Rica, El Salvador, Honduras, Guatemala, and Nicaragua (the "CAFTA Countries")

President George W. Bush formally notified Congress of his intention to enter into a free trade agreement with five Central American nations (Costa Rica, El Salvador, Honduras, Guatemala, and Nicaragua), as required by the Trade Act of 2002. This procedural notice triggers congressional consultation requirements and is published in the Federal Register, advancing the CAFTA negotiation process toward eventual treaty consideration.

Notice2004-02-13Bush

Notice of Intention To Enter Into a Free Trade Agreement With Australia

This notice formally notifies Congress of the President's intention to enter into a free trade agreement with Australia, as required by section 2105(a)(1)(A) of the Trade Act of 2002. It also triggers the statutory requirement for Federal Register publication of that notification.

Notice 129472004-01-16Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Terrorists Who Threaten To Disrupt the Middle East Peace Process

President Bush continued for one year a national emergency first declared in 1995 under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, targeting foreign terrorists threatening to disrupt the Middle East peace process. The continuation extends sanctions and related measures beyond their January 23, 2004 expiration date.

Notice 125432004-01-05Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Libya

President Bush continued the national emergency with respect to Libya that was first declared by President Reagan in 1986, citing unresolved concerns despite positive developments including Libya's December 2003 agreement to eliminate its weapons of mass destruction programs. The notice is required annually under the National Emergencies Act and maintains the legal framework for U.S. sanctions against Libya.

Notice 121702003-11-12Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Iran

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency with respect to Iran originally declared in 1979 by Executive Order 12170, citing ongoing abnormal relations and incomplete implementation of the 1981 Algiers Accords. This routine extension maintains existing sanctions and emergency authorities under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.

Notice 129382003-10-29Bush

Continuation of Emergency Regarding Weapons of Mass Destruction

President George W. Bush continued for one year the national emergency first declared by President Clinton in 1994 regarding the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and their delivery systems. The continuation is authorized under section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act and extends the emergency beyond its November 14, 2003 expiration date.

Notice 130672003-10-29Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Sudan

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency with respect to Sudan originally declared by Executive Order 13067 on November 3, 1997, citing ongoing threats to U.S. national security and foreign policy from Sudan's government actions and policies. The continuation extends emergency measures beyond their scheduled November 3, 2003 expiration date.

Notice 129782003-10-16Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to

President Bush continues for one year the national emergency declared in 1995 regarding significant narcotics traffickers centered in Colombia, maintaining sanctions that block property and prohibit transactions with designated persons. The continuation extends beyond the October 21, 2003 expiration date under the National Emergencies Act.

Notice2003-09-29Bush

Report to the Congress on the Memorandum of Understanding Between the Secretaries of State and Homeland Security Concerning Implementation of Section 428 of the Homeland Security Act of 2002

President Bush notified Congress of a Memorandum of Understanding between the Secretaries of State and Homeland Security implementing Section 428 of the Homeland Security Act of 2002, which governs cooperative management of visa processes to balance border security with legitimate travel.

Notice 132242003-09-18Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared on September 23, 2001, under Executive Order 13224 regarding persons who commit, threaten to commit, or support terrorism. This routine continuation extends the emergency authorities and sanctions beyond their statutory expiration date of September 23, 2003.

Notice 74632003-09-10Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared on September 14, 2001, following the 9/11 terrorist attacks, citing the ongoing terrorist threat. The notice extends authorities delegated to the Secretary of Defense and Secretary of Homeland Security for military reserve call-ups, emergency construction, and related emergency powers.

Notice 132222003-08-07Bush

Continuation of Emergency Regarding Export Control Regulations

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13222, which authorized export control regulations after the Export Administration Act of 1979 expired without congressional renewal. This routine procedural notice extends emergency authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.

Notice 127222003-07-31Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Iraq

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency with respect to Iraq originally declared in 1990, maintaining trade sanctions, asset blocking, and other measures related to post-Saddam Hussein instability and the U.S./Coalition temporary authority role.

Notice 132192003-06-20Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Western Balkans

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13219 on June 26, 2001, regarding threats to peace and stabilization efforts in the Western Balkans region, including extremist violence and obstruction of the Dayton Accords, UN Security Council Resolution 1244, and the Ohrid Framework Agreement. The continuation was made under section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act, extending sanctions and emergency measures beyond their original expiration date of June 26, 2003.

Notice 131592003-06-10Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to the Risk of Nuclear Proliferation Created by the Accumulation of Weapons-Usable Fissile Material in the Territory of the Russian Federation

This notice continues for one year a national emergency declared in 2000 that blocks Russian government property related to the Highly Enriched Uranium (HEU) Agreements from U.S. judicial process. The emergency protects assets tied to Russia's downblending of weapons-grade uranium to low-enriched uranium for peaceful commercial use, ensuring the program continues without legal interference.

Notice 130472003-05-16Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Burma

This notice continues for one year the national emergency declared on May 20, 1997, regarding Burma (Myanmar), maintaining sanctions prohibiting new U.S. investment in response to the Burmese government's large-scale repression of democratic opposition. The continuation is made under the National Emergencies Act and follows the original invocation of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.

Notice 129572003-03-12Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Iran

President George W. Bush continued for one year the national emergency with respect to Iran originally declared in 1995 under Executive Order 12957, citing Iran's continued support for terrorism, efforts to undermine Middle East peace, and weapons of mass destruction programs. This annual renewal under the National Emergencies Act maintains existing sanctions authorities and is distinct from the separate Iran emergency dating to 1979.

Notice 68672003-02-27Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency Relating to Cuba and of the Emergency Authority Relating to the Regulation of the Anchorage and Movement of Vessels

President George W. Bush continued a national emergency originally declared by President Clinton in 1996 following Cuba's destruction of two U.S.-registered civilian aircraft. The notice extends emergency authority to regulate vessel anchorage and movement near Cuba due to ongoing concerns about Cuba's threatened use of force against U.S. vessels and aircraft engaged in memorial activities or peaceful protest.

Notice2003-01-29Bush

Notice of Intention To Enter Into a Free Trade Agreement With Chile

President George W. Bush notified Congress of his intention to enter into a Free Trade Agreement with Chile, as required by sections 2103(a) and 2105(a) of the Trade Act of 2002. The notice was published in the Federal Register as mandated by section 2105(a)(1) of that Act.

Notice2003-01-29Bush

Notice of Intention To Enter Into a Free Trade Agreement With Singapore

President George W. Bush notified Congress of his intention to enter into a Free Trade Agreement with Singapore, as required by sections 2103(a) and 2105(a) of the Trade Act of 2002. The notice was published in the Federal Register as mandated by section 2105(a)(1) of that Act.

Notice 129472003-01-20Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Terrorists Who Threaten To Disrupt the Middle East Peace Process

This notice continues for one year a national emergency first declared in 1995 and expanded in 1998 targeting foreign terrorists who threaten to disrupt the Middle East peace process. The continuation maintains existing sanctions and emergency authorities under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.

Notice 131942003-01-16Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect To Sierra Leone and Liberia

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared in January 2001 regarding Sierra Leone and Liberia, maintaining the ban on importing rough diamonds from both countries due to the ongoing threat posed by the Revolutionary United Front (RUF) insurgency and Liberian government support for it.

Notice 125432003-01-02Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Libya

President Bush continued for another year the national emergency with respect to Libya originally declared by President Reagan in 1986. The continuation maintains sanctions and asset-blocking measures because Libya had not fully complied with UN Security Council resolutions regarding the Pan Am 103 bombing.

Notice 121702002-11-12Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Iran

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency with respect to Iran originally declared by President Carter on November 14, 1979, under Executive Order 12170. The continuation is justified by ongoing abnormal U.S.-Iran relations and the incomplete implementation of the January 19, 1981, Algiers Accords agreements.

Notice 129382002-11-06Bush

Continuation of Emergency Regarding Weapons of Mass

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency first declared by President Clinton in 1994 regarding the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and their delivery systems. The continuation is made under section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act and extends the emergency beyond its scheduled expiration on November 14, 2002.

Notice 130672002-10-29Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Sudan

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency with respect to Sudan originally declared in 1997 under Executive Order 13067, citing ongoing threats from Sudan's government including terrorist group activities and human rights violations. The continuation extends sanctions and emergency measures beyond their November 3, 2002 expiration date.

Notice 129782002-10-16Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Significant Narcotics Traffickers Centered in Colombia

This notice continues for one year a national emergency first declared in 1995 regarding significant narcotics traffickers centered in Colombia. It maintains existing sanctions that block property and prohibit transactions involving designated persons and their supporters under Executive Order 12978.

Notice 128652002-09-23Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to UNITA

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared in 1993 regarding UNITA (National Union for the Total Independence of Angola), maintaining sanctions including arms and petroleum embargoes, closure of UNITA offices in the U.S., asset blocking, and diamond import restrictions. The continuation was based on ongoing international obligations and concerns that ending sanctions would harm peace prospects in Angola.

Notice 132242002-09-19Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect To Persons Who Commit, Threaten To Commit, Or Support Terrorism

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared by Executive Order 13224 on September 23, 2001, which authorizes sanctions and asset blocking against persons who commit, threaten, or support terrorism. The continuation is required under the National Emergencies Act because the terrorism threat persists.

Notice 74632002-09-12Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to Certain Terrorist Attacks

This notice continues for one year the national emergency declared on September 14, 2001, following the 9/11 terrorist attacks, along with associated authorities delegated to the Secretaries of Defense and Transportation for reserve call-ups and military personnel waivers, and emergency construction authority for the Secretary of Defense.

Notice 132222002-08-14Bush

Continuation of Emergency Regarding Export Control

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13222, originally issued August 17, 2001, due to Congress's failure to renew the Export Administration Act of 1979. The notice extends emergency export control authorities under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act beyond their August 17, 2002 expiration date.

Notice 127222002-07-30Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Iraq

President George W. Bush continued for one year the national emergency with respect to Iraq originally declared by President George H.W. Bush on August 2, 1990, under Executive Orders 12722 and 12724, maintaining trade sanctions and blocked Iraqi government assets due to ongoing hostile activities by the Government of Iraq.

Notice 132192002-06-21Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Western Balkans

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13219 regarding the Western Balkans, citing ongoing threats from extremist violence in Macedonia and obstruction of peace implementation in Bosnia and Kosovo. The continuation extends sanctions and emergency measures beyond their June 26, 2002 expiration date under the National Emergencies Act.

Notice 131592002-06-18Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to the Risk of Nuclear Proliferation Created by the Accumulation of Weapons-Usable Fissile Material in the Territory of the Russian Federation

This notice continues for one year a national emergency declared in 2000 to block and protect Russian government property related to the Highly Enriched Uranium (HEU) Agreements, which convert weapons-grade uranium from dismantled Russian nuclear weapons into low-enriched uranium for peaceful commercial reactor fuel. The continuation prevents U.S. judicial actions against this property through June 21, 2003.

Notice 128082002-05-27Bush

Continuation of Emergency With Respect to the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia (Serbia and Montenegro)

President George W. Bush continued two national emergencies for one year: one declared May 30, 1992, regarding the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia (Serbia and Montenegro) and expanded in 1994 for Bosnian Serb actions; and another declared June 9, 1998, regarding Kosovo. The continuation maintains blocking of certain property and restrictions on transactions with persons indicted for war crimes by the ICTY until underlying claims and political conditions are resolved.

Notice 130472002-05-16Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Burma

This notice continues for one year the national emergency declared on May 20, 1997, regarding Burma (Myanmar), citing ongoing threats to U.S. national security and foreign policy from the Burmese government's actions and policies. The continuation maintains existing sanctions measures, including prohibitions on new investment by U.S. persons, originally imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act and section 570(b) of a 1997 appropriations act.

Notice 129572002-03-13Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to Iran

President Bush extended for one year the national emergency with respect to Iran originally declared by Executive Order 12957 on March 15, 1995, citing Iran's continued support for terrorism, efforts to undermine Middle East peace, and pursuit of weapons of mass destruction. The continuation is required under section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act and is distinct from the separate Iran emergency declared in 1979.

Notice 68672002-02-26Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency Relating to Cuba and of the Emergency Authority Relating to the Regulation of the Anchorage and Movement of Vessels

President George W. Bush continued the national emergency first declared by President Clinton in 1996 regarding Cuba, following Cuba's destruction of two U.S.-registered civilian aircraft. The notice extends emergency authority to regulate vessel anchorage and movement near Cuba under the National Emergencies Act.

Notice 129472002-01-18Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency first declared in 1995 regarding foreign terrorists threatening the Middle East peace process, including sanctions against designated individuals and entities. This routine annual extension maintains existing emergency measures under the National Emergencies Act.

Notice 131942002-01-15Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to

This notice continues for one year a national emergency originally declared in January 2001 regarding Sierra Leone and expanded in May 2001 to include Liberia, maintaining a ban on U.S. importation of rough diamonds from both countries due to the threat posed by the Revolutionary United Front (RUF) insurgency and Liberian government support for it.

Notice 125432002-01-03Bush

Continuation of Libya Emergency

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency with respect to Libya originally declared by President Reagan in 1986. The continuation maintains sanctions blocking Libyan assets in the U.S. because Libya had not yet complied with U.N. Security Council resolutions regarding the Pan Am 103 bombing.

Notice 129382001-11-09Bush

Continuation of Emergency Regarding Weapons of Mass

President Bush extended for one year the national emergency first declared by President Clinton in 1994 regarding the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and their delivery systems. This routine continuation, required annually under the National Emergencies Act, keeps sanctions and related authorities in effect.

Notice 121702001-11-09Bush

Continuation of Iran Emergency

President George W. Bush continued the national emergency with respect to Iran for another year, originally declared in 1979 by Executive Order 12170, because diplomatic relations had not normalized and implementation of the 1981 Algiers Accords remained incomplete.

Notice 130672001-10-31Bush

Continuation of Sudan Emergency

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency with respect to Sudan originally declared in 1997 under Executive Order 13067, citing ongoing concerns about Sudan's support for terrorism and human rights violations including slavery and restrictions on religious and political freedom. The continuation is required under section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act, which mandates annual renewal to keep the emergency and its associated sanctions measures in effect.

Notice 129782001-10-16Bush

Continuation of Emergency With Respect to Significant

This notice continues for one year a national emergency first declared in 1995 (EO 12978) targeting significant narcotics traffickers centered in Colombia. It maintains sanctions including blocking of property and interests in property of designated persons and prohibits U.S. persons from transactions involving such property.

Notice 128652001-09-24Bush

Continuation of Emergency With Respect to UNITA

President George W. Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared by President Clinton in 1993 regarding UNITA (National Union for the Total Independence of Angola), maintaining sanctions including arms and petroleum embargoes, blocking of UNITA assets, and diamond import restrictions. The continuation was based on ongoing international obligations and concerns that ending sanctions would harm peace prospects in Angola.

Notice 127222001-07-31Bush

Continuation of Iraqi Emergency

President Bush continued the national emergency with respect to Iraq that was first declared on August 2, 1990, extending the trade sanctions and asset blocking measures beyond their scheduled expiration on August 2, 2001. The continuation is based on the determination that Iraq's activities hostile to U.S. interests in the Middle East persist.

Notice 131292001-06-30Bush

Continuation of Emergency With Respect to the Taliban

This notice continues for another year the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13129, which blocks Taliban property and prohibits U.S. trade with Taliban-controlled Afghanistan. The continuation is justified by the Taliban's continued harboring of Osama bin Laden and al-Qaida, who threaten violence against the United States.

Notice 131592001-06-11Bush

Continuation of Emergency With Respect to Property of the Russian Federation Relating to the Disposition of Highly

President Bush continued for one year the national emergency declared by President Clinton in Executive Order 13159, which blocks Russian government property in the U.S. related to the Highly Enriched Uranium (HEU) Agreements. The emergency protects assets tied to downblending Russian weapons-grade uranium into low-enriched uranium for peaceful commercial use, shielding them from legal attachment or judicial process.

Notice 128082001-05-24Bush

Continuation of Emergency With Respect to the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia (Serbia and Montenegro) the Bosnian Serbs, and Kosovo

President George W. Bush continued two existing national emergencies for one year: one declared in 1992 regarding the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia (Serbia and Montenegro) and expanded in 1994 for Bosnian Serbs, and another declared in 1998 regarding Kosovo. The continuation maintains blocking of certain property and sanctions on Slobodan Milosevic, his associates, and persons indicted for war crimes by the ICTY, pending resolution of blocked property claims and full implementation of the Dayton Peace Agreement.

Notice 130472001-05-15Bush

Continuation of Emergency With Respect to Burma

This notice continues the national emergency with respect to Burma that was originally declared on May 20, 1997, under Executive Order 13047. The continuation extends the emergency beyond May 20, 2001, maintaining sanctions prohibiting new U.S. investment in Burma due to ongoing large-scale repression of the democratic opposition by Burma's government.

Notice 129572001-03-13Bush

Continuation of Iran Emergency

President Bush continued the national emergency with respect to Iran that was first declared by President Clinton on March 15, 1995, under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. The continuation extends sanctions and emergency authorities beyond their March 15, 2001 expiration date based on ongoing concerns about Iran's support for terrorism, efforts to undermine Middle East peace, and weapons of mass destruction programs.

Notice 68672001-02-27Bush

Continuation of the National Emergency Relating to Cuba and of the Emergency Authority Relating to the Regulation of the Anchorage and Movement of Vessels

President George W. Bush continued a national emergency originally declared by President Clinton on March 1, 1996, following Cuba's destruction of two U.S.-registered civilian aircraft. The notice extends emergency authority to regulate vessel anchorage and movement near Cuba due to ongoing concerns about Cuba's threats to use force against U.S. vessels and aircraft engaged in memorial activities or peaceful protest.

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Continuation of the National Emergency Relating to Cuba and of the Emergency Authority Relating to the Regulation of the Anchorage and Movement of Vessels

Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to Terrorists Who Threaten to Disrupt the Middle East Peace Process

Continuation of National Emergency with Respect to Weapons of Mass Destruction

Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to Iran

Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to the Situation in or in Relation to Sudan

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Situation in or in Relation to the Democratic Republic of the Congo

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Persons Who Commit, Threaten to Commit, or Support Terrorism

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect To Certain Terrorist Attacks

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect To the Actions of Certain Persons To Undermine the Sovereignty of Lebanon Or Its Democratic Processes And Institutions

Continuation of Emergency Regarding Export Control Regulations

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Former Liberian Regime of Charles Taylor

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Western Balkans

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Risk of Nuclear Proliferation Created by the Accumulation of Weapons-Usable Fissile Material in the Territory of the Russian Federation

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Actions and Policies of Certain Members of the Government of Belarus and Other Persons Undermining Democratic Processes or Institutions in Belarus

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Stabilization of Iraq

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Burma

Continuation of the National Emergency Blocking Property of Certain Persons and Prohibiting the Export of Certain Goods to Syria

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Iran

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Zimbabwe

Continuation of the National Emergency Relating to Cuba and of the Emergency Authority Relating to the Regulation of the Anchorage and Movement of Vessels

Continuation of the National Emergency Blocking Property of Certain Persons Contributing to the Conflict in Cote d'Ivoire

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Terrorists Who Threaten To Disrupt the Middle East Peace Process

Continuation of Emergency Regarding Weapons of Mass Destruction

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Iran

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Sudan

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Situation in or in Relation to the Democratic Republic of the Congo

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Significant Narcotics Traffickers Centered in Colombia

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Persons Who Commit, Threaten To Commit, or Support Terrorism

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Certain Terrorist Attacks

Continuation of Emergency Regarding Export Control Regulations

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Former Liberian Regime of Charles Taylor

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Western Balkans

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Risk of Nuclear Proliferation Created by the Accumulation of Weapons-Usable Fissile Material in the Territory of the Russian Federation

Continuation of the National Emergency Blocking Property of Certain Persons Undermining Democratic Processes or Institutions in Belarus

Continuation of the National Emergency Protecting the Development Fund for Iraq and Certain Other Property in Which Iraq Has an Interest

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Burma

Continuation of the National Emergency Blocking Property of Certain Persons and Prohibiting the Export of Certain Goods to Syria

Notice of Intention To Enter Into a Free Trade Agreement With Korea

Notice of Intention To Enter Into a Free Trade Agreement With Panama

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Iran

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Zimbabwe

Continuation of the National Emergency Relating to Cuba and of the Emergency Authority Relating to the Regulation of the Anchorage and Movement of Vessels

Continuation of the National Emergency Blocking Property of Certain Persons Contributing to the Conflict in Cote d'Ivoire

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Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Iran

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Sudan

Continuation of National Emergency Regarding the Proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Significant Narcotics Traffickers Centered in Colombia

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Persons Who Commit, Threaten To Commit, or Support Terrorism

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Certain Terrorist Attacks

Intention To Enter Into a Free Trade Agreement With Colombia

Continuation of Emergency Regarding Export Control Regulations

Continuation of the National Emergency Blocking Property of Certain Persons and Prohibiting the Importation of Certain Goods from Liberia

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Western Balkans

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Risk of Nuclear Proliferation Created by the Accumulation of Weapons-Usable Fissile Material in the Territory of the Russian Federation

Continuation of the National Emergency Protecting the Development Fund for Iraq and Certain Other Property in Which Iraq has an Interest

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Burma

Continuation of the National Emergency Blocking Property of Certain Persons and Prohibiting the Export of Certain Goods to Syria

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Iran

Continuation of the National Emergency Blocking Property of Persons Undermining Democratic Processes or Institutions in Zimbabwe

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Terrorists Who Threaten To Disrupt the Middle East Peace Process

Continuation of the National Emergency Relating to Cuba and of the Emergency Authority Relating to the Regulation of the Anchorage and Movement of Vessels

Notice of Intention To Enter Into a Free Trade Agreement With Peru

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Iran

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Sudan

Continuation of National Emergency Regarding the Proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Significant Narcotics Traffickers Centered in Colombia

Intention To Enter Into a Free Trade Agreement With Oman

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Persons Who Commit, Threaten To Commit, or Support Terrorism

Notice Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Certain Terrorist Attacks

Continuation of Emergency Regarding Export Control Regulations

Continuation of the National Emergency Blocking Property of Certain Persons and Prohibiting the Importation of Certain Goods from Liberia

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Western Balkans

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Risk of Nuclear Proliferation Created by the Accumulation of Weapons-Usable Fissile Material in the Territory of the Russian Federation

Continuation of the National Emergency Protecting the Development Fund for Iraq and Certain Other Property in Which Iraq Has an Interest

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Burma

Continuation of the National Emergency Blocking Property of Certain Persons and Prohibiting the Export of Certain Goods to Syria

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Iran

Continuation of the National Emergency Blocking Property of Persons Undermining Democratic Processes or Institutions in Zimbabwe

Continuation of the National Emergency Relating to Cuba and the Emergency Authority Relating to the Regulation of the Anchorage and Movement of Vessels

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to �MDBU�ERR01�MDNM�HEADTerrorists Who Threaten To Disrupt the Middle East Peace Process