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Executive Order 13026

Administration of Export Controls on Encryption Products

Ordered by William J. Clinton on November 15, 1996

Summary

Transfers export control responsibilities for certain encryption products from State to Commerce Department. Limits public disclosure and judicial review of export control decisions. Requires interagency review of licenses. Excludes encryption software from "technology" classification. Expands Justice Department oversight in export licensing process.

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