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DOJ Seeking Comment on Possible Updates to FARA Regulations

The Department of Justice is seeking public comment on possible updates to the regulations under the Foreign Agents Registration Act, it said in an advance notice of proposed rulemaking. DOJ is considering whether it should issue "new regulations to clarify…

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the meaning of the term 'political consultant,' including, for example, by providing that this term is generally limited to those who conduct 'political activities'" and the role of political activities "on behalf of foreign principals other than state-owned enterprises." Other issues mentioned include labeling requirements for informational materials and changes to the e-filing system for FARA registrations.