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... economy and civil society. To protect these global networks, it will often be necessary for the United States to share "know-how" and, in some cases, sensitive or dual-use equipment that can support network security, including sophisticated cargo and personnel surveillance sensors, knowledge extraction from sensor data, secure communications, and other advanced technologies.
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... In its investigations, the NRC's Committee on Homeland Security and Export Controls found instances in which existing export control regulations were affecting the S&T Directorate's mission: Counterterror research projects have been delayed, international conferences have been canceled, and DHS officials have been unable to attend conferences in the United States when foreign nationals were present.1 In each of these instances, the S&T Directorate was prevented or delayed from developing, sharing, or in some cases, learning about advanced antiterror technology that is being developed outside the United States. Currently, this problem primarily affects the department's research and development efforts in the S&T Directorate, but other components of the department could be affected in the future.
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... export control laws and regulations and related administrative processes currently prevent DHS from accomplishing some of these missions effectively and, in some cases, deny the United States access to the best technology to protect its citizens. 2 Committee on Science, Security, and Prosperity; Committee on Scientific Communication and National Security; National Research Council.
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... export control requirements. Finding III As recognized by reform efforts during the past 2 years, the current export control system has weaknesses and involves delays that harm national security.
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... These changes will save both money and time -- and will make the nation safer. However, the costs to our national security could be great if no action is taken.
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