This rule proposes to amend ATF regulations regarding the permanent import provisions of the Arms Export Control Act (AECA) by adding to the definition of import or importation articles initially imported under State Department controls as temporary imports, but whose possession, use, alteration, or disposal extends beyond the time limitations of the temporary import authorization and must be converted to a permanent import. These amendments would create a process by which importers may convert temporarily imported items to permanent imports under the AECA and ensure such comply with other Federal firearms laws.