Common use of EXPORT CONTROLS AND RESTRICTED PARTY SCREENING Clause in Contracts

EXPORT CONTROLS AND RESTRICTED PARTY SCREENING. It is understood that MSU is subject to United States laws and regulations controlling the export of technical data, computer software, laboratory prototypes, and other commodities, and that its obligations hereunder are contingent on compliance with applicable U.S. export laws and regulations (including the Arms Export Control Act, as amended, and the Export Administration Regulation 1996). The transfer of certain technical data and commodities may require a license from the cognizant agency of the United States Government and/or written assurance by the COLLABORATING ENTITY that the COLLABORATING ENTITY will not re-export data or commodities to certain foreign countries without prior approval of the cognizant government agency. While MSU agrees to cooperate in securing any license which the cognizant agency deems necessary in connection with this Agreement, MSU cannot guarantee that such licenses will be granted. It is also understood that the United States Government prohibits U.S. Persons, including educational institutions, from conducting business with persons and entities designated as restricted parties (Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons - SDNs) on any federal restricted party listings. These restricted party lists are administered and enforced by multiple U.S. Government Agencies, including the Department of Commerce, Department of State, the Department of the Treasury, the Federal Bureau of Investigations, Department of Homeland Security, and