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Christie Signs Bump Stock Ban in NJ
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thehemi »
Fri Jan 19, 2018 1:21 pm
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I apologize if this is the wrong section. I wasn't sure if this was a Texas specific section?
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I've seen several youtubes of people blasting away bump firing using just a forefinger, maybe with a rubber band.
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Fri Feb 09, 2018 10:02 am
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Last post by MeMelYup
Fri Dec 22, 2017 1:53 pm
Straus has a challenger
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ELB »
Fri Sep 22, 2017 8:27 pm
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Working on a link. On my phone, pain to do links.
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really, what I would like to see? is Strauss have a real challenger in his district, lose his seat. Then have a free for all election for the...
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Last post by SewTexas
Sun Oct 01, 2017 10:53 pm
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Last post by bblhd672
Mon Jul 24, 2017 2:13 pm
Signatures on amendements?
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mdubtx »
Mon May 22, 2017 6:06 pm
I have been looking at .pdf copies of amendments to bills from the current session.
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Mon May 22, 2017 6:06 pm
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Last post by powerboatr
Thu May 18, 2017 1:33 pm
Comey given notice
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treadlightly »
Tue May 09, 2017 5:01 pm
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He's fired. Sacked, given the boot, the bum's rush out the door, he is now unemployed. Happy, happy, happy.
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Dale....as they say in South... bless your heart ... :yawn
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Last post by parabelum
Tue May 16, 2017 9:04 pm
Why aren't more poor folks pro-2A?
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Soccerdad1995 »
Mon Apr 03, 2017 1:54 pm
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OK, here's what I don't understand. Poor folks, generally speaking are more likely to vote Democrat than Republican. I'm inferring from this that the...
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:iagree: Many people of color shoot all of the time in the country.
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Last post by Deitz83
Thu May 04, 2017 7:38 pm
How to visit the legislature in session?
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oohrah »
Mon May 01, 2017 10:59 am
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I'm going to have a lot of free time this week and next, and I thought I would head to Austin to see our much vaunted lege. I was hoping some of you...
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They weren't the last time I was there.
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Last post by Papa_Tiger
Tue May 02, 2017 1:45 pm
Violence against police could soon be hate crime in Texas
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sbrawley »
Sun Nov 20, 2016 9:55 pm
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Gov. Abbott is pushing a measure to make violence against police a Hate Crime .
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The legislation will probably pass and get singed into law. This just proves that statists are on both sides of the aisle. If a hypothetical...
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Last post by baseballguy2001
Sat Apr 08, 2017 5:09 pm
Anti Asset Forfeiture bill?
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android »
Thu Feb 09, 2017 1:47 pm
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I saw the Trump hoopla about trying to get the sheriff fired that is behind anti forfeiture laws. As with many things, he is completely wrong.
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It needs a due process system in place. Years ago it seemed like a good idea until they started abusing it and just seizing money and property for...
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Last post by earlwb
Sun Apr 02, 2017 10:45 am
Businesses Posting 30.06/07 Should Provide Safe Storage
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DDfst21 »
Sun Mar 19, 2017 6:18 am
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Businesses posting 30.06 / 07 signs exclude license holders that do not have cars, choose to walk, bike or use public transportation or are employed...
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Sort of like having your tongue in cheek rasher than sticking it out. ;-)
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Last post by WildBill
Tue Mar 21, 2017 9:05 am
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Last post by jweg84
Sun Jan 01, 2017 11:19 pm
Tracking Bills in the Tex. Leg.
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The Wall »
Tue Dec 06, 2016 3:37 pm
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You can do this yourself if you wish on the Texas Legislature website. You register and you can have your own list of bills to watch. I did this last...
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does anyone know if there is a maximum on this feature? I have several groups I'm watching bills for. This would make my job(s) easier.
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Last post by SewTexas
Thu Dec 08, 2016 10:56 pm
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Last post by Lynyrd
Wed Nov 02, 2016 6:27 pm
Changing the Laws of Texas
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TEX »
Mon Oct 17, 2016 9:17 am
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How do you change laws in Texas from a citizen’s efforts other than asking your representative to introduce a bill. I don’t believe Texas has “direct...
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That's why I mentioned trade groups with lots of money. Legislators all se habla dinero.
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Last post by KLB
Mon Oct 31, 2016 5:22 pm
New York Times Lets Honest Conclusion Slip By
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KLB »
Sat Oct 22, 2016 8:42 pm
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New York Times Examines Mass Shootings and Gun Laws. Even they characterized their findings as Dispiriting to Anyone Hoping for Simple Legislative...
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I doubt the New York Times would recognize honesty if it jumped and bit them, the main stream media is nothing more than a shill for socialist agenda!
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Last post by crazy2medic
Sun Oct 23, 2016 9:54 am
5th Amendment - help please
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C-dub »
Tue Oct 04, 2016 9:23 am
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With pleading the fifth becoming more and more prevalent among those being summoned to testify before congress or various senate hearings, I began...
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I believe this is the case being referenced -
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Last post by TexasJohnBoy
Sun Oct 09, 2016 5:50 pm
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Last post by FastCarry
Sat Sep 24, 2016 11:53 am
uneven reciprocity
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a.nonimous »
Sun Sep 18, 2016 7:31 pm
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any way to speak with our state legislators about reciprocity? Texas is very generous and recognizes valid permits from pretty much any state, yet...
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Negative reciprocity (if you will) isn't the way to go.
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Last post by Abraham
Mon Sep 19, 2016 12:25 pm
Austin City Hall to Fight AG Opinion
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stash »
Sat Jul 09, 2016 7:06 am
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Looks like Austin officials are not going to back down from the AG's Tuesday opinion regarding firearms in city hall. Looks like the city has until...
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Not being a lawyer it would seem to apply, so I asked in previous posts why this sort of action by official wouldn't be construed as official...
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Last post by puma guy
Sun Jul 10, 2016 12:04 pm
TN new law makes businesses liable
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ErnieP »
Sun Jul 03, 2016 9:59 am
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A new Tennessee law, effective July 1st, makes businesses that prohibit legal carry liable for all damages sustained if attacked on premises. I'm net...
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Already being discussed here
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Last post by Keith B
Sun Jul 03, 2016 1:57 pm
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Last post by Pawpaw
Wed Jun 29, 2016 8:18 am
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Fri Jun 10, 2016 7:43 am
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Last post by Soccerdad1995
Wed Jun 08, 2016 11:47 am
Gun/Ammo Tax Free Weekend
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locke_n_load »
Sun May 29, 2016 12:12 pm
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How would this go through for this year since our Texas Congress is not in session till next year?
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Since this is old news and can't resurface again until 2017, closing this Topic. BTW, This was also HB206 in 2015 (Leach), and the idea was first...
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Last post by Skiprr
Wed Jun 01, 2016 5:47 am
How would a normal citizen propose legislation?
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Pariah3j »
Fri May 20, 2016 1:38 pm
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I believe in Texas that is how its done. It must be sponsored by or brought forth by a member of the legislator. Having a group backing or a petition...
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Keith hit the nail on the head. That is exactly what I did. Had an idea, contacted my State Rep, scheduled a meeting, worked with one of his staff to...
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Last post by AF-Odin
Fri May 27, 2016 6:50 am
University of Texas (UT) Campus Carry page
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TinaMiB »
Thu Jul 02, 2015 12:13 pm
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UT sent out the following note regarding Campus Carry. This was one part of a larger email entitled Message from UT President Gregory L. Fenves |...
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Interesting update on UT's Campus Carry implementation:
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Last post by Papa_Tiger
Fri May 13, 2016 11:43 am
30.07 on City-Owned Property
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TreyNTX69 »
Sun Apr 17, 2016 2:56 am
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This is my very first post, so I apologize in advance if I've posted this in an inappropriate area or if this falls into the category of already been...
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If you do, it's easier to prove you sent the notice.
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Last post by KLB
Mon Apr 25, 2016 9:08 pm
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Last post by Pawpaw
Sat Apr 23, 2016 6:26 pm
New California AWB passes into law.
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The Annoyed Man »
Wed Mar 02, 2016 12:46 am
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Apologize is this isn't the correct forum.....
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:roll: Heavy sigh........ Spent a total of almost six tears in Cali in three different military assignments back in the 70s into the very early 80s....
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Last post by AF-Odin
Wed Apr 20, 2016 9:51 am
Public Opinion and the Second Amendment
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KLB »
Tue Apr 12, 2016 10:33 pm
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Here's a link to a short but interesting article about changing public opinion regarding the Second Amendment.
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So did I! I had to read it 2 times to fully appreciate the humor.....kind of out of context humor from such a serious article.
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Last post by joe817
Wed Apr 13, 2016 9:57 am
Poll
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safety1 »
Wed Mar 09, 2016 8:44 am
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My prediction is that the FBI will make a criminal referral but the Justice Department will refuse to pursue it for political reasons. Lower level...
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Last post by KLB
Sun Apr 03, 2016 4:36 pm
Campus Carry Countdown
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TexasJohnBoy »
Sun Sep 06, 2015 6:13 pm
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Figured we needed a companion thread to the Open Carry Countdown...
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Under 5 months...
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Last post by TexasJohnBoy
Wed Mar 09, 2016 12:01 pm
Joe Straus supporters list??
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Mike1951 »
Sun Feb 21, 2016 1:37 pm
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I'm actually very satisfied with my State Rep and he has the NRA endorsement.
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Rep. Smith should be thankful for that third candidate keeping Mr. Cain under 50%. I'm watching this race, since I'll be living in this House...
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Last post by TangoX-ray
Thu Mar 03, 2016 11:03 am
State Democrat Party referenda topics.(mischief)
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txgho1911 »
Wed Mar 02, 2016 6:20 pm
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Maybe a catch thread for all the mischief the democrats are steaming over. Also included the statewide results from the primary via unofficial...
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Already running here:
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Last post by Vol Texan
Wed Mar 02, 2016 6:26 pm
Wait 'til next year...
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tomneal »
Tue Jan 05, 2016 1:44 pm
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Wow! Can you believe it's time for the Wait 'til next year list for the 2017 Texas Legislature.
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Cognito is just west of Communicado
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Last post by Jusme
Mon Feb 29, 2016 7:44 pm
Clarification of August 2016 Changes
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jimcrouch »
Wed Feb 17, 2016 8:29 am
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I am new to the forum and apologize if this topic has already been fleshed out. Can someone explain this section of the new Penal Code that is slated...
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Thanks again!
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Last post by jimcrouch
Thu Feb 18, 2016 3:25 pm
UNT Campus Carry Draft Policy
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TexasJohnBoy »
Thu Jan 21, 2016 1:34 pm
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I haven't read it yet, it just got published about 10 minutes ago. The website went down for about 10 minutes right after it was released...
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Thanks for posting JohnBoy, I didn't know this was available. I'm happy they didn't try to outright ban as many classrooms as possible, but in my...
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Last post by NorthTexas
Thu Jan 21, 2016 10:17 pm
Campus carry opinion sought"
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stash »
Fri Nov 20, 2015 1:50 pm
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There is an interesting article on page B1 of statesman.com (Austin newspaper) dated today (11/20/2015). It is captioned as set out above in the...
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Thank you much. I stand corrected.
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Last post by koine2002
Mon Nov 30, 2015 12:11 am
Parsing the Campus Carry Act
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oohrah »
Mon Sep 07, 2015 1:40 pm
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I have had a personal interest in this matter since I work on the campuses of institutions of higher education (public junior college, and private...
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At first blush, I can see how this looks like a small step backwards in terms of where we can carry. However, this is not the case.
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Last post by Charles L. Cotton
Wed Oct 21, 2015 9:29 pm
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Last post by Beiruty
Sat Sep 26, 2015 6:24 pm
Admiral McRaven's NPR Interview
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baldeagle »
Fri Jun 05, 2015 12:25 pm
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This was posted in the thread on SB 11 and HB 910. I think it needs it's own thread for discussion.
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That boar hog phrase still in use? I'm an old guy and that was one of my father's favorite sayings.
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Thu Jul 02, 2015 1:08 pm
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