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CS/CS/HB 971: Highway Safety & Motor Vehicles [CPSC]

GENERAL BILL by Economic Development and Community Affairs Policy Council ; Roads, Bridges, and Ports Policy Committee ; Aubuchon

Highway Safety & Motor Vehicles [CPSC]; Defines term "tri-vehicle" for purposes of Florida Uniform Traffic Control Law; requires that drivers of certain commercial motor vehicles slow before crossing railroad grade crossing; requires bicycles to be ridden in lane marked for bicycle use except under specified circumstances; creates Hispanic Achievers license plate, Children First license plate, & Veterans of Foreign Wars license plate, etc.

Effective Date: 09/01/2010 except as otherwise provided
 Last Action: 6/7/2010 - Chapter No. 2010-223; companion bill(s) passed, see CS/HB 263 (Ch. 2010-82), CS/CS/CS/HB 631 (Ch. 2010-198), CS/HB 795 (Ch. 2010-107)
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  • Bill History

    Date Chamber Action
    2/9/2010 House • Filed
    2/25/2010 House • Referred to Roads, Bridges, & Ports Policy (EDCA); Transportation & Economic Development Appropriations (CEED); Economic Development & Community Affairs Policy Council
    3/2/2010 House • Introduced, referred to Roads, Bridges, & Ports Policy (EDCA); Transportation & Economic Development Appropriations (CEED); Economic Development & Community Affairs Policy Council -HJ 00086
    3/15/2010 House • PCS on Committee agenda-- Roads, Bridges, & Ports Policy (EDCA), 03/17/10, 9:00 am, 404-H
    3/17/2010 House • CS by Roads, Bridges, & Ports Policy (EDCA); YEAS 10 NAYS 0 -HJ 00379
    3/23/2010 House • CS read 1st time on 03/23/10 -HJ 00374; Pending review of CS under Rule 7.20
    3/24/2010 House • Original reference(s) removed: Transportation & Economic Development Appropriations (CEED); CS referred to Economic Development & Community Affairs Policy Council -HJ 00395; Now in Economic Development & Community Affairs Policy Council
    4/15/2010 House • On Council agenda-- Economic Development & Community Affairs Policy Council, 04/16/10, 9:00 am, 404-H
    4/16/2010 House • CS/CS by- Economic Development & Community Affairs Policy Council; YEAS 15 NAYS 0 -HJ 00851
    4/21/2010 House • CS read 1st time on 04/21/10 -HJ 00845; Pending review of CS -under Rule 7.20; Placed on Calendar -HJ 00850
    4/23/2010 House • Placed on Special Order Calendar; Read 2nd time -HJ 01004; Amendment(s) adopted -HJ 01005
    4/26/2010 House • Read 3rd time -HJ 01083; Amendment(s) adopted -HJ 01084; CS passed as amended; YEAS 114 NAYS 0 -HJ 01084
    4/26/2010 Senate • In Messages; Received -SJ 00875; Referred to Transportation; Criminal Justice; Finance and Tax; Transportation and Economic Development Appropriations -SJ 00875
    4/27/2010 Senate • Withdrawn from Transportation; Criminal Justice; Finance and Tax; Transportation and Economic Development Appropriations -SJ 00902; Substituted for CS/CS/CS/SB 2400 -SJ 00903; Read 2nd time -SJ 00903
    4/29/2010 Senate • Read 3rd time -SJ 01035; CS passed; YEAS 29 NAYS 0 -SJ 01037
    4/29/2010 House • Ordered enrolled -HJ 01285
    5/21/2010 • Signed by Officers and presented to Governor
    6/4/2010 • Approved by Governor
    6/7/2010 • Chapter No. 2010-223; companion bill(s) passed, see CS/HB 263 (Ch. 2010-82), CS/CS/CS/HB 631 (Ch. 2010-198), CS/HB 795 (Ch. 2010-107)

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  • CS/CS/HB 971, Enrolled (Current Bill Version) Posted 4/29/2010 at 8:22 PM

    Bill Text:   Web Page | PDF
    Analyses:   None

    Related Bills (19)

    Bill Number Subject Filed By Relationship Last Action and Location
    S 2400 (c3) Motor Vehicles [CPSC] Gardiner Similar Last Action: 4/27/2010 S Placed on Special Order Calendar; Read 2nd time -SJ 00901; Amendment(s) adopted (816020, 562928, 540110, 469116, 468800, 343628, 160518) -SJ 00902; Substituted CS/CS/HB 971 -SJ 00902; Laid on Table, companion bill(s) passed, see CS/CS/HB 971 (Ch. 2010-223), CS/HB 263 (Ch. 2010-82), CS/CS/CS/HB 631 (Ch. 2010-198), CS/HB 795 (Ch. 2010-107) -SJ 00902
    Location:
    H 221 (c1) Drowsy Driving Prevention Williams Compare Last Action: 4/30/2010 H Died in Economic Development & Community Affairs Policy Council, companion bill(s) passed, see CS/CS/HB 971 (Ch. 2010-223)
    Location:
    H 263 (c1) Llorente Compare Last Action: 5/14/2010 Approved by Governor; Chapter No. 2010-82; companion bill(s) passed, see CS/CS/HB 971 (Ch. 2010-223)
    Location:
    H 631 (e3) Burgin Compare Last Action: 6/3/2010 Approved by Governor; Chapter No. 2010-198; companion bill(s) passed, see CS/CS/HB 971 (Ch. 2010-223)
    Location:
    H 795 (c1) Jones Compare Last Action: 5/27/2010 Chapter No. 2010-107; companion bill(s) passed, see CS/CS/HB 971 (Ch. 2010-223)
    Location:
    S 432 (c1) Motor Vehicle Window Sunscreening Requirements [CPSC] Sobel Compare Last Action: 4/30/2010 S Died in Committee on Criminal Justice, companion bill(s) passed, see CS/CS/HB 971 (Ch. 2010-223)
    Location:
    S 482 (e2) Highway Safety Act [CPSC] Bennett Compare Last Action: 4/30/2010 H Died in Messages, companion bill(s) passed, see CS/CS/CS/HB 631 (Ch. 2010-198), CS/CS/HB 971 (Ch. 2010-223)
    Location:
    S 842 (c1) Motor Vehicles [CPSC] Negron Compare Last Action: 4/15/2010 S Placed on Special Order Calendar; Read 2nd time -SJ 00589; Amendment(s) adopted (786328) -SJ 00589; Substituted CS/HB 263 -SJ 00589; Laid on Table, companion bill(s) passed, see CS/HB 263 (Ch. 2010-82), CS/CS/HB 971 (Ch. 2010-223) -SJ 00589
    Location:
    S 924 (c2) Driver's Licenses [CPSC] Wise Compare Last Action: 4/30/2010 S Placed on Special Order Calendar; Died on Calendar, companion bill(s) passed, see CS/CS/HB 971 (Ch. 2010-223)
    Location:
    S 1144 (c1) Driving Safety/Ronshay Dugans Act [CPSC] Smith Compare Last Action: 4/30/2010 S Died on Calendar, companion bill(s) passed, see CS/CS/HB 971 (Ch. 2010-223)
    Location:
    S 1182 (c2) Motor Vehicles [CPSC] Crist Compare Last Action: 4/29/2010 S Placed on Special Order Calendar; Read 2nd time -SJ 01132; Amendment(s) adopted (132198) -SJ 01132; Substituted CS/CS/CS/HB 631 -SJ 01132; Laid on Table, companion bill(s) passed, see CS/CS/CS/HB 631 (Ch. 2010-198), CS/CS/HB 971 (Ch. 2010-223) -SJ 01132
    Location:
    S 1438 (c1) Highway Safety [WPSC] Fasano Compare Last Action: 4/30/2010 S Died in Senate, companion bill(s) passed, see CS/CS/HB 971 (Ch. 2010-223), HB 5501 (Ch. 2010-163)
    Location:
    S 1478 License Plates/Veterans of Foreign Wars [CPSC] Baker Compare Last Action: 4/30/2010 S Died in Committee on Transportation, companion bill(s) passed, see CS/CS/HB 971 (Ch. 2010-223)
    Location:
    S 1522 License Plates [CPSC] Baker Compare Last Action: 4/30/2010 S Died in Committee on Transportation, companion bill(s) passed, see CS/CS/HB 351 (Ch. 2010-168), CS/CS/HB 971 (Ch. 2010-223)
    Location:
    S 1604 (c2) Violation of Traffic Laws/Penalties [CPSC] Smith Compare Last Action: 4/27/2010 S Placed on Calendar, on 2nd reading -SJ 00703; Placed on Special Order Calendar; Read 2nd time -SJ 00899; Was taken up -SJ 00917; Substituted CS/HB 795 -SJ 00917; Laid on Table, companion bill(s) passed, see CS/HB 795 (Ch. 2010-107), CS/CS/HB 971 (Ch. 2010-223) -SJ 00917
    Location:
    S 2226 Off-highway Vehicles/ROV [EPSC] Baker Compare Last Action: 4/30/2010 H Died in Messages, companion bill(s) passed, see CS/CS/CS/HB 631 (Ch. 2010-198), CS/CS/HB 971 (Ch. 2010-223)
    Location:
    S 2380 (c1) Window Sunscreening Exclusions [CPSC] Baker Compare Last Action: 4/30/2010 S Died in Committee on Children, Families, and Elder Affairs, companion bill(s) passed, see CS/CS/HB 971 (Ch. 2010-223)
    Location:
    S 2448 (c1) Vehicle Operation [CPSC] Bennett Compare Last Action: 4/30/2010 H Died in Messages, companion bill(s) passed, see CS/CS/HB 971 (Ch. 2010-223)
    Location:
    S 2638 (c1) Specialty License Plates [CPSC] Siplin Compare Last Action: 4/30/2010 S Died in Committee on Higher Education, companion bill(s) passed, see CS/CS/HB 971 (Ch. 2010-223)
    Location:

    Citations - Statutes (43)

    Citation Catchline Location in Bill Location In Bill Help
    261.03 Definitions.
    316.003 Definitions.
    316.008 Powers of local authorities.
    316.066 Written reports of crashes.
    316.0741 High-occupancy-vehicle lanes.
    316.159 Certain vehicles to stop at all railroad grade crossings.
    316.193 Driving under the influence; penalties.
    316.1995 Driving upon sidewalk or bicycle path.
    316.2065 Bicycle regulations.
    316.2085 Riding on motorcycles or mopeds.
    316.212 Operation of golf carts on certain roadways.
    316.2128 Operation of motorized scooters and miniature motorcycles; requirements for sales.
    316.2952 Windshields; requirements; restrictions.
    316.29545 Window sunscreening exclusions; medical exemption; certain law enforcement vehicles exempt.
    316.605 Licensing of vehicles.
    316.646 Security required; proof of security and display thereof; dismissal of cases.
    317.0003 Definitions.
    318.14 Noncriminal traffic infractions; exception; procedures.
    318.18 Amount of penalties.
    319.28 Transfer of ownership by operation of law.
    319.30 Definitions; dismantling, destruction, change of identity of motor vehicle or mobile home; salvage.
    320.02 Registration required; application for registration; forms.
    320.03 Registration; duties of tax collectors; International Registration Plan.
    320.05 Records of the department; inspection procedure; lists and searches; fees.
    320.071 Advance registration renewal; procedures.
    320.08 License taxes.
    320.08053 Requirements for requests to establish specialty license plates.
    320.08056 Specialty license plates.
    320.08058 Specialty license plates.
    320.0807 Special license plates for Governor and federal and state legislators.
    320.084 Free motor vehicle license plate to certain disabled veterans.
    321.03 Imitations prohibited; penalty.
    321.05 Duties, functions, and powers of patrol officers.
    322.01 Definitions.
    322.08 Application for license.
    322.121 Periodic reexamination of all drivers.
    322.18 Original applications, licenses, and renewals; expiration of licenses; delinquent licenses.
    322.2615 Suspension of license; right to review.
    322.271 Authority to modify revocation, cancellation, or suspension order.
    322.2715 Ignition interlock device.
    322.34 Driving while license suspended, revoked, canceled, or disqualified.
    322.61 Disqualification from operating a commercial motor vehicle.
    488.06 Revocation or suspension of license or certificate.

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  • CS/CS/HB 971, Engrossed 2 Posted 4/26/2010 at 6:13 PM

    Bill Text:   Web Page | PDF
    Analyses:   None

    Floor Amendments (1)

    Amendment Sponsor Filed Last Floor Action Format
    500486 - Amendment
    		Fasano 4/27/2010
    12:23 PM     		Senate: Withdrawn
    4/27/2010     		PDF

    Floor Votes (1)

    Date Chamber Result
    4/29/2010 1:43 PM Senate 29 Yeas - 0 Nays

    Citations - Statutes (43)

    Citation Catchline Location in Bill Location In Bill Help
    261.03 Definitions.
    316.003 Definitions.
    316.008 Powers of local authorities.
    316.066 Written reports of crashes.
    316.0741 High-occupancy-vehicle lanes.
    316.159 Certain vehicles to stop at all railroad grade crossings.
    316.193 Driving under the influence; penalties.
    316.1995 Driving upon sidewalk or bicycle path.
    316.2065 Bicycle regulations.
    316.2085 Riding on motorcycles or mopeds.
    316.212 Operation of golf carts on certain roadways.
    316.2128 Operation of motorized scooters and miniature motorcycles; requirements for sales.
    316.2952 Windshields; requirements; restrictions.
    316.29545 Window sunscreening exclusions; medical exemption; certain law enforcement vehicles exempt.
    316.605 Licensing of vehicles.
    316.646 Security required; proof of security and display thereof; dismissal of cases.
    317.0003 Definitions.
    318.14 Noncriminal traffic infractions; exception; procedures.
    318.18 Amount of penalties.
    319.28 Transfer of ownership by operation of law.
    319.30 Definitions; dismantling, destruction, change of identity of motor vehicle or mobile home; salvage.
    320.02 Registration required; application for registration; forms.
    320.03 Registration; duties of tax collectors; International Registration Plan.
    320.05 Records of the department; inspection procedure; lists and searches; fees.
    320.071 Advance registration renewal; procedures.
    320.08 License taxes.
    320.08053 Requirements for requests to establish specialty license plates.
    320.08056 Specialty license plates.
    320.08058 Specialty license plates.
    320.0807 Special license plates for Governor and federal and state legislators.
    320.084 Free motor vehicle license plate to certain disabled veterans.
    321.03 Imitations prohibited; penalty.
    321.05 Duties, functions, and powers of patrol officers.
    322.01 Definitions.
    322.08 Application for license.
    322.121 Periodic reexamination of all drivers.
    322.18 Original applications, licenses, and renewals; expiration of licenses; delinquent licenses.
    322.2615 Suspension of license; right to review.
    322.271 Authority to modify revocation, cancellation, or suspension order.
    322.2715 Ignition interlock device.
    322.34 Driving while license suspended, revoked, canceled, or disqualified.
    322.61 Disqualification from operating a commercial motor vehicle.
    488.06 Revocation or suspension of license or certificate.

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  • CS/CS/HB 971, Engrossed 1 Posted 4/23/2010 at 8:48 PM

    Bill Text:   Web Page | PDF
    Analyses:   None

    Floor Amendments (2)

    Amendment Sponsor Filed Last Floor Action Format
    979583 - Amendment
    		Aubuchon 4/26/2010
    7:44 AM     		PDF
    986655 - Amendment
    		Aubuchon 4/26/2010
    7:44 AM     		PDF

    Floor Votes (1)

    Date Chamber Result
    4/26/2010 4:40 PM House 114 Yeas - 0 Nays

    Citations - Statutes (43)

    Citation Catchline Location in Bill Location In Bill Help
    261.03 Definitions.
    316.003 Definitions.
    316.008 Powers of local authorities.
    316.066 Written reports of crashes.
    316.0741 High-occupancy-vehicle lanes.
    316.159 Certain vehicles to stop at all railroad grade crossings.
    316.193 Driving under the influence; penalties.
    316.1995 Driving upon sidewalk or bicycle path.
    316.2065 Bicycle regulations.
    316.2085 Riding on motorcycles or mopeds.
    316.212 Operation of golf carts on certain roadways.
    316.2128 Operation of motorized scooters and miniature motorcycles; requirements for sales.
    316.2952 Windshields; requirements; restrictions.
    316.29545 Window sunscreening exclusions; medical exemption; certain law enforcement vehicles exempt.
    316.605 Licensing of vehicles.
    316.646 Security required; proof of security and display thereof; dismissal of cases.
    317.0003 Definitions.
    318.14 Noncriminal traffic infractions; exception; procedures.
    318.18 Amount of penalties.
    319.28 Transfer of ownership by operation of law.
    319.30 Definitions; dismantling, destruction, change of identity of motor vehicle or mobile home; salvage.
    320.02 Registration required; application for registration; forms.
    320.03 Registration; duties of tax collectors; International Registration Plan.
    320.05 Records of the department; inspection procedure; lists and searches; fees.
    320.071 Advance registration renewal; procedures.
    320.08 License taxes.
    320.08053 Requirements for requests to establish specialty license plates.
    320.08056 Specialty license plates.
    320.08058 Specialty license plates.
    320.0807 Special license plates for Governor and federal and state legislators.
    320.084 Free motor vehicle license plate to certain disabled veterans.
    321.03 Imitations prohibited; penalty.
    321.05 Duties, functions, and powers of patrol officers.
    322.01 Definitions.
    322.08 Application for license.
    322.121 Periodic reexamination of all drivers.
    322.18 Original applications, licenses, and renewals; expiration of licenses; delinquent licenses.
    322.2615 Suspension of license; right to review.
    322.271 Authority to modify revocation, cancellation, or suspension order.
    322.2715 Ignition interlock device.
    322.34 Driving while license suspended, revoked, canceled, or disqualified.
    322.61 Disqualification from operating a commercial motor vehicle.
    488.06 Revocation or suspension of license or certificate.

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  • CS/CS/HB 971, Committee Substitute 2 Posted 4/21/2010 at 12:25 PM

    Bill Text:   Web Page | PDF
    Analyses:   Economic Development and Community Affairs Policy Council (Post-Meeting) (pdf)

    Floor Amendments (9)

    Amendment Sponsor Filed Last Floor Action Format
    260611 - Amendment
    		Williams 4/22/2010
    10:36 AM     		PDF
    169265 - Amendment
    		Glorioso 4/22/2010
    11:30 AM     		PDF
    840479 - Amendment
    		Bovo 4/22/2010
    12:59 PM     		PDF
    714371 - Amendment
    		Aubuchon 4/22/2010
    1:19 PM     		PDF
    881133 - Amendment
    		Aubuchon 4/22/2010
    1:20 PM     		PDF
    hierarchy 566273 - Amendment to Amendment (881133)
    		Aubuchon 4/23/2010
    11:46 AM     		PDF
    051093 - Amendment
    		Troutman 4/22/2010
    5:23 PM     		PDF
    hierarchy 174149 - Substitute Amendment (051093)
    		Troutman 4/23/2010
    8:31 AM     		PDF
    634237 - Amendment
    		Aubuchon 4/23/2010
    11:10 AM     		PDF

    Citations - Statutes (35)

    Citation Catchline Location in Bill Location In Bill Help
    316.003 Definitions.
    316.066 Written reports of crashes.
    316.0741 High-occupancy-vehicle lanes.
    316.159 Certain vehicles to stop at all railroad grade crossings.
    316.193 Driving under the influence; penalties.
    316.2065 Bicycle regulations.
    316.2085 Riding on motorcycles or mopeds.
    316.2952 Windshields; requirements; restrictions.
    316.29545 Window sunscreening exclusions; medical exemption; certain law enforcement vehicles exempt.
    316.605 Licensing of vehicles.
    316.646 Security required; proof of security and display thereof; dismissal of cases.
    318.14 Noncriminal traffic infractions; exception; procedures.
    318.18 Amount of penalties.
    319.28 Transfer of ownership by operation of law.
    319.30 Definitions; dismantling, destruction, change of identity of motor vehicle or mobile home; salvage.
    320.02 Registration required; application for registration; forms.
    320.03 Registration; duties of tax collectors; International Registration Plan.
    320.05 Records of the department; inspection procedure; lists and searches; fees.
    320.071 Advance registration renewal; procedures.
    320.08 License taxes.
    320.08053 Requirements for requests to establish specialty license plates.
    320.08056 Specialty license plates.
    320.08058 Specialty license plates.
    320.0807 Special license plates for Governor and federal and state legislators.
    320.084 Free motor vehicle license plate to certain disabled veterans.
    321.03 Imitations prohibited; penalty.
    321.05 Duties, functions, and powers of patrol officers.
    322.01 Definitions.
    322.08 Application for license.
    322.121 Periodic reexamination of all drivers.
    322.18 Original applications, licenses, and renewals; expiration of licenses; delinquent licenses.
    322.2615 Suspension of license; right to review.
    322.34 Driving while license suspended, revoked, canceled, or disqualified.
    322.61 Disqualification from operating a commercial motor vehicle.
    488.06 Revocation or suspension of license or certificate.

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  • CS/HB 971, Committee Substitute 1 Posted 3/23/2010 at 8:54 AM

    Bill Text:   Web Page | PDF
    Analyses:   Economic Development and Community Affairs Policy Council (Post-Meeting) (pdf)
    Roads, Bridges, and Ports Policy Committee (Post-Meeting) (pdf)

    Citations - Statutes (19)

    Citation Catchline Location in Bill Location In Bill Help
    316.066 Written reports of crashes.
    316.159 Certain vehicles to stop at all railroad grade crossings.
    316.2952 Windshields; requirements; restrictions.
    316.29545 Window sunscreening exclusions; medical exemption; certain law enforcement vehicles exempt.
    316.646 Security required; proof of security and display thereof; dismissal of cases.
    318.14 Noncriminal traffic infractions; exception; procedures.
    318.18 Amount of penalties.
    320.071 Advance registration renewal; procedures.
    320.0807 Special license plates for Governor and federal and state legislators.
    320.084 Free motor vehicle license plate to certain disabled veterans.
    321.03 Imitations prohibited; penalty.
    321.05 Duties, functions, and powers of patrol officers.
    322.08 Application for license.
    322.121 Periodic reexamination of all drivers.
    322.18 Original applications, licenses, and renewals; expiration of licenses; delinquent licenses.
    322.2615 Suspension of license; right to review.
    322.34 Driving while license suspended, revoked, canceled, or disqualified.
    322.61 Disqualification from operating a commercial motor vehicle.
    488.06 Revocation or suspension of license or certificate.

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  • HB 971, Original Filed Version Posted 2/9/2010 at 12:09 PM

    Bill Text:   Web Page | PDF
    Analyses:   None

    Citations - Statutes (28)

    Citation Catchline Location in Bill Location In Bill Help
    261.03 Definitions.
    316.003 Definitions.
    316.066 Written reports of crashes.
    316.0741 High-occupancy-vehicle lanes.
    316.159 Certain vehicles to stop at all railroad grade crossings.
    316.193 Driving under the influence; penalties.
    316.2065 Bicycle regulations.
    316.2085 Riding on motorcycles or mopeds.
    316.2952 Windshields; requirements; restrictions.
    316.646 Security required; proof of security and display thereof; dismissal of cases.
    317.0003 Definitions.
    318.14 Noncriminal traffic infractions; exception; procedures.
    318.18 Amount of penalties.
    319.30 Definitions; dismantling, destruction, change of identity of motor vehicle or mobile home; salvage.
    320.02 Registration required; application for registration; forms.
    320.03 Registration; duties of tax collectors; International Registration Plan.
    320.071 Advance registration renewal; procedures.
    320.08 License taxes.
    320.0807 Special license plates for Governor and federal and state legislators.
    320.084 Free motor vehicle license plate to certain disabled veterans.
    321.03 Imitations prohibited; penalty.
    321.05 Duties, functions, and powers of patrol officers.
    322.08 Application for license.
    322.121 Periodic reexamination of all drivers.
    322.18 Original applications, licenses, and renewals; expiration of licenses; delinquent licenses.
    322.2615 Suspension of license; right to review.
    322.271 Authority to modify revocation, cancellation, or suspension order.
    322.61 Disqualification from operating a commercial motor vehicle.

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