PLEASE FORWARD THIS TO OTHERS IN YOUR ORGANIZATION.
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Events Coming up:
Wednesday, March 25, 2020
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Friday, April 17, 2020
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Thursday, April 23, 2020
5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Friday, May 8, 2020
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Panel discussion on Diversity & Inclusion in the Workforce at IECRM's 1st Quarterly Member Luncheon of 2020 with special guests LaNa Howard of the IEC Foundation and members of IECRM's Diversity & Inclusion Committee.
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Upcoming
CEUs:
Theory & Calculations
(8 CEU Hours)
Saturday, April 18, 2020
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
IECRM Northglenn or Ft. Collins
Grounding & Bonding
(8 CEU Hours)
Saturday, March 14, 2020
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
IECRM Northglenn or Ft. Collins
Saturday, April 4, 2020
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
IECRM Northglenn or Ft. Collins
RW, JW, & Master Licensing Preparation
(20 CEU Hours)
Wednesday Evenings
March 18 to April 22, 2020
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM
IECRM Northglenn
NFPA 70e
(4 CEU Hours)
Friday, March 20, 2020
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
IECRM Northglenn
(8 CEU Hours)
Saturday, March 21, 2020
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
IECRM Ft. Collins
Saturday, March 28, 2020
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
IECRM Northglenn
Saturday, April 11, 2020
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
IECRM Northglenn or Ft. Collins
(8 CEU Hours)
Saturday, March 28, 2020
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
IECRM Northglenn or Ft. Collins
Saturday, April 25, 2020
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
IECRM Northglenn or Ft. Collins
(4 CEU Hours)
Saturday, April 4, 2020
8:00 AM - 12:30 PM
IECRM Northglenn
CEU: Motor Control Fundamentals
(16 CEU Hours)
Wednesday Evenings
April 29 - May 20, 2020
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM
IECRM Northglenn
View a list of all upcoming
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Greetings! Welcome to the
Amp Up Your Workforce
issue!
Workforce development is still the most crucial issue that we face together in 2020.
A solid workforce is the foundation to your business and IECRM is dedicated to providing relevant services and benefits, working behind-the-scenes in partnership with state and county workforce development organizations to create and ensure a skilled workforce pipeline for IECRM members.
Check out what’s new with
workforce development
, outreach, training, and advocacy
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our committees at work, engagement with the state and county Workforce Development centers, and many other services IECRM delivers every day to support your business. Please take a moment and refamiliarize yourself, and your human resources staff, with the valuable benefits and tools highlighted in this article to
amp up
your workforce.
IECRM provides an
Online Job Board
as a member benefit to post job openings. Our website has an average of 4,000 visitors per month consisting of prospective/aspiring electricians, career changers, and licensed electricians. Your job listings are sure to get attention from your target market. The Online Job Board is one of the easiest tools we offer, and we encourage members to use it when they have job openings at all levels in your company to fill!
Read how to become an
Employer of Choice
by using the Summit Awards to boost your reputation and recognize your team for outstanding work. IECRM encourages its Members, General Contractors, Electrical Contractors, and Industry Partners to take advantage of the exclusive opportunity to participate in one of the industry’s most prestigious events of the year. Enter your company or employee for an award, submit a nomination for an award, or simply attend to show support for this year’s winners and celebrate the successes of this dynamic growing industry.
There’s no time to delay!
Nominations
are due
Tuesday, March 31st by 5pm
via the simplified,
online form
. Don’t let the opportunity to shine pass you by!
For 14 years, we’ve recognized excellence in the energy, electrical, and green building fields through the prestigious
Summit Awards
. The annual awards ceremony and banquet
will be held at
The Cable Center
at DU on Thursday, April 23rd.
REGISTER NOW
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I hope to see you there. Better yet, I hope we are presenting you with a 2020 Summit Award!
Sincerely,
Marilyn Akers Stansbury
IECRM CEO
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IECRM’s dedication to inspire the next generation of electricians is… electric!
A solid workforce is crucial to your business and
IECRM works behind-the-scenes in partnership with state and county workforce development centers
to create and ensure a skilled workforce pipeline for IECRM members. Elevating the quality of the workforce for members is also conducted at multiple levels through a variety of programs and committees, including:
- Career Fairs (contractor members receive a free booth)
- Hire List & Online Job Board
- Outreach to schools and communities
- Legislative policy and advocacy for the industry
- Administration of the Davis-Bacon Prevailing Wage/Office of Apprenticeship Program
- Diversity & Inclusion Committee
- Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
- National Apprenticeship Week Initiatives
IECRM is committed to providing our members with
outreach and recruitment support.
Take advantage of our candidate-facing benefits –
free Career Fair booths, the IECRM Job Board and Hire List
– as well as networking and engagement of our senior staff with influencers, government, educators and human resources decision-makers.
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Recognition of Your Work Boosts Morale and Attracts Quality Applicants
There are many principles that underpin becoming known as an “Employer of Choice.” Creating meaningful and personalized employee experiences and being a company known for authenticity are certainly two of them.
Your ability to evoke enthusiasm and pride in the hearts and minds of multiple audiences emanates from both and will enable you to truly build reputation and awareness to retain and attract your employees and potential employees. A big source of employee pride often comes from the quality of the work, the opportunity for individual recognition, and the company being recognized and applauded by others as among the best.
Every year since 2006, IECRM has held a prestigious awards ceremony to recognize The Best in the Industry.
This year, the 14th Annual Summit Awards Banquet will be held at an exciting new venue worthy of celebrating your best projects, people, and initiatives.
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The Future of Electricity Comes to You!
Friday, May 8, 2020
1 – 5 pm
FREE
IECRM Northglenn Main Campus
11429 Pearl St.
Northglenn, CO 80233
The IECRM Energy Expo provides a way to see the future of electricity as it continues to evolve. Several local and national companies will showcase their cutting-edge solutions at this event. It’s also is a place to learn, network, build valuable new business relationships, and be inspired. You’ll be able to experience and learn how technology has impacted job site practices, product design, efficiency, improved quality, and a new culture of safety for all skilled trade professionals as well as the end-user. Door prizes will be given out during several drawings throughout the day. IECRM contractor members will be treated to a special VIP lounge with special guests and prizes.
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Did You
Post a Job
Today? Finding workers for various jobs in your business can be a never-ending task and you need all the tools to help find talent that you can get. IECRM provides a
free
benefit to its members through its Job Board at
iecrm.org/jobs
, available to you online 24/7. The process is simple. Once you’ve submitted your post, IECRM will review it to go live within 2 business days.
5 Tips from IECRM staff:
- The first thing job seekers will see is the title, in which you can include some catchy phrases. In the description, include the name of the position and the top 1-3 things that make the job attractive to an applicant. Try to sound different from your competition.
- Provide information about your company, interesting points about job sites, clients, projects, awards, and work culture facts that might interest an applicant. Include the requirements that are essential to the job and provide information on work hours, pay, interesting projects, education opportunities, benefits or perks. READ MORE
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One of the most valuable benefits to IECRM contractors is the
Hire List.
This a continually updated list of individuals with varying levels of electrical experience that IECRM Contractor Member companies may use to find and hire new employees. As an online resource, it’s available to you 24/7.
Click here
to access the hire list, found in the password-protected Member Resources page of our website. Members may contact IECRM at 303.853.4886 or info@iecrm.org to obtain the password.
How it works:
When IECRM is contacted by a prospective student or an individual interested in working in the electrical field — including the people we meet through career fairs, hiring events, and through the various outreach for our award-winning apprenticeship program — we schedule them for an initial meeting with our Training Department. At this meeting, we learn about their experience and background...
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Reserve Your Booth Today!
The IECRM 2020 Career Fair schedule is set and it’s time for contractor members to
reserve your free booth space
to meet with candidates that IECRM has invited through our marketing efforts.
Mark Your Calendars
Friday, April 17
3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
IECRM Northglenn Main Campus
Friday, May 15
3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
IECRM Northglenn Main Campus
Thursday, June 11
3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
IECRM Northglenn Main Campus
IECRM is pleased to assist our member companies to fill positions. We expect more than 75 job candidates to attend each of the Career Fairs...
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Early in the morning on Thursday, February 27, the IECRM Board of Directors met for their annual strategic planning meeting to light the path of future initiatives at IECRM. The board later joined IECRM staff to welcome nearly 60 members to the first Quarterly Membership Luncheon of the year. Following a presentation on diversity and inclusion, the focus shifted to sharing valuable tips and member benefits to get the most from an IECRM membership.
Contractor members also stayed to sharpen their FlashPoint database skills with an hour-long training session.
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IECRM’s newest committee, The Diversity & Inclusion Committee, presented a panel discussion to more than 60 members at the February 27 Quarterly Member Luncheon at the IECRM Main Campus in Northglenn.
The discussion on Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace was moderated by special guest, IEC National Foundation Director LaNa Howard. Panelists Leighland Gutierrez, Sam Gluck, Dennis Walker, and Londell Jackson from the Diversity & Inclusion Committee gave examples of best practices demonstrated in their current companies andshared their perspectives and strategies for diversity and inclusion.
Click here for a recap of the Diversity & Inclusion Panel Discussion.
Companies have put emphasis on diversity in the workforce for many years… but are those companies’ definitions of “diversity” outdated? For example, the word diversity not only represents differences in race, religion, gender, age, and disability but it can also cover other differences including lifestyles, personalities, education levels, and more. What about inclusion? Take a moment to consider your definition of inclusion… Inclusivity is creating a welcoming environment, in which employees are valued, accepted, and encouraged to fully participate in the organization. If you don’t have clearly defined goals and initiatives in place for both diversity and inclusion, then a company will not maximize from the benefits of having the full spectrum of perspectives of demographic variety...
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There are some important pieces of legislation this session that may impact your business
There are a number of critical business, industry, education, and labor & employment topics that the IECRM Government Relations Committee is following this session. Please see our
Bill Tracker
for more insight into the bills impacting the industry.
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The
Government Relations Committee invites
you to be part of the experience and solution surrounding these issues. Please participate as a member and contributor on the committee this session.
The next meeting will be
Wednesday, March 11 from 7:30-8:30 a.m.
at IECRM Northglenn Campus, 11429 Pearl Street, Northglenn, CO 80233. Email marilyn@iecrm.org to be added to the distribution list for the 2020 Legislative Bill Tracker and dates of upcoming meetings.
We often call upon our members for specific “real life” examples to use in testimony or to meet individually with local legislators for coffee or a jobsite tour.
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The
Emerging Leaders 8.0
class visited the Colorado State Capitol with the Government Relations Committee. Participants were able to visit the House floor, meet with local legislators, and participate in a mock committee hearing. They used Senate Bill 120 regarding registration and testing of apprentices to debate pros and cons and learn more about the legislative process.
The Emerging Leaders Committee designs and oversees the
IECRM Emerging Leaders Program
, a 6-month course designed to help advance the business skills and network of mid-career individuals that are on the trajectory for senior-level leadership within their companies and the industry.
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IEC Rocky Mountain is participating in a collaborative, joint March Madness membership campaign in partnership with the IEC Southern Colorado and Western Colorado IEC Chapters. Here is the link to the landing page for the campaign
coloradoelectricians.com
and copies of the mailers that are being distributed this week to more than 13,300 companies and licensed electricians in Colorado. This represents nearly 3000 non-member companies and more than 10,000 currently licensed electricians in Colorado who must receive 24 hours of continuing education prior to September 30, 2020 to maintain licensure.
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NEC Question of the Month:
For AC adjustable voltage, variable torque drive motors, the ampacity of conductors, or ampere ratings of switches, circuit breakers, or fuses, and ground-fault protection shall be based on the operating current marked on the nameplate. If the current does not appear on the nameplate, the ampacity determination shall be based on _____% of the values given in tables 430.249 and 430.250.
A. 80%
B. 100%
C. 125%
D. 150%
E. is not based on values given in tables 430.249 and 430.250
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The Code Question
of the Month is provided by
Mike Neuschwanger IECRM Lead Instructor
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Based on the 2020 National Electrical Code
NEC 2020 FAQs
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IECRM contractors, NECA members, and state and local electrical inspectors recently held their monthly meeting to discuss National Electrical Code issues, interpretations, and implications for inspectors who assist electrical contractors in multiple jurisdictions in Colorado.
IECRM wants to help keep their electrical contractor members informed so we post the field problems and updates that were discussed in each meeting.
Field problems & updates:
Question: Are jurisdictions allowing system grounding to be established in a meter disconnect?
Answer: In past discussions, the consensus was made that system grounding cannot be done in an enclosure...
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Mark your calendar for these popular upcoming IECRM Events
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Wednesday, March 25, 2020
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Friday, April 17, 2020
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Thursday, April 23, 2020
5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Friday, May 8, 2020
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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APPRENTICE SPOTLIGHT: Jennifer Calloway, Calloway Electrical Contractors
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Princess for a Day
For a few years, Jennifer Calloway debated starting apprenticeship classes. “I always came this close to starting before subsequently backing out saying I’ll do it next year,” Jennifer says. Last year, I made the decision to go for it and I’m glad that I did. IECRM has given me a good understanding of all things electrical. As a first-year apprentice, there have been a lot of ‘aha’ moments where something I learned in class was relevant to my work. I’m also fortunate enough to have an excellent online teacher. He takes the time to explain the concepts and how to apply them.”
Background: Jennifer Calloway has a background in construction safety and works with Calloway Electrical Contractors, LLC as an apprentice electrician...
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Board Member Spotlight: Nathan Goodman, Eaton Corporation
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We thank Nathan Goodman of EATON Corporation for his service on the IEC Board of Directors since 2017. Nathan’s board term concluded in October, opening up an industry partner role that was filled through the annual elections.
Nathan is a Project Manager for EATON Corporation in the Electrical Business Sector in the Western US Region. He is a non-combat veteran of the United States Army National Guard. Nathan received a Bachelor’s degree from CSU in Construction Management in 2009 and then went on to graduate from the IEC Electrical Apprenticeship in 2014. He’s a graduate of IECRM’s Emerging Leaders Program and a stalwart member of the Membership & Events Committee.
Nathan “lives” the EATON Corporation mission every day and he brought the essence of that mission to the IECRM board. At its core, EATON is dedicated to improving people’s lives...
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Upcoming IEC National Events
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Start Date:
April 21, 2020
End Date:
April 22, 2020
Eaton Experience Center
Houston, TX
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Start Date:
April 26, 2020
End Date:
April 30, 2020
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Start Date:
October 26, 2020
End Date:
October 31, 2020
New Orleans Convention Center; Hilton Riverside - New Orleans, Louisiana
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IEC Foundation Scholarship
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The IEC Foundation scholarship application period ends on April 5, 2020. Apply today using the link below:
The purpose of the IEC Foundation Scholarship Fund is to provide annual need-based scholarships to further the academic goals of students that are in an IEC-approved apprenticeship program or similar post-secondary education.
Scholarship awards range from $500 up to a maximum of $1,500 and are to be used for tuition and/or books. Awards for each scholarship winner will be paid directly to your IEC training center/college for your benefit. Awards will be awarded in the following categories...
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U.S. Electric & Communications, LLC
(also a member of IEC Southern Colorao)
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Register Today for an EXCLUSIVE FREE Webinar from ABB
WEBINAR: Labor Overruns Are Costly!
Understanding Labor is the Key to Estimating Accuracy
Tuesday, March 10
12:00pm
Join guest speaker and industry expert Don Kiper, President of Estimating 101, for an exclusive webinar on Estimating Accuracy. In this webinar, you’ll learn the three most important components of estimating labor. This includes: Labor Columns, Installation Labor Factors, and Project Labor Factors. The presentation is packed with the best practices and outcomes in estimating today. Labor is one of the greatest risks in construction, if not the greatest. Join us to learn more.
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Compete on Awesome Not Price!
Presented by speaker & author Susan Frew owner of Sunshine Plumbing & Heating
Tuesday, March 10,
7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
Adams County Economic Development
12200 North Pecos Street
Westminster, CO 80234
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State Electrical Board - Stakeholder Meeting - March 16, 2020
The State Electrical Board (Board) will hold a Stakeholder Meeting to receive feedback on the proposed changes to Rule 1.2 (Standards), as a result of the changes made to the National Fire Protection Association standard number 70 (hereafter referred to as the National Electrical Code).
Proposed Rule
- A copy of the proposed draft rule is available for download.
Meeting Information
- Monday, March 16, 2020, at 11:30 A.M.
Ways to Participate
- In Person: Civic Center Plaza, 1560 Broadway, Room 110D, Denver, CO 80202
- By Webinar: Register Here
- Submit Comments: Oral comments will be taken from participants who are present in-person or participating via webinar.
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Learn the Lingo, Remove the Mystery, Gain Some Confidence
As a business owner, there’s so much more to know about insurance than premiums...
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HR Question of he Month:Which Restroom For Transgender Employees? We have a female employee who is in the process of transitioning to become male, and who is requesting utilization of the male multi-stall restrooms.
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How the SECURE Act Could Change Your Retirement Planning
By now, you may have heard about the new SECURE (Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement) Act...
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FREE WEBINAR: Leading Forward Managing Results
Tuesday, March 17, 2020
Time: 12:00 PM Central Daylight Time
Duration: 1 hour
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CLEAResult Consulting,
your newest IECRM Industry Partner, is an energy efficiency consulting company with local offices in Denver and Boulder, Colorado. They implement energy efficiency incentive programs on behalf of Xcel Energy, including Small Business Lighting, Business LED Instant Rebate, Energy Analysis, Commercial Refrigeration, Multifamily Buildings, Home Performance with ENERGY STAR, and Home Energy Squad. They work with homeowners, business owners, and property managers who have an interest in energy efficiency upgrades -- and electrical work!
CLEAResult will be working to educate IECRM members on services with Xcel Energy’s incentive programs to aid in your business and sales processes, and will connect Xcel Energy's customers with IECRM members to complete the energy efficiency upgrades motivated by Xcel Energy’s rebates and incentives.*
*Subject to program eligibility requirements.
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Comprehensive FAQs For Employers On The COVID-19 Coronavirus (#28529)
Fisher Phillips has assembled a cross-disciplinary taskforce of attorneys across the country to address the many employment-related issues facing employers in the wake of the COVID-19 coronavirus. The COVID-19 Taskforce has created a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document...
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Colorado Employers Will Soon Face New Wage And Hour Laws
The Colorado Department of Labor and Employment recently adopted the Colorado Overtime and Minimum Pay Standards Order #36 (COMPS Order), meaning employers need to brace for new wage and hour laws related to employee coverage, the minimum salary threshold...
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Approaches to Business Valuation
Here’s what you need to know.
Presented by Greg B. Thomas
In the third quarter of 2019, more than 2,400 small businesses were sold. The median sale price was roughly $278,000, up 3.3% from 2018.
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As a business owner, ascertaining the value of your business is essential for a variety of reasons, including business succession, estate tax estimates, or qualifying for a loan.
There are several valuation techniques, ranging from the simple to the very complex. Outlined below are three different approaches to valuing a business.
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Applied Software invites
IECRM members
for MEP Masterminds as we bring trades together in different cities across the country to learn from each other. MEP Masterminds is an affiliate of
MEP Force
, the leading prefabrication and fabrication annual conference, designed to help you gain a competitive edge and collaborate with other industry leaders throughout the year. A happy hour will follow.
F
ree for IECRM members! Use promo code
IECRMmember.
Tue, April 7, 2020
1:00 PM – 6:00 PM MDT
AGC of Colorado Training Center
686 Mariposa Street
Denver, CO 80204
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