Detroit, MI, USA
At DentaQuest, we believe that everyone should live life free of dental disease. As a purpose-driven, double bottom line company that is improving oral health for everyone, we are transforming the oral health system – from the way we provide care and pay for it, to how we talk about it and prioritize it in our policies and communities.
Meaningful change requires a revolution in oral health. We are redefining what it means to prevent disease and provide better access to care for everyone. We are going beyond the dental chair to reshape the oral health system, addressing total health and the social and cultural factors that impact it.
To make this revolution a reality, we harness our unique reach and insights to advance policy, financing, care, and the community. That means solving problems in a flexible and efficient way, testing and trialing to create new solutions and delivering measurable outcomes for the people we serve.
The people of DentaQuest have a common purpose, and we work together with passion, perseverance and focus to achieve a nation where no child suffers from the pain of tooth decay. Where adults keep all their teeth for their entire lives. Where every person has access to quality dental care.
Job Summary The Director of Government Affairs is responsible for the development and execution of effective and creative government relations strategies in a specified geographic region.
Primary Job Responsibilities • Develop state-specific strategies and execute lobbying efforts to introduce and influence the passage of legislation, regulation, and policy proposals. • Develop and maintain strong relationships with and act as a liaison to Executive branch officials, gubernatorial appointee level officials, and state legislators within the region • In partnership with sales, business development, and client and provider services functions, drive new business through the development and execution of comprehensive market conditioning strategies and lead efforts related to covered officials or other government relations stakeholders • Evaluate and advocate for specific Medicaid program financing models at the state level • Understand the regulatory environment and identify trends and engage regulatory bodies to protect the business • Analyze legislation, regulations and sub-regulatory guidance to determine operational and financial impact by consulting with internal business units and by applying a broad knowledge of the health insurance and health care industries, including existing laws, regulations, and contractual obligations. • Identify, contract, educate, directly supervise and evaluate a network of contract lobbyists within the region • Work cross-functionally with policy advisors, DentaQuest Partnership for Oral Health Advancement, and other consultants to ensure consistent policy messaging and advocacy and, as necessary, develop state-specific advocacy materials. • Represent the organization at major trade and government conferences • Know, adhere to and educate other internal stakeholders on state lobbying and ethics rules • Other duties as needed or required.
Job Qualifications Required: • BA/BS degree (preferably in political science or communications) • Master degree preferred • 7+ years of minimum experience in lobbying at the state level
• Experience in Multistate lobbying and business development • Attends additional training as requested/deemed necessary • Experience in corporate government relations or a state Executive Branch would be preferred. • Experience with highly regulated industries • Knowledge of state and federal regulations affecting commercial insurance and Medicaid. • Experience in working collaboratively with legislative staff and/or governmental regulatory agencies. • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including written, verbal, and presentation skills. • Excellent problem solving, analytical, planning, and organizational skills. • Ability to manage multiple projects, determine project urgency in a meaningful and practical way, use goals to guide actions, and create detailed action plans, organize and schedule people and tasks. • Ability to lead, direct, and motivate consultant teams effectively. • Ability to prioritize work and operate under tight deadlines.
Physical Demands • Incumbent must be able to communicate effectively. • Requires overall light physical effort (up to 25lbs.) • Manual dexterity and sitting are required in carrying out position own position responsibilities (i.e. use of personal compute). • Ability to travel or move about within and outside serviced facilities required. • 80% travel required • Incumbent works primarily in either a private or shared office environment.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: DentaQuest is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, or sexual orientation.
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At DentaQuest, we believe that everyone should live life free of dental disease. As a purpose-driven, double bottom line company that is improving oral health for everyone, we are transforming the oral health system – from the way we provide care and pay for it, to how we talk about it and prioritize it in our policies and communities.
Meaningful change requires a revolution in oral health. We are redefining what it means to prevent disease and provide better access to care for everyone. We are going beyond the dental chair to reshape the oral health system, addressing total health and the social and cultural factors that impact it.
To make this revolution a reality, we harness our unique reach and insights to advance policy, financing, care, and the community. That means solving problems in a flexible and efficient way, testing and trialing to create new solutions and delivering measurable outcomes for the people we serve.
The people of DentaQuest have a common purpose, and we work together with passion, perseverance and focus to achieve a nation where no child suffers from the pain of tooth decay. Where adults keep all their teeth for their entire lives. Where every person has access to quality dental care.
Job Summary The Director of Government Affairs is responsible for the development and execution of effective and creative government relations strategies in a specified geographic region.
Primary Job Responsibilities • Develop state-specific strategies and execute lobbying efforts to introduce and influence the passage of legislation, regulation, and policy proposals. • Develop and maintain strong relationships with and act as a liaison to Executive branch officials, gubernatorial appointee level officials, and state legislators within the region • In partnership with sales, business development, and client and provider services functions, drive new business through the development and execution of comprehensive market conditioning strategies and lead efforts related to covered officials or other government relations stakeholders • Evaluate and advocate for specific Medicaid program financing models at the state level • Understand the regulatory environment and identify trends and engage regulatory bodies to protect the business • Analyze legislation, regulations and sub-regulatory guidance to determine operational and financial impact by consulting with internal business units and by applying a broad knowledge of the health insurance and health care industries, including existing laws, regulations, and contractual obligations. • Identify, contract, educate, directly supervise and evaluate a network of contract lobbyists within the region • Work cross-functionally with policy advisors, DentaQuest Partnership for Oral Health Advancement, and other consultants to ensure consistent policy messaging and advocacy and, as necessary, develop state-specific advocacy materials. • Represent the organization at major trade and government conferences • Know, adhere to and educate other internal stakeholders on state lobbying and ethics rules • Other duties as needed or required.
Job Qualifications Required: • BA/BS degree (preferably in political science or communications) • Master degree preferred • 7+ years of minimum experience in lobbying at the state level
• Experience in Multistate lobbying and business development • Attends additional training as requested/deemed necessary • Experience in corporate government relations or a state Executive Branch would be preferred. • Experience with highly regulated industries • Knowledge of state and federal regulations affecting commercial insurance and Medicaid. • Experience in working collaboratively with legislative staff and/or governmental regulatory agencies. • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including written, verbal, and presentation skills. • Excellent problem solving, analytical, planning, and organizational skills. • Ability to manage multiple projects, determine project urgency in a meaningful and practical way, use goals to guide actions, and create detailed action plans, organize and schedule people and tasks. • Ability to lead, direct, and motivate consultant teams effectively. • Ability to prioritize work and operate under tight deadlines.
Physical Demands • Incumbent must be able to communicate effectively. • Requires overall light physical effort (up to 25lbs.) • Manual dexterity and sitting are required in carrying out position own position responsibilities (i.e. use of personal compute). • Ability to travel or move about within and outside serviced facilities required. • 80% travel required • Incumbent works primarily in either a private or shared office environment.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: DentaQuest is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, or sexual orientation.
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New York, NY, USA
Responsibilities
Direct and supervise lobbying teams to advance legislative and regulatory objectives and protect company's interests from adverse public policy.
Prepares and submits presentations, testimony and other official materials to relevant decision-makers to advance specific policy goals and objectives.
Participate in the management of designated state and national organizations and associations as primary company representative.
Often acts as company representative within assigned states before legislative and regulatory bodies on high profile issues that are of critical importance to the company.
Routinely required to develop industry-wide coalitions and manage significant grassroots/PR campaigns relating to key issues.
Develops actions plans and implements activities that will mitigate negative impact or facilitate positive policy change.
Provides accurate, timely and insightful responses and analysis regarding various projects and initiatives.
Analyzes and assesses relevant state and local policies and trends.
Monitor activities of the assigned state Executive Branches and Legislatures that would potentially impact the industry; alerts and advises leadership on emerging opportunities and concerns.
Job Qualifications
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree is required. Master’s Degree is a plus.
Job is based in mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. Candidate must reside in that area of the country.
At least five years government and/or political affairs experience, with an emphasis in state government affairs.
Knowledge of the political process and functions in the government required.
At least five years government and/or political affairs experience.
Familiarity with alcohol industry and related regulatory issues.
Strong leadership, planning and communication skills.
Ability to organize and facilitate internal and external teams.
Ability to function independently.
Willing and able to travel.
For more than 165 years, Anheuser-Busch has been woven into the cultural fabric of the United States, carrying on a legacy of brewing great-tasting, high-quality beers that have satisfied beer drinkers for generations. Today, we own and operate 23 breweries, 20 distributorships and 22 agricultural and packaging facilities, and have more than 18,000 colleagues across the United States. We are home to several of America’s most recognizable beer brands, including Budweiser, Bud Light, Michelob Ultra and Stella Artois, as well as a number of regional brands that provide beer drinkers with a choice of the best-tasting craft beers in the industry.
From responsible drinking programs and emergency drinking water donations to industry-leading sustainability efforts, we are guided by our unwavering commitment to supporting the communities we call home.
We are a company that believes our people are our greatest asset. We believe in the spirit of ownership because our employees take results personally and want to build something great together. We value talented employees who aren’t afraid to be bold, resourceful, and committed. At Anheuser-Busch, it’s not about what you studied or where you worked, it’s about what you can do. If you see yourself working for a company that allows you to excel at the pace of your talent, then a career at Anheuser-Busch may be for you.
As America’s leading brewer, Anheuser-Busch is committed to finding innovative ways to continually improve. It's this kind of thinking that creates a unique work environment by rewarding talent, celebrating diversity and encouraging forward thinking. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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Responsibilities
Direct and supervise lobbying teams to advance legislative and regulatory objectives and protect company's interests from adverse public policy.
Prepares and submits presentations, testimony and other official materials to relevant decision-makers to advance specific policy goals and objectives.
Participate in the management of designated state and national organizations and associations as primary company representative.
Often acts as company representative within assigned states before legislative and regulatory bodies on high profile issues that are of critical importance to the company.
Routinely required to develop industry-wide coalitions and manage significant grassroots/PR campaigns relating to key issues.
Develops actions plans and implements activities that will mitigate negative impact or facilitate positive policy change.
Provides accurate, timely and insightful responses and analysis regarding various projects and initiatives.
Analyzes and assesses relevant state and local policies and trends.
Monitor activities of the assigned state Executive Branches and Legislatures that would potentially impact the industry; alerts and advises leadership on emerging opportunities and concerns.
Job Qualifications
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree is required. Master’s Degree is a plus.
Job is based in mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. Candidate must reside in that area of the country.
At least five years government and/or political affairs experience, with an emphasis in state government affairs.
Knowledge of the political process and functions in the government required.
At least five years government and/or political affairs experience.
Familiarity with alcohol industry and related regulatory issues.
Strong leadership, planning and communication skills.
Ability to organize and facilitate internal and external teams.
Ability to function independently.
Willing and able to travel.
For more than 165 years, Anheuser-Busch has been woven into the cultural fabric of the United States, carrying on a legacy of brewing great-tasting, high-quality beers that have satisfied beer drinkers for generations. Today, we own and operate 23 breweries, 20 distributorships and 22 agricultural and packaging facilities, and have more than 18,000 colleagues across the United States. We are home to several of America’s most recognizable beer brands, including Budweiser, Bud Light, Michelob Ultra and Stella Artois, as well as a number of regional brands that provide beer drinkers with a choice of the best-tasting craft beers in the industry.
From responsible drinking programs and emergency drinking water donations to industry-leading sustainability efforts, we are guided by our unwavering commitment to supporting the communities we call home.
We are a company that believes our people are our greatest asset. We believe in the spirit of ownership because our employees take results personally and want to build something great together. We value talented employees who aren’t afraid to be bold, resourceful, and committed. At Anheuser-Busch, it’s not about what you studied or where you worked, it’s about what you can do. If you see yourself working for a company that allows you to excel at the pace of your talent, then a career at Anheuser-Busch may be for you.
As America’s leading brewer, Anheuser-Busch is committed to finding innovative ways to continually improve. It's this kind of thinking that creates a unique work environment by rewarding talent, celebrating diversity and encouraging forward thinking. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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Kansas City, MO, USA
Health Forward Foundation is an independent public charity foundation whose mission is to use leadership, advocacy, and resources to eliminate barriers and promote quality health for the under-served and uninsured. Health Forward’s service area encompasses Kansas City, Missouri, and Jackson, Cass, and Lafayette counties in Missouri; and Johnson, Wyandotte and Allen counties in Kansas. The foundation is exempt from federal income tax under the provisions of section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and is classified as a supporting organization under section 509(a)(3).
HEALTH FORWARD’S POLICY WORK
Investments do not adequately meet the health needs of our community. Since inception Health Forward has used its position to effect policy change to achieve our mission of eliminating barriers to health for the uninsured and underserved. In addition to giving approximately $22 million annually in grants to nonprofit organizations, Health Forward supports policy advocacy and system change at local, state, and national levels to advance our mission. In doing so, we acknowledge that health is not distributed equally.
Accordingly, a strategic imperative exists for Health Forward to shape and advocate for policies that address the structural and systemic factors which distribute power, money, and resources unequally. Such policies ultimately impact health and health outcomes. The complex issues and injustices at the intersection of health, race, income, and wealth call for action as we seek to catalyze change in our service area and effectively advocate that health belongs to everyone.
DIRECTOR OF POLICY AND STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
Health Forward Foundation is currently seeking a Director of Policy and Strategic Initiatives who will be responsible for establishing the strategy for Health Forward’s policy priorities and executing a plan to fulfill those objectives through direct lobbying, grantmaking, and strategic partnerships and initiatives. This position will strategically raise Health Forward’s presence, influence, and impact in the policy environment at local, state, and national levels with a central focus on the nexus of health, economics and equity.
This role acts as Health Forward’s policy spokesperson and point of contact for policy and civic engagement activities and policy-related grantmaking. The Director of Policy and Strategic Initiatives manages Policy Associates, oversees the foundation’s position on relevant public policy issues, and works closely with the President and CEO to formulate biennial policy agendas, engage policymakers, and a broad array of stakeholders in Health Forward’s work.
Responsibilities
Strategy Development and Execution
Work collaboratively with the senior leadership team, board of directors, and associates to establish Health Forward’s strategy and culture, integrating policy into strategic initiatives, programs, and grantmaking.
Ensure economic and racial equity is centered in all components of policy-related functions and strategic initiatives. Leverage an approach that recognizes the inter-connected ways in which marginalization takes place and establish inclusive and strategic partnerships, initiatives, and policy-based strategies to upend them.
Develop and implement the Health Forward’s biennial policy agenda, in alignment with the organization’s strategy and priorities, with input from grantees, associates, board members, peer foundations, and cross-sector community stakeholders.
External Affairs and Direct Lobbying
Cultivate, enhance, and manage Health Forward’s relationships with key political and governmental entities, peer foundations, civic organizations, policy partners, and business leaders.
Position Health Forward as a leader on issues related to health policy by participating in media interviews, speak on behalf of the foundation at conferences, represent the foundation in key collaborations or partnerships, seek opportunities to disseminate information related to the work of the foundation, and collaborate on Health Forward’s public affairs agenda in partnership with the Director of Communications and President and CEO.
Manage relationships with local, state, and federal lawmakers. Communicate directly with lawmakers to share Health Forward’s position on specific bills under consideration. This includes writing and/or delivering testimony to legislative committees.
Register with the Missouri and Kansas Ethics Commissions as a lobbyist and maintain up-to-date disclosures to the states regarding Health Forward’s lobbying activities.
Develop and maintain a system for tracking Health Forward’s lobbying activities in collaboration with the finance team and ensure they are accurately reported to and compliant with IRS rules for 501(c)(3) organizations.
Management
Manage the Policy Associate to meet Health Forward’s policy objectives, particularly around the foundation’s convening, training, and events that work to support the policy and civic engagement work of grantees and community partners.
Directly conduct or manage contracts for policy-related research.
Provide the CEO, leadership team, board of directors and associates with timely and accurate information about Health Forward’s policy activities and related strategic partnerships and initiatives.
Collaborate with Health Forward’s program, communication, finance, and evaluation teams to ensure alignment of activities. Ensure policy and civic engagement strategies are incorporated in all aspects of grantmaking.
Provide regular policy updates and education to Health Forward associates, board, Community Advisory Committee, and relevant committees.
Grant-Making
Provide leadership to a portfolio of health policy and advocacy projects and activities by identifying opportunities that align with Health Forward’s mission and goals. Manage staff responsible for day-to-day oversight of projects and activities and provide direct leadership to high-profile projects.
Retain and manage consultants as necessary to deliver on Health Forward’s strategy and objectives.
Oversee a portfolio of policy-related special initiative grants and projects.
Qualifications
E ducation and Experience
Master’s degree in public policy, public health, political science, social work, or a related field. A master’s degree in law or a J.D. degree, preferred.
Must possess 7-10 years of related experience in progressively responsible positions.
Significant experience leading policy, government affairs, and strategic initiatives with a successful record of developing and managing complex, non-partisan policy and advocacy strategies.
Ability to manage, lead, and empower a team of direct reports through positive influence.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to successfully engage internal associates and external cross-sector constituents.
Experience directing projects from inception to completion with attentiveness to timeline, process, and delegating responsibilities across multiple parties
Personal Qualities
Passionate advocate for Health Forward’s mission and a strong personal value system that aligns with the foundation’s values and commitment to equity.
Flexible, adaptable, and innovative with an ability to envision strategic opportunities in an ambiguous, complex and dynamic environment.
Self-directed with a high level of initiative, energy, and drive.
Compensation
A competitive compensation package, commensurate with the experience level, credentials and personal characteristics of the candidate will be offered.
OMNI and our clients are Equal Opportunity Employers and seek diversity in candidates for employment. EEO Employer W/M/Vet/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.
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Health Forward Foundation is an independent public charity foundation whose mission is to use leadership, advocacy, and resources to eliminate barriers and promote quality health for the under-served and uninsured. Health Forward’s service area encompasses Kansas City, Missouri, and Jackson, Cass, and Lafayette counties in Missouri; and Johnson, Wyandotte and Allen counties in Kansas. The foundation is exempt from federal income tax under the provisions of section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and is classified as a supporting organization under section 509(a)(3).
HEALTH FORWARD’S POLICY WORK
Investments do not adequately meet the health needs of our community. Since inception Health Forward has used its position to effect policy change to achieve our mission of eliminating barriers to health for the uninsured and underserved. In addition to giving approximately $22 million annually in grants to nonprofit organizations, Health Forward supports policy advocacy and system change at local, state, and national levels to advance our mission. In doing so, we acknowledge that health is not distributed equally.
Accordingly, a strategic imperative exists for Health Forward to shape and advocate for policies that address the structural and systemic factors which distribute power, money, and resources unequally. Such policies ultimately impact health and health outcomes. The complex issues and injustices at the intersection of health, race, income, and wealth call for action as we seek to catalyze change in our service area and effectively advocate that health belongs to everyone.
DIRECTOR OF POLICY AND STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
Health Forward Foundation is currently seeking a Director of Policy and Strategic Initiatives who will be responsible for establishing the strategy for Health Forward’s policy priorities and executing a plan to fulfill those objectives through direct lobbying, grantmaking, and strategic partnerships and initiatives. This position will strategically raise Health Forward’s presence, influence, and impact in the policy environment at local, state, and national levels with a central focus on the nexus of health, economics and equity.
This role acts as Health Forward’s policy spokesperson and point of contact for policy and civic engagement activities and policy-related grantmaking. The Director of Policy and Strategic Initiatives manages Policy Associates, oversees the foundation’s position on relevant public policy issues, and works closely with the President and CEO to formulate biennial policy agendas, engage policymakers, and a broad array of stakeholders in Health Forward’s work.
Responsibilities
Strategy Development and Execution
Work collaboratively with the senior leadership team, board of directors, and associates to establish Health Forward’s strategy and culture, integrating policy into strategic initiatives, programs, and grantmaking.
Ensure economic and racial equity is centered in all components of policy-related functions and strategic initiatives. Leverage an approach that recognizes the inter-connected ways in which marginalization takes place and establish inclusive and strategic partnerships, initiatives, and policy-based strategies to upend them.
Develop and implement the Health Forward’s biennial policy agenda, in alignment with the organization’s strategy and priorities, with input from grantees, associates, board members, peer foundations, and cross-sector community stakeholders.
External Affairs and Direct Lobbying
Cultivate, enhance, and manage Health Forward’s relationships with key political and governmental entities, peer foundations, civic organizations, policy partners, and business leaders.
Position Health Forward as a leader on issues related to health policy by participating in media interviews, speak on behalf of the foundation at conferences, represent the foundation in key collaborations or partnerships, seek opportunities to disseminate information related to the work of the foundation, and collaborate on Health Forward’s public affairs agenda in partnership with the Director of Communications and President and CEO.
Manage relationships with local, state, and federal lawmakers. Communicate directly with lawmakers to share Health Forward’s position on specific bills under consideration. This includes writing and/or delivering testimony to legislative committees.
Register with the Missouri and Kansas Ethics Commissions as a lobbyist and maintain up-to-date disclosures to the states regarding Health Forward’s lobbying activities.
Develop and maintain a system for tracking Health Forward’s lobbying activities in collaboration with the finance team and ensure they are accurately reported to and compliant with IRS rules for 501(c)(3) organizations.
Management
Manage the Policy Associate to meet Health Forward’s policy objectives, particularly around the foundation’s convening, training, and events that work to support the policy and civic engagement work of grantees and community partners.
Directly conduct or manage contracts for policy-related research.
Provide the CEO, leadership team, board of directors and associates with timely and accurate information about Health Forward’s policy activities and related strategic partnerships and initiatives.
Collaborate with Health Forward’s program, communication, finance, and evaluation teams to ensure alignment of activities. Ensure policy and civic engagement strategies are incorporated in all aspects of grantmaking.
Provide regular policy updates and education to Health Forward associates, board, Community Advisory Committee, and relevant committees.
Grant-Making
Provide leadership to a portfolio of health policy and advocacy projects and activities by identifying opportunities that align with Health Forward’s mission and goals. Manage staff responsible for day-to-day oversight of projects and activities and provide direct leadership to high-profile projects.
Retain and manage consultants as necessary to deliver on Health Forward’s strategy and objectives.
Oversee a portfolio of policy-related special initiative grants and projects.
Qualifications
E ducation and Experience
Master’s degree in public policy, public health, political science, social work, or a related field. A master’s degree in law or a J.D. degree, preferred.
Must possess 7-10 years of related experience in progressively responsible positions.
Significant experience leading policy, government affairs, and strategic initiatives with a successful record of developing and managing complex, non-partisan policy and advocacy strategies.
Ability to manage, lead, and empower a team of direct reports through positive influence.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to successfully engage internal associates and external cross-sector constituents.
Experience directing projects from inception to completion with attentiveness to timeline, process, and delegating responsibilities across multiple parties
Personal Qualities
Passionate advocate for Health Forward’s mission and a strong personal value system that aligns with the foundation’s values and commitment to equity.
Flexible, adaptable, and innovative with an ability to envision strategic opportunities in an ambiguous, complex and dynamic environment.
Self-directed with a high level of initiative, energy, and drive.
Compensation
A competitive compensation package, commensurate with the experience level, credentials and personal characteristics of the candidate will be offered.
OMNI and our clients are Equal Opportunity Employers and seek diversity in candidates for employment. EEO Employer W/M/Vet/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.
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