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Safer TN Launches Billboard Campaign To Help Prevent Accidental Shootings

JR Pershall · April 10, 2025 ·

Safer TN Launches Billboard Campaign To Help Prevent Accidental Shootings

Tennessee Ranks 3rd in the Nation for Accidental Shootings by Children

Nashville, TN – April 7, 2025 – Voices for a Safer Tennessee (Safer TN) launched a new billboard campaign Monday to help raise awareness about the dangers of unsecured firearms. With more than 21 accidental shootings reported across Tennessee so far this year, the campaign urges gun owners to secure their firearms when not in use.

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that firearms be locked and unloaded when not in use, with ammunition stored separately. The NRA’s recommendation is to “ALWAYS Keep your Gun Unloaded Until Ready To Use.”

“It is crucial that your firearm is stored unloaded and locked away to prevent a tragedy,” said Todd Cruse, Safer TN’s Board Chair. “As a gun owner and a dad, I know how curious children can be. A single moment of access can lead to devastating consequences.”

Additionally, keys and lock combinations should be kept out of reach of children, adolescents, and individuals at an elevated risk of self-harm or harm to others.

In addition to advocating for policies that keep Tennesseans safer, Safer TN has increased its educational activities over the past six months, focusing on how responsible gun owners can exercise their Second Amendment rights and also keep their families, friends, and communities safe.

The campaign will run through June 7.

Billboard locations:

I-24 W/S, 0.50 mi north of Wilma Rudolph Boulevard, north facing (Clarksville)
I-24 N/S, 0.30 mi west of Waldron Road, west facing (Rutherford County traffic)
I-65 E/S, 0.20 mi south of Due West Ave, north facing (Sumner County traffic)
Broadway N/S at West End Avenue, east facing (The Nashville Sign)
Myatt Drive E/S, 0.80 mi south of Gallatin Pike, S/F
Myatt Drive E/S, 0.80 mi south of Gallatin Pike, N/F
I-24 N/S, 0.50 mi west of Waldron Rd, E/F
West End Avenue N/S, at 18th Avenue S., W/F

“I have yet to find anything where my kid doesn’t know where it is. They will find it one way or another. Whether that’s the TV remote you’re hiding or a tool in the garage that you don’t want them to play with, they are very craft when it comes to finding things they want to find or stumble across something they’ve never seen before and then being curious about it and exploring it. That is why it is so important we securely store our firearms.”

“If we are serious about reversing these data trends, secure storage is one of the easiest and most logical ways to keep kids from accidentally accessing firearms.”

“If you saw that a child could just easily access a firearm and take a life or ruin a life in any given moment, in a split second. That‘s what I hope people think about and they think to take the next step and securely store their firearm.”

Safer TN Tracker | #35 3.10.2025

JR Pershall · March 9, 2025 ·

This week, Safer TN is excited about a newly launched Ad Council campaign focused on raising awareness and building support to address the rising rates of youth firearm deaths in our nation. We’ve also been actively engaged down at the Legislature, and are continuing our visits to community organizations across the state.

The Legislative session is in full swing. Increasingly, we are seeing firearms bills being rolled to a special firearms calendar that will go before the House Civil Justice Subcommittee at the end of March and the Senate Judiciary Committee at the beginning of April. We’ll keep you updated as this schedule comes into focus. In the meantime, there are several key bills we are watching this week, including legislation authorizing a study on the impact of the state’s firearm laws, and a concerning bill that would allow permit holders to carry in posted places of business with no penalty for failing to follow property owners’ rules.

Below, you’ll find descriptions of the bills, links to the full text, and details on the committee hearings, including dates, times, and livestream links.

Tuesday, March 11:

3 p.m. CT – Senate Judiciary Committee, Senate Hearing Room I, Agenda & Livestream

SB1244 by Massey. (HB1210 by Keisling.) Firearms and Ammunition – Amends TCA Title 36, Chapter 3, Part 6. As introduced, requires, if the respondent on an order of protection dispossesses firearms by transferring possession to a third party who is not prohibited from possessing firearms, the respondent to specify the third party and the physical address where all firearms are located on the affidavit of firearms dispossession form; requires the third party to sign the affidavit of firearms dispossession form to acknowledge receipt of the firearms.

3 p.m. CT – House Education Administration Subcommittee, House Hearing Rm III, Agenda & Livestream

HB0933 by Parkinson. (*SB0814 by Gardenhire.) Education, Dept. of – Amends TCA Title 49. As introduced, requires the department to establish and administer a three-year artificial intelligence weapons detection system grant pilot program to award grants to eligible LEAs for the purchase of artificial intelligence weapons detection systems for schools without an artificial intelligence weapons detection system.

Wednesday, March 12:

9 a.m. – House Criminal Justice Subcommittee, House Hearing Room II, Agenda & Livestream

HB1093 by Sexton. (*SB1075 by Johnson.) Safety, Dept. of – Amends TCA Title 39 and Title 40. As introduced, extends, from 10 to 15 days, the amount of written notice of the hearing date and time the department must provide to a person requesting a hearing on the department’s suspension or revocation of the person’s handgun carry permit.
HB1177 by Williams. (*SB0963 by Hatcher.)
Criminal Procedure – Amends TCA Title 33; Title 40 and Title 52. As introduced, removes the requirement that any misdemeanor charges against a person found incompetent to stand trial due to mental illness or developmental disability must be retired within 11 months, 29 days after the date of arrest.
HB0478 by Butler. (*SB0441 by Bailey.) Firearms and Ammunition – Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 17, Part 13. As introduced, specifies that a person does not commit an offense if the person possesses or carries a firearm into an area that is posted if, upon the request of an individual authorized to control access to the property, the person immediately leaves the property or stores the firearm in a personal vehicle in accordance with state law.
HB0588 by Butler. (*SB0243 by Bailey.) Criminal Offenses – Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 14, Part 1; Title 39, Chapter 17, Part 13 and Title 40. As introduced, creates a Class E felony for altering or defacing a permanent distinguishing number on a firearm and selling, purchasing, or possessing such a firearm with a mandatory minimum sentence of 180 days incarceration.
HB0468 by Reeves. (*SB0163 by Hensley.) Criminal Offenses – Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 13, Part 1. As introduced, increases the penalty for reckless endangerment when the offense is committed by discharging a firearm or antique firearm into a motor vehicle from a Class E felony to a Class C felony, if the motor vehicle is occupied, or a Class D felony, if the motor vehicle is unoccupied.
HB1392 by Pearson. (*SB1348 by Akbari.)
Firearms and Ammunition – Amends TCA Title 39. As introduced, deletes the exception to the criminal offense of unlawfully carrying a firearm with intent to go armed for persons who lawfully possess a handgun, are in a place where the person is lawfully present, and are at least 21 years old or 18 years old with certain military service.

10:30 a.m. – House Finance, Ways & Means Subcommittee, House Hearing Room III, Agenda & Livestream

HB0514 by Gillespie. (*SB0379 by Walley.) Firearms and Ammunition – Amends TCA Title 37; Title 38; Title 39 and Title 40. As introduced, requires TACIR to perform a study on the impact of this state’s firearm laws on each county’s firearm sales, criminal offenses, and use of firearms for self-defense, as well as identifying the similarities and dissimilarities between the impacts on each county.

12 p.m. – House Judiciary Committee, House Hearing Room I, Agenda & Livestream

HB0578 by Doggett. (SB1082 by Johnson.) Criminal Offenses – Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 17, Part 13. As introduced, adds certain criminal offenses to the list of dangerous felonies for purposes of the offense of possessing a firearm or antique firearm during commission or attempt to commit a dangerous felony.
HB0587 by Scarbrough. (SB0657 by Hensley.) Criminal Offenses – Amends TCA Title 39. As introduced, adds organized retail crime and possession or employment of a firearm during the commission of or attempt to commit a dangerous felony to the definition of racketeering activity; clarifies that carjacking is racketeering activity.
HB0184 by Hardaway. (SB0389 by Taylor.) Criminal Offenses – Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 13 and Title 40, Chapter 35. As introduced, creates a Class C felony of reckless endangerment involving community terrorism, which is committed against a population within a geographic territory by members of a criminal gang or within 1,000 feet of a school or park; requires the sentencing court to revoke or prohibit the issuance of a driver license to individuals convicted of such offense for a five-year period following conviction.

3 p.m. – Senate Education Committee, Senate Hearing Room I, Agenda & Livestream

SB0470 by Harshbarger. (*HB0399 by Bricken.) Education – Amends TCA Title 12 and Title 49. Enacts the “Protecting Tennessee Schools and Events Act.” Requires the department of education to establish a pilot program to award protecting Tennessee schools and events assistance grants to LEAs located in counties identified as distressed or at-risk by the economic and community development’s performance metrics for the fiscal year 2025, using funds appropriated by the general appropriations act for such purpose. Specifies the primary purpose of the grants is to assist LEAs located in counties identified as distressed or at-risk in purchasing portable walk-through metal detectors

Why hasn’t sizable change happened yet?

It’s a question we hear often, and we understand the frustration. The reality is that change—especially when it comes to firearm safety—takes time, persistence, and sustained public pressure. But there’s reason for hope.

In 2023, Governor Bill Lee publicly recognized the urgent need for action and introduced a proposal for an Order of Protection law designed to prevent those in crisis from accessing firearms. While the General Assembly did not pass this measure, its introduction was a significant step forward. Even more encouraging, lawmakers from both sides of the aisle are now engaging in real discussions about firearm safety—something that was nearly unthinkable just a few years ago.

This shift didn’t happen by accident. It’s the result of tireless advocacy from Tennesseans like you who continue to demand change. The momentum is building, but we can’t let up now.

📺 Watch the video we made under “The Situation in Tennessee” to learn more about where we stand and what’s next.

Ad Council launches “Agree to Agree” campaign to drive nonpartisan action on firearm safety

The Ad Council recently launched its Agree to Agree campaign, a national initiative designed to spur nonpartisan action around preventing firearm tragedies, especially among youth. The campaign takes a public health approach to addressing firearm injuries—now the leading cause of death for children and teens in the U.S. This first-of-its-kind effort unites leaders across healthcare, business, marketing, and media to drive meaningful change, proving that common ground exists when it comes to protecting young lives.

Although firearm safety is often framed as a divisive issue, research shows that many Americans—both gun owners and non-gun owners—agree on solutions, especially when it comes to safeguarding children. Agree to Agree builds on this shared understanding, offering concrete steps for individuals to take action. The campaign aims to reach key audiences: parents, caregivers, and community members, as well as healthcare professionals, who are trusted messengers in addressing firearm-related risks.

As part of the initiative, the Ad Council has released a powerful new PSA directed by award-winning filmmaker Lauren Greenfield. Featuring real students and parents, the PSA shifts the conversation from debate to consensus, reinforcing the shared responsibility we all have in preventing gun violence. Viewers are encouraged to visit AgreeToAgree.org to learn more, access conversation guides, and take steps toward change.

Leadership Music Spotlights Voices for a Safer Tennessee

We are honored that Leadership Music’s Year of Giving Generously has chosen to spotlight Voices for a Safer Tennessee as a nonprofit making a difference in our community. This initiative helps educate Leadership Music alumni about organizations working to create meaningful change, and we are grateful to Jackie Jones of the Recording Industry Association of America for nominating us.

Here’s what Jackie had to say:

We invite Leadership Music alumni and the broader music community to join us in our efforts. You can get involved by:

Joining our coalition to stay informed and take action.
Attending legislative sessions in March and April—email carolyn@safertn.org for details.
Wearing your support—shop our merch to help fund education and advocacy efforts.
Donating to support our mission at safertn.org/donate.

Thank you to Leadership Music for amplifying our work and helping us build a safer Tennessee for all.

Safer TN understands that real change happens through community partnerships and conversation. We had the honor of joining the Kiwanis Club of Jefferson County via Zoom this week, where Safer TN Executive Director Claudia Huskey and Policy Director Erin Rogus presented on firearm safety education and policy. Using data-driven insights, they highlighted the urgent need to implement common-sense measures that protect our youngest Tennesseans. Kiwanis has long been committed to improving the lives of children, and we are grateful for the opportunity to work alongside them to create a safer future.

We also gathered this week with supporters at the Veronica Beard Galentine’s Shopping Event 2025 at Veronica Beard in Nashville’s Green Hills area. This event was not just about fashion—it was about taking meaningful steps toward safer communities. Attendees shopped with purpose, with proceeds benefiting Voices for a Safer Tennessee’s efforts to advance firearm safety. We are deeply thankful to everyone who participated, as well as to Veronica Beard for hosting. Your support makes a real impact, and together, we are driving change.

‘Forever 19’: Portland community mourns teen who died after shooting (WKRN Nashville)

41-year-old shot dead in car as Knoxville police search for suspect (Knoxville News Sentinel)

Two juveniles arrested following drive-by shooting (WBBJ Jackson)

Trial to begin for man accused in deadly Beale Street shooting (Action News 5 Memphis)

Trump Skips Guns in First Congressional Speech of Second Term (The Reload)

Safer TN Tracker | 01.24.2025

JR Pershall · January 24, 2025 ·

We stand in solidarity with Antioch High School. We are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of a young woman’s life, the devastating decision made by a 17-year-old, and the trauma thousands of students experienced on Wednesday.

One life was lost, but the ripple effects of this tragedy will be felt by thousands of students, their families, staff members, and the community. At Safer TN, we firmly believe firearm tragedies like this are preventable.

The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee has a fund set up for those directly impacted by school violence in Nashville, and is currently raising money to help those affected by the Antioch High School shooting.

The Mayor’s office has also provided a list of mental health resources for Nashvillians in need.

You can also support Safer TN’s efforts to prevent firearm tragedies by hosting a gathering or using our legislative guide to reach out to your representatives. We’ll provide talking points to make your message impactful.

School shootings have skyrocketed

There were at least 330 school shootings in 2024, according to the K-12 School Shooting Database, and so far there have been at least nine nationwide so far this year.

This database tracks events where a gun is fired, brandished with intent to harm, or when a bullet strikes school property, regardless of victims, time, or day. It includes gang violence, domestic disputes, shootings during sports events or after-hours school activities, suicides, disputes escalating into gunfire, and accidental discharges.

A 2023 report by the Tennessee Office of the Comptroller analyzed the K-12 School Shooting Database and found most Tennessee school shootings occurred at high schools, primarily due to escalated disputes or accidents. Escalated disputes involve physical or verbal altercations that lead to gunfire, while accidental shootings occur when a gun is unintentionally fired (e.g., showing off a weapon or a gun discharging from a backpack).

Three Tennessee school shootings qualified as “active shooter” events, based on the FBI’s definition: individuals actively engaged in killing or attempting to kill in a populated area.

Nearly half of these incidents were committed by students, who should not have had a weapon.

In a comprehensive study of adolescent school shootings from 1990 through 2016, researchers found most firearms were procured via theft, predominantly from family or relatives. These findings stress the critical importance of secure storage, especially in households with children and adolescents.

The Ad Council has provided this compelling secure storage video and additional resources include:

Where to find free cable locks in every county in Tennessee.
How to safely store your weapon using a lock box, cable lock, gun safe or off-site storage since nearly 1 in 4 children report having handled a gun in their home without their parents knowing.
The National Shooting Sports Foundation has a comprehensive guide to effective firearm storage options and how to use them.
How to talk to your children about guns and what to do if they find one.
How to ask your family and friends about how they store their firearms.

The first firearm bills have been filed

So far, 10 bills related to firearms and ammunition have been filed by lawmakers this year. With a filing deadline of February 6, lawmakers have two more weeks to introduce bills this session.

Several of the bills are versions of legislation that failed to advance in prior sessions.
Each bill needs a House and a Senate version to be considered; not all of these bills have a House or Senate companion yet.
Safer TN will be closely monitoring new legislation and will finalize our strategy and bill positions following the deadline.
Find the bills by following this link to the Tennessee General Assembly website.

On Monday, January 27, a special session on school vouchers, disaster relief and illegal immigration will begin. Firearms legislation will not be discussed. Regular session will likely begin week of February 3.

Governor Lee’s State of the State address is currently scheduled for February 10, which is when he will unveil his proposed budget and legislative priorities for the coming year.

Our Legislative Learning Session pulled back the curtain.

On Jan. 8, Safer TN hosted an informative panel discussion that offered valuable insights into the legislative process and how the organization will define success in 2025.

With the start of the legislative session, the conversation served as a crucial opportunity to understand the pathways for impactful advocacy and the strategies Safer TN plans to pursue in the coming year.

Panelists shared their expertise on how laws are shaped, the importance of voter engagement, and the need to build coalitions to strengthen firearm safety legislation. The recording remains available to you to help you stay informed and ready for action.

Violence forced her family to flee Guatemala. Then she died in Antioch High School (Newschannel 5 Nashville)

Shooter’s gun was purchased by an individual in Arizona in 2022 (Newschannel 5 Nashville)

Guns removed from Antioch High School shooter’s home in 2023 (WSMV Nashville)

Tennessee could toughen penalties for those caught firing a gun into or at a vehicle (WKRN Nashville)

Suspects in deadly Lenoir City shooting arrested (WVLT Knoxville)

Grandmother arrested for firing shot near community center (Fox 13 Memphis)

Safer TN Tracker | 01.17.2025

JR Pershall · January 17, 2025 ·

The 114th Tennessee General Assembly opened on Tuesday, kicking off a four-month legislative session. The Safer TN team was there for the start, and will be present every step of the way, working to advance policies and programs that create safer communities. Our priorities remain unchanged:

Expanding background checks to prevent firearm access for those legally prohibited, such as felons, convicted domestic abusers, and youth.
Increasing secure firearm storage through education and the availability of affordable, accessible storage options to reduce accidents and theft.
A process for temporary firearm transfer that establishes a court procedure, ensuring due process, to temporarily restrict access for individuals who may pose a risk to themselves or others.

Data shows these areas have the potential to enhance safety across our state. We’re grateful for your support as we advocate for these initiatives and explore innovative solutions to make our communities safer.

What to expect this legislative session

Leadership has been elected, continuing with the same leadership teams as in the last session:
- House: Speaker Cameron Sexton, Majority Leader William Lamberth, Minority Leader Karen Camper
- Senate: Lt. Governor Randy McNally (serves as Speaker of the Senate), Majority Leader Jack Johnson, Minority Leader Raumesh Akbari
Committee Chairs and Members have been announced and can be found here for Senate and here for House.
Gov. Bill Lee has called a Special Session to begin January 27, which will be focused on passing his school voucher proposal, disaster relief, and measures to address illegal immigration. A special session allows the governor to limit discussion to specific topics under an expedited process.
Regular session will likely begin the first week of February, but this is still fluid.
The bill filing deadline is still fluid, too.
This year, several House committees are being merged after a rule change was passed. Committees that handle civil and criminal judiciary matters, education administration and instruction, and state and local government issues, which were split in 2011 and 2015, will now be combined.
- Under the rule changes, reunified House Education, Judiciary and State and Local Government committees will once again come into being.
The Governor’s budget will be unveiled sometime in February when he delivers his State of the State address. For more about the budget process, The Sycamore Institute offers this helpful budget primer.

The Makeup of the Legislature

Our new tool helps you advocate at the Capitol and beyond!

Safer TN has launched a new tool to help you connect directly with your lawmakers. It provides step-by-step instructions and helpful tips on what to say when reaching out to your representatives.

Here’s how to connect with your legislator:

Representation is based on where you live. We can help you identify your representatives and give you talking points with our new tool.
To schedule a meeting, contact their legislative assistant by calling their office.
If you visit in person, politely ask if they have time to meet.
Always be respectful and clearly explain what you’re advocating for and why it matters to you.
For inspiration, check out the sample talking points that follow our contact tool. And remember to follow Safer TN on social media and read the Tracker weekly for information on specific bills we support or oppose.

Are you interested in advocating in person at the Capitol with Safer TN?

Are we coming to your civic organization or social club?

Safer TN has been meeting with civic groups like Rotary Clubs and League of Women Voters chapters across the state, from West to East Tennessee, and we’re eager to connect with more organizations. If your civic group, faith community, or social club would benefit from learning about our work and how to support safer communities, we’d love to visit. To schedule a meeting, email us at info@safertn.org or reach out directly to Emily Ezell at emily@safertn.org.

We put a collection of graphics together with key takeaways from Tennessee’s State of the Child report, which reveals firearm injuries are still the leading cause of death.

TCCY is a nonpartisan agency dedicated to improving the health, well-being, and development of children and youth in the state. Read their full report here.

Tennessee legislature: Meet the 12 new members starting work in 2025 (The Tennessean; subscription)

Man arrested for shooting at family sledding in East Tennessee (WATE)

We asked Tennessee legislative leaders what their priorities are for 2025. Here’s what they said (NewsChannel 5 Nashville)

Nashville airport is near the top of the list for gun discoveries (Axios)

What We Learned From Analyzing 10 Years of Shooting Data (The Trace)
“You’re more likely to be shot in the rural South than in big cities like Chicago. Gun violence is often associated with urban areas, but in our review, we found that half of all shootings occurred outside large cities, in communities of fewer than 1 million people. Thirteen of the 20 towns and cities with the highest rates of shootings were located in the South.“

Safer TN Tracker | 01.10.2025

JR Pershall · January 10, 2025 ·

Voices for a Safer Tennessee hosted a hybrid event Wednesday aimed at deepening community understanding of Tennessee’s legislative process and spotlighting Safer TN’s 2025 policy priorities.

Held at Belmont University’s Center for Interprofessional Engagement and Simulation at the Thomas F. Frist, Jr. College of Medicine and streamed online, the Legislative Learning Session featured an insightful panel discussion with former Tennessee lawmakers Rep. Sam Whitson (R-District 65) and Sen. Lowe Finney (D-District 27). They were joined by Safer TN Policy Director Erin Rogus, and the discussion was moderated by WBIR News Anchor Abby Ham.

Key takeaways:

The most effective advocacy comes from voters in legislators’ home districts. That’s why you should know who your state Representative and Senator are, and contact them periodically to let them know firearm safety is a priority. Contact them again when a relevant bill is working its way through the legislative pipeline, and encourage others to do the same. Find your legislators here and follow Safer TN for information on important bills.
Build coalitions in your district. Engage other people and organizations that might have a stake in firearm safety, like your school district, local healthcare providers, clergy, civic groups and businesses. Legislators pay attention when they see people from many segments of the community coalesce around an issue and proposed solutions.
The Governor’s budget is crucial. Even the best bills may fail because they involve costs that are not budgeted, so planning ahead is important. In 2024, for example, Safer TN worked with the Governor to include funding to add needed personnel to strengthen our background check system.
Stay positive and committed. Change takes time and persistence. We’re in this for the long haul.

Read more here.

What To Know Heading into the 114^th Tennessee General Assembly

Safer TN has outlined what to expect in the coming weeks as the legislative session begins. The Tennessee General Assembly will gavel in at noon on Tuesday, January 14 in Nashville.

The first order of business is the swearing in of the members-elect.
Next, each body adopts its rules of procedure to be followed for the next two years, which determine how the Senate and House will conduct business.
The membership of each body then elects a presiding officer or speaker for a two-year term.
The Speakers in each body appoint the officers of each standing committee and the membership of the standing committees.

The above organizational business will be completed by Thursday of that week. At that point, the legislature typically has a two-week recess before convening in regular session and beginning to act on legislation.

This year, the Governor may call a special session during the typical recess period for members to reconvene under special rules to consider school voucher legislation.
Regular session will likely begin the first week of February, but this is still fluid. The bill filing deadline for House and Senate bills will likely fall then (deadlines will be finalized when each body adopts its rules).
The Governor’s budget will be unveiled sometime in February when his State of the State address is given.

The Makeup of the Legislature:

The General Assembly has 33 Senators and 99 Representatives.

The 114th General Assembly Senate is composed of 27 Republicans and 6 Democrats, elected to four-year terms.
The 114th General Assembly House of Representatives is composed of 75 Republicans and 24 Democrats, elected in even-numbered years to two-year terms.

Learn more at the Tennessee General Assembly Website.

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Our annual report is live!

Safer TN is proud to present our first annual report, which showcases key achievements ranging from coalition growth to financials.

Find the annual report by clicking here.

Your generosity was overwhelming

With your help, Safer TN raised $240,000 through our end-of-year giving campaign. That is money that will help us with expanding education and outreach to our 30,000 members and beyond, while conducting data-driven research and polling on firearm safety. Additionally, we advocate for policies and programs that prioritize the safety of our communities while respecting the Second Amendment in this upcoming session.

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