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A N O R I K T E A T I ASSOC Serving the Motor Vehicle Aftermarket Lawmakers Lead the Fight in LEGISLATIVE Protecting Enthusiasts’ Rights QUICK HITS Pending State Legislation Would Allow Backyard Restorations

embers of the State Automotive Enthusiast Leadership Caucus are again demonstrating their support for the hobbyist community by introducing legislation that would provide Msafeguards for individuals who restore or maintain inoperable vehicles on private property. Based on SEMA-model language, the legislation requires that vehicles be concealed outside of ordinary public view. Michigan State Senator Ron Jelinek, “This bill is good for automotive Utah State Represen- enthusiasts and the economy. If it tative Neal Hendrick- Delaware Street Rods: A version of son and Washington is done correctly, there is nothing SEMA-model legislation is moving in State Senator Mike negative for our neighbors, town- the Delaware House of Representatives Carrell have each ships or other legislative bodies. to create a vehicle registration and titling introduced a version It provides a win-win situation.” classification for street rods. The bill of the SEMA model defines a street rod as a ’48 or older vehi- in their respective —Michigan Senator Ron Jelinek cle or one manufactured after 1948 to legislatures. SEMA resemble a vehicle manufactured before Action Network (SAN) members and car clubs in these states are encouraged to contact these law- 1949. Under the bill, street-rod replicas makers to provide support in these efforts. will be assigned a certificate of title “It is vital that we rally behind these lawmakers who are working on our behalf,” said SEMA bearing the same model-year designa- Action Network Director Jason Tolleson. “They face stiff opposition from local governments, tion as the production vehicle it most zoning boards and other municipal organizations that, in recent years, have made increasing efforts closely resembles. to limit hobbyist activities.” In addition to several city and county proposals, state lawmakers in West Virginia have introduced Hawaii “Gas Guzzlers”: In a misguided legislation this year to establish restrictions on these so-called backyard restoration projects. attempt to reduce greenhouse gas emis- Often, removal of these vehicles from private property is enforced through local nuisance laws with sions, legislation has been introduced minimal or no notice to the owner. Elected officials develop these initiatives based on the notion that in the Hawaii House of Representa- inoperable vehicles are eyesores that adversely affect property values or constitute health hazards. Many tives to establish a progressive purchase such laws are drafted broadly, allowing for the confiscation of vehicles being repaired or restored. For surcharge for some new motor vehicles the purposes of these proposed bills, “inoperable vehicles” are most often defined as those on which the based on state calculations of carbon engine, wheels or emissions. Depending on the vehicle “As a car hobbyist myself, I have other parts have purchased, this surcharge could require seen the bad effects that the current been removed, owners to pay up to $2,500 more for altered, dam- the vehicle. If this effort is successful, the ‘crush them’ attitude has had on the aged or allowed effects on a consumers’ ability to pur- availability of restorable collector to deteriorate so chase the vehicle of choice, not to men- cars. We car guys must work together that the vehi- tion vehicle safety, could be impacted. to change this attitude.” cle cannot be driven. —Washington Senator Mike Carrell Iowa Street Rods/Customs: SEMA- “We believe model legislation to create a vehicle that clear legal registration classification for street rods distinctions must be drawn between an owner using private property as a dumping ground and and custom vehicles and provide for spe- a vehicle enthusiast working to maintain, restore or construct a vehicle,” said SEMA Vice President cial license plates for these vehicles was of Government Affairs Steve McDonald. introduced in Iowa. The bill provides The SEMA-model legislation provides such safeguards for hobbyists to work on collector vehicles on that a replica vehicle will be assigned the private property and establish reasonable provisions that vehicles be located out of public view. A copy s s Continued on page 3 Continued on page 2 CAUCUS CORNER Hey, That’s ach month Driving Force will feature members of the State My Car! EAutomotive Enthusiast Leadership Caucus. The SEMA- supported caucus is a bipartisan group of state lawmakers whose common thread is a love and appreciation for automobiles. Here are its newest members: Mild Street Machine

1969 Camaro Owner: Ken & Anita Brown LaHarpe, Illinois

ARIZONA ARIZONA Representative Tom Boone Representative Jerry Weiers

* For a full list of Caucus members, visit www.semasan.com.

Lawmakers Lead the Fight in Protecting Enthusiasts’ Rights Continued from page 1 s y wife and I bought our ’69 Camaro as a birthday gift for “We are working with the me 11 years ago from a friend who towed it each winter Mfrom Illinois to Arizona to be his warm weather cruiser. League of Cities and Towns Being a teenager in the ’60s, it didn’t take me very long to start on this compromise bill to making a mild street machine out of it. protect hobbyists who are The car was equipped with a stock 350, bucket seats and a column shift, and it was in pretty good shape. We did a frame-on res- actively restoring their toration and after rebuilding the engine, it was able to put out vehicles while still being good 310 horsepower at the wheels. neighbors and maintaining As anyone who owns a classic musclecar knows, the fun is in project cars out of view.” the thumbs up and comments made when driving by or sitting at a cruise and park functions. The long hours of working on and —Utah State Representative maintaining this mild street machine is well worth the effort. Neal Hendrickson SPECS of the bill can be downloaded at www.semasan.com. In working to present this issue to your elected officials, our UNDER THE HOOD: experience indicates that it will be helpful to make the following 350 small-block, HEI preparations: ignition, stock pol- ished crank, 10:1 flat ❏ Build a coalition of interested clubs, businesses and local top pistons, Competi- organizations. tion Cams 280H-10 ❏ Host positive and proactive meetings with city, county and 480 lift, push rods, state officials to address the issue. roller rockers, double springs, 202 valves, Edelbrock dual ❏ Propose fair alternative language that benefits both the hob- quad manifold, Edelbrock 500 carburetors, Holley fuel pump, byist and the community (e.g. screened from ordinary public Hedman Headers, Napa Advantage mufflers with 2½-inch view by means of a suitable fence, trees, shrubbery, etc.) exhaust, 1800 stall converter, 350 turbo transmission, B&M ❏ Garner support from local media. shifter, Richmond 3.55 gears ❏ Be persistent in your efforts. OUTSIDE: LeMans blue metallic paint, Competition Engi- neering traction bars, Cragar 15x8 rear wheels, Cragar 14x6 For additional assistance in pursing the SEMA model in your front wheels, Goodyear Eagle GT11 tires area, please contact the SEMA Government Affairs Office at INSIDE: Stock vinyl seats, Sun tach, Auto Gauge gauges 202/783-6007, ext. 39 or by e-mail at [email protected].

DRIVING FORCE MARCH 2008 LEGISLATIVE QUICK HITS CANADIAN UPDATE Continued from page 1 s SAN Members Rally same model-year designation as the produc- Against Leaded Fuel Ban tion vehicle it most closely resembles. Environment Canada Proposal Threatens Competition Motor Vehicles New Jersey New-Car Emissions: SAN-supported legislation reintroduced in the New Jersey State Assembly proposes to exempt he Canadian Department of the Environ- newer motor vehicles from the state’s man- Tment has issued a proposal to terminate datory emissions-inspection program. Under the current exemption from environmental the measure, motor vehicles that are five restrictions for leaded gasoline used in com- model years old or less would be exempted. petition motor vehicles. If approved, the regu- lation would require a ban on vehicles using Vermont Scrappage Program: A SAN- leaded fuel by January 1, 2009, resulting opposed bill has been introduced in the in the likely demise of all international drag- Vermont State Senate that would implement racing competition in Canada. a vehicle scrappage program and finance it “In the first call to action by the newly created with a progressive purchase and use tax and SEMA Action Network-Canada, the response higher registration fees for some new motor by enthusiasts, car clubs and businesses has vehicles based on fuel-efficiency ratings. been overwhelming,” said SAN Director Jason Funds collected under the program would Tolleson. “We are indebted to the individuals be used to dismantle vehicles deemed by and groups who have spearheaded the efforts the state to be “clunkers,” regardless of their against this shortsighted proposal.” historical value or collector interest. If this According to government figures, competi- effort is successful, purchasing the vehicle tion motor vehicles use only 1.5% of all leaded New Jersey Historic Vehicles: Hobby- of your choice could be significantly more gasoline consumed in Canada. The aviation friendly legislation that would amend the costly. Further, this proposed scrappage industry, which owns a permanent exemption state’s current law governing historic motor program could deny hobbyists the availabil- from the ban, accounts for the other 98.5%. vehicles to permit their use for pleasure driv- ity of vintage cars and parts for restoration It is also worth noting that U.S., U.K. and ing one day per week has been introduced projects. Australia regulators have not seen the need to in the New Jersey State Assembly. Under enact a similar ban. current New Jersey law, use of historic West Virginia Inoperable Vehicles: For Of significant concern is the negative impact vehicles is strictly limited to exhibitions and the third time, a bill has been introduced a leaded fuel ban will have on local and national educational purposes by the owner. in the West Virginia State Legislature that economies. According to data compiled by the would further restrict the ability of West International Hot Rod Association (IHRA), Pennsylvania “Show Car”: A version of Virginia vehicle hobbyists from maintain- drag-racing competitions and related expendi- SEMA-model legislation to create a vehicle ing inoperable vehicles on private property. tures by race teams, event organizers and tour- registration classification for “show cars” The SAN-opposed measure would redefine ists, among others, the ban would bring with and provide for special license plates for “abandoned motor vehicles” to include it a multimillion dollar windfall for regions these vehicles was introduced and referred to vehicles or vehicle parts which are either hosting these events. the Pennsylvania House Transportation unlicensed or inoperable, or both, are not Comments on the proposal were due to Committee for consideration. The bill in an enclosed building and have remained Environment Canada by February 13, 2008. would permit show cars to be driven up on private property for more than 30 days. Updates on this proposal will be available in to 5,000 miles per year and would exempt Under current law, the abandoned vehicle future issues of Driving Force, as well as on the them from the state’s new enhanced vehicle law applies primarily to vehicles on public SAN website, www.semasan.com. inspection program. property. The bill would make a violation a misdemeanor offense punishable by sub- Tennessee Custom Vehicles: A version of stantial fines, community service and jail. SEMA-model legislation has been reintroduced in the Tennessee State Senate to West Virginia Antique Vehicles: SAN is create a vehicle registration and titling classi- supporting legislation that would amend fication for custom vehicles. The bill defines West Virginia’s law governing antique motor a custom-built car as a vehicle that is built vehicles to permit their use for “occasional for private use and is not constructed by recreational driving.” Under current law, use a licensed manufacturer or remanufacturer. of antique vehicles is strictly limited to club

Under the bill, kit cars and replica vehicles activities, exhibits, tours, parades, testing, Courtesy Nitroactive.net will be assigned a certificate of title bearing obtaining repairs and for recreational pur- Under a Canadian Department of the Environment the same model-year designation as the proposes only on Friday evenings, Saturdays, proposal, competition motor vehicles would be duction vehicle it most closely resembles. Sundays and holidays. restricted from using leaded fuel by January 1, 2009. MARCH 2008 DRIVING FORCE MARCH 2008

NEWLY INTRODUCED LEGISLATION

Note: The following state bills are not laws. They were recently introduced and are currently under consideration by the respective state legislatures:

Emissions Missouri HB 1628: Changes the annual heard from over 50 feet from a alternative-fuel fee to exempt historic vehicle. Arizona HB 2308/Hawaii 2178/ vehicles. Kentucky HB 271/West Virginia HB 4133: Allows each state to adopt emissions Registration standards established by the state Inspection Idaho HB 364: Amends the salvage of California for new vehicles. Mississippi HB 343: Repeals the vehicle code to create a uniform Mississippi Motor Vehicle Safety policy regardless of vehicle age. Hybrid Vehicles/ Inspection Law. Changes the salvage title fee Clean Fuel to $15. Oklahoma HB 2961: Creates an Hawaii HB 2106: Creates a one- inspection program for all vehicles. time tax credit for the purchase of a STREET RACING Exempts “ancient vehicles” from the new or used hybrid or alternative- program. New Jersey SB 797: Raises the fine fuel vehicle. The credit would be for for those convicted of street racing anyone that purchased a qualified for first-time and subsequent offenses. vehicle between December 31, 2005 Miscellaneous Fines would range from $500–$1000 and December 31, 2009. Hawaii SB 3133: Creates a deposit on for the first offense and $1,000–$2,000 vehicle battery and tire purchases to for subsequent offenses. Oklahoma HB 2777: Extends the tax increase the number of products that credit for the purchase of a clean-fuel are properly recycled. Tires vehicle until 2016. New York AB 9877: Prohibits the sale Maine SB 836/Indiana HB 1243/ New Jersey AB 1905: Creates a and use of any product that alerts driv- South Dakota HB 1170: Allows for 50% tax credit for the purchase of ers of photo enforcement equipment. tires equipped with retractable studs a diesel-engine conversion device to be used year-round if the studs are that allows the vehicle to be powered Oklahoma SB 2021: Makes it illegal retracted during non-inclimate weather. on fuel other than diesel fuel. to emit any noise that can be

Attention Car Clubs, Event Organizers and CLUB SPOTLIGHT s Enthusiasts: Put SAN on Your Mailing List! Continued from page 6 Bolstered by the success of this event, the club formed the We like to know what’s going on with SAN clubs and enthu- Indianapolis Timing Association. The two organizations hosted siasts across the country; what charity events you’re involved in; more events at Stout Field throughout the ’50s. From there, the when and where the rod runs, car shows, trail rides, rallies and club helped design and organize Indianapolis Raceway Park (now tech meetings are held; and what legislative and regulatory issues O’Reilly Raceway Park) in 1960. concern club members and individual enthusiasts. Members of the Cluster Busters formed the Indiana Street Rod One of the best ways to Association in 1971, became affiliated with the National Street Delivering Up-to-Date Information to America’s Car Clubs and Enthusiasts www.semasan.com keep us abreast of what’s Rod Association (NSRA) in 1976 and hosted numerous custom

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LEGISLATIVE SEMA Replica Vehicle Bill Signed Into Law in Nevada QUICK HITS tant to the vehicle hob- its efforts to promote safe driving and supervised racing with an Arizona Emissions Inspection: Legisla- ar hobbyists scored another major vic- tion that would, among other things, allow tory when a version of SEMA-model leg- the Director of the Arizona Department Cislation to create a statutory titling and of Environmental Quality to adopt rules registration class for replica vehicles was passed bies nationwide is for us amateur drag-racing series. exempting new vehicles from the emis- by the Nevada State Legislature and signed into sions-inspection program was approved by law by Governor Jim Gibbons. Under the law, the state legislature. The bill now awaits replicas are defi ned as vehicles manufactured the governor’s signature before becoming after 1968 to resemble vehicles manufactured law. If adopted, the emissions exemption to receive your club news- As the third-oldest, still active car club in the United States, the before 1968. In addition, replicas will be ex- would apply to new vehicles for the period empted from all emissions-inspection require- before the sixth registration year after the ments applicable to other vehicles in the state. initial purchase or lease. Registration as a replica vehicle will be open to 100 such vehicles each year and use will be letters and updates. Please California Annual Inspection: SAN- Cluster Busters will be celebrating its 60th anniversary in 2008. opposed legislation to require annual limited to occasional transportation and other smog-check inspections for vehicles 15 hobby-related activities. Titles for these vehi- Under the new Nevada law, replica vehicles will be exempt from the state’s emissions inspection program. years old and older was approved by the cles will list both the year of assembly and the California Assembly. The bill would also model year that the body of the vehicle replicates. The law becomes effective July 1, 2007. consider placing SEMA on Over that time, the mission has remained the same: promote safe require that funds generated through the The new law, which gained the bipartisan support of the Nevada Legislature, is the product of additional inspection fees be deposited consultation between SEMA, independent lobbying groups, Nevada businesses and hobbyist organizations. into an account which can be used to scrap The measure was introduced by Nevada Assemblyman Kelvin Atkinson and co-sponsored by members older cars. Pre-’76 motor vehicles would of the State Automotive Enthusiast Leadership Caucus, Assemblymembers Mark Manendo, David Parks, remain exempt under the bill. The mea- Moises “Mo” Denis, Ellen Marie Koivisto and your mailing list. driving and racing for all ages and present hot rodding as a safe and sure will now be considered by the Cali- John Oceguera. fornia Senate. We are extremely gratifi ed that “We are extremely gratifi ed that Nevada will Nevada will join the growing list of join the growing list of states that recognize California Gas Guzzlers: In a misguided replicas as distinct classes of vehicles,” said attempt to reduce greenhouse gas emis- states that recognize replicas as SEMA Vice President of Government Affairs You can send correspon- responsible hobby. sions, legislation in California to establish distinct classes of vehicles. Steve McDonald. “We are especially indebted a progressive purchase surcharge for some —SEMA Vice President to state lawmakers for their continued efforts new motor vehicles based on state calcula-“ in coordinating the support of enthusiasts, tions of carbon emissions was approved by of Government Affairs lawmakers and state and local vehicle dence to Attn: Jason Tolleson, the Assembly Appropriations Committee. Steve McDonald administrators.” While current members of the club are quite aware of its lengthy Depending on the vehicle purchased, this The new law recognizes the unique nature of surcharge could require owners to pay up these vehicles as hobbyist cars that are generally only used for occasional transportation, exhibitions, club to $2,500 more for the vehicle. The bill activities, parades and tours. For many” vehicle enthusiasts in Nevada and throughout America, building, was previously passed by the Assembly maintaining and enjoying their vehicles is a favorite pastime. This law represents an opportunity to SEMA, 1317 F St. NW, history and deep ties to the Indianapolis drag-racing scene, all were Transportation Committee. acknowledge their commitment to the hobby and to protect it for future generations. These vehicles are the same crowd pleasers that participate in exhibitions and as parade vehicles, and whose owners regularly Montana Exhaust Noise: SAN-sponsored contribute to charities and civic events. legislation to permit vehicles with modi- Nevada joins Arkansas and Virginia as fi ed exhaust systems that do not emit an states that have enacted similar laws in 2007. Ste. 500, Washington, DC surprised when three of the original members showed up at the excess of 95 decibels as measured by SAE Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Missouri, test standard J1169 was signed into law Montana, Rhode Island and Washington by Montana Governor Brian Schweitzer. state enacted these laws in previous legislative Under the SAE standard, a sound meter is sessions. SAN efforts are ongoing this year placed 20 inches from the exhaust outlet at to work with the state legislatures in Florida, 20004-1105 or via e-mail at July 4th Rod Run last year. Current members were excited to meet a 45-degree angle, and the engine is revved New York and Massachusetts on this initiative to three-quarters of maximum-rated horse- and to add states to that list in the coming power. The highest decibel reading is then legislative sessions. recorded. [email protected]. and learn more about these original members and hoped to see them again soon. MARCH 2008 DRIVING FORCE MARCH 2008

MARCH 2008 SAN CLUB EVENTS Alabama Florida Idaho March 8, Birmingham March 1, Naples March 6–9, Boise Corvette & Hot Rod Car Show 20th Annual Antique Car Show 36th Annual Boise Roadster Show Sponsor: Mid Alabama Corvette Club Sponsor: Naples-Marco Island Information: 208/938-8986 Information: http://www.maccattack.net Region of AACA Information: http://clubs.hemmings.com/ Michigan March 29, Maxwell Air Force Base frameset.fm?club=naplesmarcoaacaor Maxwell AFB Open Car Show March 7–9, Detroit 239/774-6993 Sponsor: Heart of Dixie Mustang Club 56th Annual Autorama Information: http://hodmc.huntingdon. March 2, Homosassa Information: http://www.autorama.com/ edu/carshows/Maxwell_Flyer_2008.pdf 24th Manatee Car & Truck Show casi/detroit.htm or 586/771-7110 or 334/233-5369 Sponsor: Citrus County Cruisers Nebraska Information: http://www.citruscountycruisers. Arizona org or 352/527-0024 March 28–30, Omaha 53rd Annual World of Wheels March 1, Tempe March 16, Miami 4th Annual Catch a Wave Car Show Information: http://www.autorama.com/ 22nd Annual Spring Meet Corvette Show casi/omaha.htm or 402/478-5277 Sponsor: Kiwanis Nuevo International Sponsor: Sunshine Corvette Club Information: http://kiwanisnuevo.org or Information: http://www.sunshinecorvetteclub. North Carolina 602/284-0137 com or 305/274-7977 March 7–8, Kure Beach California March 29, Miami Back to the Beach March 15–16, Costa Mesa Downtown Miami Classic Car Show Sponsor Sun Coast Cruisers 2nd Orange County Get Together Sponsor: South Florida Region of AACA Information: http://www.suncoastcruisers. Information: http://www.good-guys.com/ Information: http://local.aaca.org/ com/back_to_the_beach_2006.htm or events/eventDetails.aspx?eventid=08-805 southflorida/eventinformation.htm#Down 910/655-1989 or 786/251-4454 or 925/838-9876 March 29, New Bern March 16, Arcadia March 29, Pensacola 22nd Annual Shine & Show 2nd Annual Cal Rod Car Show 1st Annual Panhandle Cruisers National Open Car & Truck Show Sponsor: Cal Rods San Gabriel Valley Car Show Sponsor: Colonial Capital Rods and Classics Information: http://www.calrods.com or Sponsor: Panhandle Cruisers Information: http://www.colonialcapital 909/626-0300 Information: http://www.panhandlecruisers. rodsandclassics.com or 252/633-0527 org/carshow.html or 251/946-3327 March 1–2, San Diego Ohio Big 3 Auto Parts Exchange March 29, Vero Beach 31st Annual Antique Auto Show March 14–16, Cincinnati Information: http://www.big3partsexchange. 48th Annual Cavalcade of Customs com/ or 619/464-5445 Sponsor: Indian River Region of AACA Information: http://local.aaca.org/ Information: http://www.autorama.com/ March 29–30, Pleasanton indianriver/2008carshow.php or casi/cincinnatti.htm or 859/331-7181 26th All American Get-Together 722/569-4855 Information: http://www.good-guys.com/ Oregon events/eventDetails.aspx?eventid=08-801 March 21–23, Redmond or 925/838-9876 9th Annual Central Oregon Rod & Custom Show Sponsor: Central Oregon CHECK OUT THESE EARLY APRIL 2008 EVENTS Street Rod Association California April 5–6, Pinellas Park Information: http://www.centraloregon 19th Annual Westcoast Mopar Show carshow.com/index.htm or 541/317-9351 April 4–6, Del Mar Sponsor: Westcoast Mopar Club 8th Del Mar Rod & Custom Nationals Tennessee Information: http://westcoastmopar.org/ Information: http://www.good-guys.com/ AnnualShow2008.htm or 727/584-1210 March 29, Clarksville events/eventDetails.aspx?eventid=08-623 2nd Annual March Madness or 925/838-9876 Georgia Sponsor: Wildhorses Mustang Club Information: http://southernfordracing.com Florida April 5, Macon 12th Annual Cherry Blossom Festival or 931/980-4453 April 5, Crescent City Mustang & Ford Show Catfish Festival Car Show Washington Sponsor: Flag City Mustang Club Sponsor: Azalea City Cruisers Information: http://www.fcmccherryblossom. March 30, Bellingham Information: 386-684-9309 webs.com or 478/390-2986 Leprechaun Daze Show and Shine Information: 360/380-2733

DRIVING FORCE MARCH 2008 SEMA Government Affairs Office CLUB SPOTLIGHT

Vice President of Government Affairs 60 Years and Counting! Steve McDonald Director of Federal Government Affairs n 1948, a group of students and graduates of an Indianapolis Stuart Gosswein high school founded the Cluster Busters Hot Rod Club. Until recently, little Government and Public Affairs Manager Iwas known about the original members other than their love for drag racing. Jason Tolleson By the early ’50s, hot rodders had acquired a reputation as “hoodlums.” The Cluster Busters Research Coordinator wanted to change this image. They became advocates of safe driving and organized racing on the Mark Hill track instead of the street. With the help of a local judge, the club negotiated with the National Technical Consultant Guard to use the Stout Field airstrip for a racing event. This resulted in the first organized drags Jim McFarland in Indiana in the summer of 1955. The event, set-up by the Cluster Busters and sanctioned by the

NHRA, was chronicled in the October 1955 issue of Hot Rod magazine. s Publication Staff Continued on page 4

Editorial Director Matthew Pearson Editor Jason Tolleson Group Operations Manager Janet Francisco Lee Managing Editor Carr Winn Senior Graphic Designer Mariciel Fuller Production Coordinator Bonnie Sintuvat 1317 F St., NW, Ste. 500 Washington, D.C. 20004-1105 202/783-6007

For more legislative and regulatory information, visit www.semasan.com As the third-oldest active car club in the United States, the Cluster Busters have a deep history in promoting safe

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