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        <ExplanationTxt>ANNUALLY, THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS ARE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE A RELATED-PARTY TRANSACTION AND INDEPENDENCE DISCLOSURE QUESTIONNAIRE FORM. RESPONSES ARE THE BASIS FOR APPROPRIATE DISCLOSURE IN ANNUAL FINANCIAL AND COMPLIANCE REPORTS.</ExplanationTxt>
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        <ExplanationTxt>THE PROCESS FOR DETERMINING COMPENSATION OF THE TOP OFFICIALS INCLUDE A REVIEW AND APPROVAL BY INDEPENDENT PERSONS</ExplanationTxt>
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        <ExplanationTxt>THE PROCESS FOR DETERMINING COMPENSATION OF OFFICERS AND KEY EMPLOYEES INCLUDE A REVIEW AND APPROVAL BY INDEPENDENT PERSONS</ExplanationTxt>
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