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        <ExplanationTxt>FORM 990 IS PREPARED BY AN OUTSIDE ACCOUNTING FIRM. AFTER MANAGMENT HAS REVIEWED, IT IS SUBMITTED TO THE BOARD FOR REVIEW AND RECOMMENDATIONS ARE PRESENTED PRIOR TO SUBMISSION.</ExplanationTxt>
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