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NJ’s Top Doctor Advocates For Medical Cannabis

Shereed Elnahal, M.D., Commissioner Of Health, (NJDOH) blasts roadblocks to medical cannabis.

Shereed Elnahal, M.D. once again came out strong this week against the classification of cannabis as a Schedule 1 narcotic. He emphasized the struggle that this creates in the medical marijuana industry and most importantly, for patients.

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Medical marijuana research faces barriers because of antiquated federal schedule 1 classification, @ShereefElnahal says. The therapeutic benefits certainly exist! #MedMarijuanaTalk @VirtuaHealth

The state’s top doc also implied that due to the barriers and misunderstanding of cannabis, medical patients themselves are often more informed than the medical community.

Right now, patients on #medicalmarijuana are more informed about its benefits than the medical community.@GovMurphy and I are trying to change that- and reduce the stigma. A pleasure to give a grand rounds lecture to docs at @VirtuaHealth- a packed room eager to learn more!

Medical marijuana research faces barriers because of antiquated federal schedule 1 classification, @ShereefElnahal says. The therapeutic benefits certainly exist! #MedMarijuanaTalk @VirtuaHealth

New Jersey is on the verge of voting on cannabis legalization and medical expansion, on October 29. Leading democrats believe they have the votes to carry the measures to pass.

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Cannabis Dispensary Applications Being Reviewed By Department Of Health

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Cannabis Dispensary Applications Being Reviewed By Department Of Health

Governor Phil Murphy today announced that the New Jersey Department of Health has received ...

Governor Phil Murphy today announced that the New Jersey Department of Health has received 146 cannabis dispensary applications from 106 organizations to operate medical marijuana dispensaries in the state. Applicants had to identify the region of the state where they would like to operate an Alternative Treatment Center (ATC). Applications were rather evenly distributed with 50 applicants for the northern region, 45 in the central region and 51 in the southern region.

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POLL: NJ Residents Support Legalization & Sale of Cannabis

NJ Residents overwhelmingly support Cannabis legalization and expansion, likely a hot-button issue during this election cycle.

A recent Quinnipiac poll, conducted August 15-20, asked NJ residents if they supported the legalization, expungement of criminal records, and sale of cannabis in their communities.

The poll found that New Jersey voters continue to support allowing adults to legally possess small amounts of cannabis for personal use by an overwhelming 62% – 33% majority. This is an increase compared to 59% – 37% on March 13.

Voters also support expunging, or erasing, criminal records for marijuana possession by an even larger margin of 63% – 27%

An overwelming 90% of residents ages 18-34 support the legalization of cannabis throughout New Jersey, and 81% support the sale in their community.

By a smaller majority of 50% – 45%, voters support the sale of cannabis in their community. So far, over 30 towns have banned the sale of cannabis, while a few have taken a wait and see approach. Yet there are others, such as Jersey City, Trenton, Atlantic City, and Asbury Park have all publicly embraced the idea of cannabis in their communities.

Along political lines, the poll also found that only 28% of Republicans supported legal cannabis being sold in their communities, compared to 66% of Democrats. For overall legalization, the survey found that 78% of Democrats supported legal cannabis in New Jersey, compared to 41% of Republicans.

NJ residents with college degrees also overwhelmingly support the legalization, expungement of records, and sale of cannabis in New Jersey.

From August 15 – 20, Quinnipiac University surveyed 908 New Jersey voters with a margin of error of +/- 4.6 percentage points, including the design effect. Live interviewers call landlines and cell phones. Residents were asked about the legalization, expungement of records, and sale of cannabis in their community and throughout the state.

Although there is no specific bill yet presented to the legislature, there are two bills being finalized. The poll results come just on the heels of Senate President Steve Sweeneydeclaring he likely has the votes required for legalization to pass.

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Kevin Sabet, president of Smart Approaches to Marijuana, a leading marijuana prohibitionist group in the country, said the poll shows that marijuana support isn’t as high when people think about the potential impact of weed. But it seems like these arguments are becoming continually less believable.

“We know that most people who say they favor legalization really favor simply not putting people in prison for pot,” Sabet said, as reported by NJ.COM. “That’s very different than selling and advertising highly potent edibles, candies and concentrates.”

We want legal weed, just don't sell it near us, some N.J. residents say

A Quinnipiac poll found that while nearly two-thirds of New Jerseyans support marijuana legalization, only half want it in their towns.

Cannabis legalization and expansion will likely be a hot-button issue during this election cycle. With many towns rushing to ban cannabis without seeing or knowing what a bill may even look like, these politicians are likely walking on thin ice.

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As expected, Governor Murphy supported this decision, although just days prior, there was conflict over a similar decision in Jersey City, that the AG ultimately supported.

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Medical Marijuana Program In New Jersey Continues To Grow

Although Governor Murphy has not yet received a bill to sign that would legalize cannabis, he has called for expansion of the medical marijuana program in New Jersey. Subsequently, the program has seen rapid expansion since Murphy took office in January. Furthermore, several lawmakers have been working diligently on medical, expungement and legalization bills.

As of June 11, 2018, the number of patients enrolled in the program has increased 25 percent to just over 23,000 patients and 87 new physicians have enrolled since Governor Murphy announced reforms to the program on March 26. The program is growing at a rate of 100 patients a day.

And in another major development, Harmony Dispensary in Secaucus finally opened today, Monday, June 18, after years of delay.

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NEWS - Today we issued a permit allowing Harmony Foundation in Secaucus to operate & dispense #medicalmarijuana, making it the 6th ATC available in NJ. The announcement comes our MMP grows at a rate of 100 patients/day! http://nj.gov/health

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Harmony’s address is 600 Meadowlands Parkway, Suite 15 in Secaucus. They are actively seeking to consult with medical patients who are ready and able to purchase medical cannabis.

Additional changes to the medical marijuana program were unveiled today by the Department of Health, including amendments that Murphy passed through executive order in March.

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In addition, we are proposing #medicalmarijuana rule changes that @GovMurphy asked of us just days after taking office. They will expand access to marijuana therapy responsibly, and to thousands more patients who need it! https://bit.ly/2ylAm39 @ShereefElnahal

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According to a press release issued by the State of New Jersey’s Department Of Health, the proposed amendments include:

Reducing the registration fee for qualifying patients and their caregivers from $200 to $100

Adding seniors and military veterans to those eligible for the reduced registration fee of $20

Authorizing qualifying patients to designate up to two primary caregivers instead of just one

Reflecting the addition of six “debilitating medical conditions:” PTSD, by statutory enactment; and five new conditions (anxiety, chronic pain of visceral origin, chronic pain related to musculoskeletal disorders, migraines, and Tourette syndrome), by the State Health Commissioner’s March 22, 2018, petition decision.

Streamlining the process to petition for the addition of “debilitating medical conditions” by removing the requirement that petitions first be referred to the Medicinal Marijuana Review Panel

Emphasizing the advisory role of the Medicinal Marijuana Review Panel to include the provision of guidance and recommendations to the State Health Commissioner regarding the medicinal use of marijuana

Allowing physicians to opt out of inclusion on a public list of participating physicians

Removing the requirement of psychiatric evaluation as a condition of physician certification of minors as qualifying patients

Creating an endorsement system for cultivation, manufacturing, and dispensing marijuana for medicinal purposes, which would increase the available supply of, and patient access to, usable marijuana

Authorizing manufacturing and dispensing of medicinal marijuana in non-topical forms

Repealing the three-strain limit on authorized cultivation and dispensary activity

Elevating the Medicinal Marijuana Program to division status within the Department of Health

New Jersey residents interested in registering for the MMP can click here. Patients and caregivers can visit the MMP’s website and refer to the FAQ section for additional information.

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Snoop Dogg To Headline Jersey City Fireworks Concert

Cannabis enthusiast and hip hop icon, Snoop Dogg, will headline a free concert on July 4th at Jersey City’s 5th Annual Freedom & Fireworks display.

5 yrs ago I said we would re-start #jerseycity 4th of July Fireworks. We would add a free concert + we would gradually build it to be the best. We’re on our way - the headline performer for our #JerseyCity July 4th before the Grucci fireworks is....Snoop Dogg - #50StarFireShow

“You can’t beat the views of Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty on 4th of July. I think we’re going to have a superior product to anybody else in the region,” Mayor Steven Fulop said.

Celebrate the #4thofJuly in #HudsonCounty at @JC_Gov 5th Annual Freedom & Fireworks, 12 pm-10 pm at Exchange Place! Don't miss New Jersey's largest Independence Day Celebration featuring headliner Snoop Dogg! #JerseyCity #HudsonCounty #VisitHudsonNJhttp://bit.ly/292LWyv

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Medical Marijuana Program In New Jersey Continues To Grow

And in another major development, Harmony Dispensary in Secaucus finally opened today, Monday, June 18, after years of delay.

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NEWS - Today we issued a permit allowing Harmony Foundation in Secaucus to operate & dispense #medicalmarijuana, making it the 6th ATC available in NJ. The announcement comes our MMP grows at a rate of 100 patients/day! http://nj.gov/health

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Harmony’s address is 600 Meadowlands Parkway, Suite 15 in Secaucus. They are actively seeking to consult with medical patients who are ready and able to purchase medical cannabis.

Additional changes to the medical marijuana program were unveiled today by the Department of Health, including amendments that Murphy passed through executive order in March.

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In addition, we are proposing #medicalmarijuana rule changes that @GovMurphy asked of us just days after taking office. They will expand access to marijuana therapy responsibly, and to thousands more patients who need it! https://bit.ly/2ylAm39 @ShereefElnahal

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According to a press release issued by the State of New Jersey’s Department Of Health, the proposed amendments include:

Reducing the registration fee for qualifying patients and their caregivers from $200 to $100

Adding seniors and military veterans to those eligible for the reduced registration fee of $20

Authorizing qualifying patients to designate up to two primary caregivers instead of just one

Reflecting the addition of six “debilitating medical conditions:” PTSD, by statutory enactment; and five new conditions (anxiety, chronic pain of visceral origin, chronic pain related to musculoskeletal disorders, migraines, and Tourette syndrome), by the State Health Commissioner’s March 22, 2018, petition decision.

Streamlining the process to petition for the addition of “debilitating medical conditions” by removing the requirement that petitions first be referred to the Medicinal Marijuana Review Panel

Emphasizing the advisory role of the Medicinal Marijuana Review Panel to include the provision of guidance and recommendations to the State Health Commissioner regarding the medicinal use of marijuana

Allowing physicians to opt out of inclusion on a public list of participating physicians

Removing the requirement of psychiatric evaluation as a condition of physician certification of minors as qualifying patients

Creating an endorsement system for cultivation, manufacturing, and dispensing marijuana for medicinal purposes, which would increase the available supply of, and patient access to, usable marijuana

Authorizing manufacturing and dispensing of medicinal marijuana in non-topical forms

Repealing the three-strain limit on authorized cultivation and dispensary activity

Elevating the Medicinal Marijuana Program to division status within the Department of Health

New Jersey residents interested in registering for the MMP can click here. Patients and caregivers can visit the MMP’s website and refer to the FAQ section for additional information.

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BREAKING: NJ AG “End Cannabis Prosecutions Through September”

Although Governor Murphy campaigned on legalizing cannabis for adult-use, the law has not yet changed. However, the medical program already doubled since Murphy took office. Just last week, Mayor Steven Fulop of Jersey announced he would be issuing guidance to his police officers and prosecutors to end cannabis prosecutions in NJ. Today, State Attorney General Gurbir Grewal issued a memo to municipal prosecutors calling for the end of marijuana prosecutions in New Jersey.

In a letter to prosecutors New Jersey Attorney General Gurbir Grewal wrote that he was asking “that all municipal prosecutors in New Jersey seek an adjournment until September 4, 2018, or later, of any matter involving a marijuana-related offense pending in municipal court” while developing “appropriate guidance” for prosecutors.

Boom! very excited about the announcement coming today from the Attorney General on marijuana arrests statewide. I’m proud JerseyCity pushed this policy + we stood our ground as the right side of the issue. We are lucky to have in NJ a thoughtful and problem solving AG. Forward!

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This comes on the heels of Jersey City Mayor Steven Fulop and Chief Prosecutor Hudnut declaring cannabis as basically decriminalized in Jersey City.

Sadly #newjersey residents of color r 3x more likely 2 be arrested/prosecuted for #marijuana despite similar cross-racial usage. These cases r costly & distract prosecutors from pursuing violent offenses. Tomorrow that ends in #JerseyCity #progress #fairshake @StevenFulop

New pot decriminalization policy for Jersey City http://s.nj.com/UwvKhRB

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We changed our municipal prosecutors office + we wanted to be more proactive/thoughtful in how we deal with issues before our court. We’ll be the 1st in #NewJersey here + this is the right proactive approach. #JerseyCity @JakeHudnut @AmolSinha @ACLUNJ https://www.nj.com/hudson/index.ssf/2018/07/new_pot_decriminalization_policy_for_jersey_city.html#incart_2box_hudson …

New pot decriminalization policy for Jersey City

The city’s mayor and new chief prosecutor say the change will increase racial justice while protecting public safety.

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Just yesterday, Heady NJ was questioning why the Attorney General Gurbir Grewal and Governor Murphy were not supporting Jersey City’s stance to end cannabis prosecutions while they are working towards legalization.

Why isn’t the @GovMurphy administration supporting this? They should be supporting this statewide until legalization happens.  Should have been the first thing they did when getting into office.

Jersey City is right: Stop senseless marijuana arrests | Editorial http://www.nj.com/opinion/index.ssf/2018/07/jersey_city_is_right_stop_stupid_pot_arrests_edito.html …

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One day after the City of Jersey City had enacted a policy to decriminalize marijuana, Grewal sent a letter to Chief Municipal Prosecutor Jake Hudnut stating that he did not have the legal authority to take such an action, therefore the policy was “void.”

Jersey City undoubtedly has prosecution discretion + the ability to implement that. We aren’t changing law but we’ll continue a support our Chief Prosecutor’s judgment which we outlined in decrim policy we’ll follow. We respect the letter but don’t agree. JC = right side here

New Jersey A.G. to Jersey City: no, you can’t decriminalize pot http://nj-ne.ws/vEeCmxi

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However, Grewal’s office met with Hudnut and other public safety officials from Jersey City yesterday in hopes of finding some middle ground.

Moving forward, the AG’s office will convene a steering committee to strategize approaches for addressing marijuana in the future.

It is also expected that the state legislature and governor will legalize cannabis before the September date referenced by Grewal in the memo issued to the municipal prosecutors.

“I took the job as Chief Prosecutor in Jersey City to help build a progressive, proactive, and thoughtful prosecutors office. We want to make sure that Jersey City is at the forefront of these conversations and I’m proud to have pushed this issue from the onset,” Hudnut said.

In 2016, approximately 36,000 people were arrested in New Jersey for cannabis, of which 32,000 were for simple possession, non-violent offenses.

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BREAKING: NJ AG “End Cannabis Prosecutions Through September”

Although Governor Murphy campaigned on legalizing cannabis for adult-use, the law has not yet changed. However, the medical program already doubled since Murphy took office. Just last week, Mayor Steven Fulop of Jersey announced he would be issuing guidance to his police officers and prosecutors to end cannabis prosecutions in NJ. Today, State Attorney General Gurbir Grewal issued a memo to municipal prosecutors calling for the end of marijuana prosecutions in New Jersey.

In a letter to prosecutors New Jersey Attorney General Gurbir Grewal wrote that he was asking “that all municipal prosecutors in New Jersey seek an adjournment until September 4, 2018, or later, of any matter involving a marijuana-related offense pending in municipal court” while developing “appropriate guidance” for prosecutors.

Boom! very excited about the announcement coming today from the Attorney General on marijuana arrests statewide. I’m proud JerseyCity pushed this policy + we stood our ground as the right side of the issue. We are lucky to have in NJ a thoughtful and problem solving AG. Forward!

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This comes on the heels of Jersey City Mayor Steven Fulop and Chief Prosecutor Hudnut declaring cannabis as basically decriminalized in Jersey City.

Sadly #newjersey residents of color r 3x more likely 2 be arrested/prosecuted for #marijuana despite similar cross-racial usage. These cases r costly & distract prosecutors from pursuing violent offenses. Tomorrow that ends in #JerseyCity #progress #fairshake @StevenFulop

New pot decriminalization policy for Jersey City http://s.nj.com/UwvKhRB

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We changed our municipal prosecutors office + we wanted to be more proactive/thoughtful in how we deal with issues before our court. We’ll be the 1st in #NewJersey here + this is the right proactive approach. #JerseyCity @JakeHudnut @AmolSinha @ACLUNJ https://www.nj.com/hudson/index.ssf/2018/07/new_pot_decriminalization_policy_for_jersey_city.html#incart_2box_hudson …

New pot decriminalization policy for Jersey City

The city's mayor and new chief prosecutor say the change will increase racial justice while protecting public safety.

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Just yesterday, Heady NJ was questioning why the Attorney General Gurbir Grewal and Governor Murphy were not supporting Jersey City’s stance to end cannabis prosecutions while they are working towards legalization.

Why isn’t the @GovMurphy administration supporting this? They should be supporting this statewide until legalization happens.  Should have been the first thing they did when getting into office.

Jersey City is right: Stop senseless marijuana arrests | Editorial http://www.nj.com/opinion/index.ssf/2018/07/jersey_city_is_right_stop_stupid_pot_arrests_edito.html …

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One day after the City of Jersey City had enacted a policy to decriminalize marijuana, Grewal sent a letter to Chief Municipal Prosecutor Jake Hudnut stating that he did not have the legal authority to take such an action, therefore the policy was “void.”

Jersey City undoubtedly has prosecution discretion + the ability to implement that. We aren’t changing law but we’ll continue a support our Chief Prosecutor’s judgment which we outlined in decrim policy we’ll follow. We respect the letter but don’t agree. JC = right side here

New Jersey A.G. to Jersey City: no, you can't decriminalize pot http://nj-ne.ws/vEeCmxi

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However, Grewal’s office met with Hudnut and other public safety officials from Jersey City yesterday in hopes of finding some middle ground.

Moving forward, the AG’s office will convene a steering committee to strategize approaches for addressing marijuana in the future.

It is also expected that the state legislature and governor will legalize cannabis before the September date referenced by Grewal in the memo issued to the municipal prosecutors.

“I took the job as Chief Prosecutor in Jersey City to help build a progressive, proactive, and thoughtful prosecutors office. We want to make sure that Jersey City is at the forefront of these conversations and I’m proud to have pushed this issue from the onset,” Hudnut said.

In 2016, approximately 36,000 people were arrested in New Jersey for cannabis, of which 32,000 were for simple possession, non-violent offenses.

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BREAKING: Medical Cannabis Dispensary Expansion Sought By Gov. Murphy

Today, the Murphy Administration announced it is seeking up to six new applicants for medicinal cannabis dispensary expansion with two dispensaries each in the northern, central and Southern regions of the state. This is in addition to the 6 dispensaries currently operating in the state throughout the same regions.

“We look forward to the opening of six new dispensaries so we can ensure that all qualifying patients who want access to medicinal marijuana can have it,’’ said Governor Phil Murphy. “Due to the steps that Commissioner Elnahal and I have taken since January, we have seen the addition of 10,000 new patients. Accordingly, we have to expand the number of businesses who are growing product and serving patients.”

Patients on #MedicalMarijuana need access to affordable strains that work for them, closer to home.

That’s why @NJDeptofHealth is asking for more dispensaries to open in NJ.

Today we announce an opportunity for 6 new dispensaries- learn more below!https://t.co/v7hkySKbb9

— Shereef Elnahal, MD (@ShereefElnahal) July 16, 2018

A Request for Applications (RFA) was released and notes that applicants would have to operate a seed-to-sale style operation with a dispensary and facilities for cultivation, manufacturing along with dispensing. It is also a requirement to provide evidence of site control and proof for approval of the governing body in the municipality where they intend to operate. The dispensary can be either nonprofit or for profit. The RFA is available at: http://nj.gov/health/medicalmarijuana/documents/ATC_RFA_July2018.pdf.

Applicants can submit applications for more than one region of the state but must submit a separate application for each region. The fee for applying is $20,000, although $18,000 of that fee will be returned to unsuccessful applicants.

The Department will electronically accept questions until 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 7 from all potential applicants via email at [email protected]. Applications are due Friday, Aug. 31, 2018. Applicants chosen to proceed in the permitting process will be announced Nov. 1, 2018.

The six currently operating ATCs are not eligible to participate in this application process. Existing ATCs already have the opportunity to add additional sites for cultivating, manufacturing and dispensing. Additional opportunities to apply to build cultivating, manufacturing and dispensing sites will be available in the future.

Medical Cannabis Expansion Steady In New Jersey

Currently, more than 25,000 patients, 1,000 caregivers and 700 physicians are participating in the program. These numbers are up from the start of the Murphy administration taking office. Murphy ran on cannabis legalization and continues to voice his support for full legalization.

Several NJ lawmakers continue to work behind the scenes on furthering medical cannabis expansion in the state.

The Commissioner is also working to expand physician participation in the program. Last week, he conducted two grand rounds lectures with 300 physicians at teaching hospitals to dispel myths and reduce stigma in the medical community. Although more than 100 new doctors have signed up since the expansion began, only 700 of the 28,000 licensed physicians in New Jersey are currently registered to participate in the Department of Health’s Medicinal Marijuana program.

Marijuana needs to be descheduled at the federal level. Enough is enough.

Patients on #MedicalMarijuana deserve better.

Until then, we are stuck with: -Scant research funding -Limited to no access in hospitals/nursing homes -High costs for patientshttps://t.co/iJDmCHVjYF

— Shereef Elnahal, MD (@ShereefElnahal) July 13, 2018

Just last week, a New Jersey worker’s compensation judge ordered that Freehold Township must pay for its worker’s medical cannabis. This is a ground-breaking decision and one that will have great impacts on the future of assisting medical patients in the state.

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