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Call to Action - STOP 765kV Transmission Lines!
NEW OPPORTUNITY - Week of April 27-30, 2026
If you wish to participate and have not yet, please do so asap.
Support for Kevin Kennedy's Motion for Continuance
Bell County East to Big Hill 765kV
Docket Control #59475
This survey is intended for the concerned residents near the Bell County East to Big Hill 765kV application, docket control #59475, including intervenors and protestors.
Kevin needs to finalize the list of supporting names by 8:00am on Tuesday, 4/28/26.
You can find the survey here - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScEH-jo8bS9wflKJY5Su6SmjBz87h1T1cLu44mw3gFyc5w7xg/viewform?usp=publish-editor
WHAT: Last week’s PUC ruling on Kevin Kennedy’s docket 59182 appeal changed the landscape for all 59475 (Bell County East to Big Hill) notified landowners. The Commission recognized that “Import Path 2” should be treated as one connected project, not two separate transmission line applications. This strengthens the argument that landowners affected by the Bell County East to Big Hill project (59475) have a justiciable interest in the Big Hill to Sand Lake proceeding (59182) as well.
Because of that, Kevin is filing a Motion for Continuance in the Big Hill to Sand Lake docket, along with a petition showing the names of landowners who support that request.
WHY: Why This Matters
Rather than isolated individual letters, attaching a strong list of supporting landowners can help demonstrate to the ALJ that this is not just one person raising concerns, it reflects a broader due process issue affecting many directly impacted families.
Many landowners were not given a meaningful opportunity to participate in the western half of the project, despite the clear connection between the two segments. This motion asks the court to recognize that reality and allow proper participation before decisions move forward.
HOW: How to Show Support
If you would like your name included on the petition attached to Kevin’s Motion, please fill out this form which will ask for:
• Your full legal name
• Your property address
By adding your name, you are supporting Kevin’s request for a fair opportunity to be heard and helping ensure that the full impact of the Import Path 2 project is properly considered before the western segment moves forward.
IMPORTANT;
ONGOING CALL TO ACTION - EASIER THAN YOU THINK
The Bell County East to Big Hill 765kV application is Docket Control #59475
* If everyone will send these link and Steps to 10 family members and friends to ask them to submit to the docket in opposition of this line, we could make a huge dent *
PUBLIC COMMENT of PROTEST - In less than 10 minutes, you can submit (online) a Letter of Protest Against Oncor & LCRA TSC Bell County East to Big Hill 765kV Transmission Project
Docket Control #59475 Anyone may submit a Comment Form
Two-step process takes less than 10 mintues.
Step 1. Fill out the online form which creates your Comment Letter to PUCT by using this link: https://form.jotform.com/261028071984156
Your letter will immediately be emailed to you. Save the file on your computer.
CONTINUE TO STEP 2
Step 2. Next, upload your Comment Letter to PUCT using their online Filer:
https://interchange.puc.texas.gov/filer
Note, you can upload the auto-generated letter, or a Comment Letter which you typed, or even an image of your letter. the "filer" accepts various file types.
You can also view a short tutorial video with instructions on how to submit your comment at https://vimeo.com/1125636396
HELP TIPS if you get stuck:
- The Control Number is 59475 (no need to toggle the "new" or "confidential" options).
- All the contact and filing party information should be YOUR information.
- Filing description suggestion: "Protest Letter from *your* County" (example: "Protest Letter from Burnet County"
VIEW LCRA Interactive Map HERE
If you would prefer to type up your own Comment Letter, and mail to PUCT?
- Sample Letter to the PUC - please take action NOW
AND Remember, we also encourage EVERYONE to write your Legislators
- Guide to Writing Legislators - please take action NOW
- Contact Info for Key U.S., STATE, LOCAL Legislators
CHECK THIS OUT! NIFTY TOOL to write your State Rep and State Senator: Molly Vogt with American Energy Institute has created a wonderful new app tool CLICK here. It has a pre-formed but editable letter, and when you fill out your information, including your zip code, it will send the letter out to your State Representative and State Senator (based on the zip code).
If you have any questions or need help with the online process, you know where to find me!
Mia Sarot
Hill Country Land & Legacy Alliance
(512) 790-0799
Stop the Bell County East -Big Hill 765 kV Transmission line
Texas Can Do Better than this!
Protect our Waterways, Wildlife, our Health, Safety
Save the San Saba River from largest power line (765KV) https://youtu.be/08SrpsjfzbM?si=Ob9fkF8uhGLRD4VR
Friends of the San Saba www.friendsofthesansaba.org
Video Playlist on YouTube https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRFohd01H8S4rYekQ_srgz7isEY-2TW5e&si=SKM29n4u7KCQaiD2
Two Hundred Miles of Greed Anthem, by CN and JN. Segment I1 Landowners, including The Ranches at Blackbuck Ridge, Burnet County, Texas; are asking PUCT, Oncor, and LCRA to reroute the transmission lines, and use existing utility corridors or main road. We seek to preserve our pristine ranches and Texas Hill Country. #stop765kv #stop765
Produced by Clare Elaine Nelson, Burnet Co Resident
STOP: Bell County East - Big Hill 765kV Transmison Lines
We can all have an influence - Action Item
CALL TO ACTION - Neighbors please send your concerns to our Representatives - State, Local, Federal
AND Remember, we also encourage EVERYONE to write your Legislators
- Guide to Writing Legislators - please take action NOW
- Contact Info for Key U.S., STATE, LOCAL Legislators
CHECK THIS OUT! NIFTY TOOL to write your State Rep and State Senator: Molly Vogt with American Energy Institute has created a wonderful new app tool CLICK here. It has a pre-formed but editable letter, and when you fill out your information, including your zip code, it will send the letter out to your State Representative and State Senator (based on the zip code).
Molly Vogt with American Energy Institute has created a wonderful new app located here. It has a pre-formed but editable letter, and when you fill out your information, including your zip code, it will send the letter out to your State Representative and State Senator (based on the zip code). This is a fantastic way for us to reach out and give our representatives the information they need to support us. And all your friends and family can do the same!
WRITING A LETTER OF CONCERN is more SIMPLE than you think
Writing a letter to your legislators is a foundational aspect of participatory democracy, and one of the most direct ways for citizens to influence the legislative process. Legislators are elected to represent the views of their constituents, and they rely on communication from home to inform their voting decisions.
Hill Country LLA has assembled a guide to help you compose your letter when you have writers block, complete with key points. Please take a look, and reach out to us if you have any questions.
CLICK HERE for TOOLS and HOW TO https://www.hillcountrylla.org/get-involved
- Sample Letter to the PUC
- Guide to Writing Legislators
- Contact Info for Key Legislators
- Upcoming deadlines & meeting details
NEW! 391 Commission - formed Feb 2026
Burnet Highland Lakes Sub-regional Planning Committe
WEB SITE https://www.highlandlakes391.com/
Burnet County and city of Burnet join forces to battle state transmission lines project
Purpose: Chapter 391 enables local governments (counties, cities) to form commissions to coordinate regional planning, health, and safety. STRENGTH in NUMBERS, HOWEVER, the Residents of Burnet County still need to write letters and attend meetings more than ever.
Articles:
- https://www.highlandernews.com/article/5211,commission-forms-to-oppose-power-line
- https://www.highlandernews.com/article/5114,alliance-forming-to-fight-power-line#:~:text=The%20Burnet%20County%20Commissioners%20Court,contact%20nearby%20government%20entities%20that
- https://www.dailytrib.com/2026/02/25/burnet-county-and-city-of-burnet-join-forces-to-battle-state-transmission-line-project/
See recent letter below from Texas State Representative Wes Virdell to PUC
Follow on FB - STOP: Bell County East -Big Hill 765 kV - Public Group on FB
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1766224283991334
For Meetings & Workshops Schedules visit website – www.StopThisLine.com
Watch the RECORDED County Meetings -
Burnet Co Workshops are LIVE STREAMED and RECORDED on youtube channel
Burnet County Govt YouTube Channel , the commissioners use often to broadcast meetings.
Burnet County Neighbors – we are at a major crossroads for the future of our county.
As many of you have likely heard by now, we have some major high power transmission lines planned for the northern half of Burnet County. The impacts extend far beyond the properties they traverse. Transmission infrastructure will shape what kinds of development follow, including data centers and large-scale battery storage, which could permanently change the landscape and character of the county. So the time to advocate locally is now, before these lines put a big target on our area.
Over the next few months, the Hill Country Land & Legacy Alliance will be hosting a few community presentations to help people better understand the high-voltage transmission lines proposed for Burnet County. These presentations are not about advocating for or against any specific segment. The goal is simply to share clear, factual information, explain the broader risks and implications, and help people understand how to stay informed and engaged, so to encourage responsible infrastructure growth that aligns with community values. For additional details please visit website – www.StopThisLine.com
The Burnet County Commissioners Court will also be hosting at least one event, possibly more. Details on that below, along with the events HCL&LA are hosting.
BE INFORMED, GET INVOLVED - A Schedule of Workshops, Community Meetings, Protests can be found at Hill Country Land & Legacy Alliance "Get Involved" Page
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We voice the concerns of thousands whose lives and land would be harmed, invaded, displaced, disconnected, or disregarded in the name of a project that would not serve the residents in the proposed routes in NE Burnet County, and would risk far too much.
OUR COMMUNITIES ARE NOT FOR SALE. INFRASTRUCTURE SHOULD UPLIFT COMMUNITIES - NOT DIVIDE THEM.
CALL TO ACTION - Neighbors please send your concerns to our Representatives - State, Local, Federal - contact info is below. scroll down to read neighbors' concerns
From a Joppa Neighbor June 27, 2025
Just wanted to give a quick update on the hectic week we have all experienced with this issue.
We wrote Ms. Troxclair's office and immediately heard back. Even though she voted for the energy bill two years ago, she "did not realize the impact or how it would be carried out"
We also heard favorably from her office after Austin made public comments at the Commissioner's Court on Tuesday. She is proposing to the Governor that this item be placed on the agenda of the Special Session of the Legislature convening July 21 for further discussion.
I FEEL THIS IS THE BEST SOLUTION FOR ALL BURNET COUNTY RESIDENTS.
You can also contact Ms. Troxclair at www.house.texas.gov.
We also have contacted State Senator Flores, Governor Abbott, State Ag Commissioner Sid Miller and others in the Federal Government.
In addition, as land owners prepare to file a protest to the Public Utilities Commission in December, please note there is an existing high voltage power line running parallel to all proposed routes in our area. It is between Route "A" and "B". You can view this route on the LCRA interactive map. We are going to make the case that PUC should route the new voltage line along side the existing power line in the existing corridor. I believe should we fail at the legislative level, this is the best course of action for all our community.
Thanks all!
Resourcs, Websites, Interviews of Interest
LCRA Interactive Map HERE
View LCRA Interactive Map here, or you can view the Oncor Interactive Map here.
Hill Country Land & Legacy Alliance
Hill Country Land & Legacy Alliance "Get Involved" Page
NEW! 391 Commission - formed Feb 2026
Burnet Highland Lakes Sub-regional Planning Committe
WEB SITE https://www.highlandlakes391.com/
Follow on FB - STOP: Bell County East -Big Hill 765 kV - Public Group on FB
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1766224283991334
American Stewards of Liberty
https://americanstewards.us/issues/765-power-lines/
https://youtu.be/iRwBi5t8rVs?si=QdL6IijrW5CEGQ5R
view American Energy Works Molly Vogt Interviews at https://www.obbmnetwork.tv/series/american-energy-works-208207
Molly interviews Clare Nelson on 765 KV Transmission Lines. 200 Miles of Greed https://www.obbmnetwork.tv/media/aew8-765-kv-transmission-lines-200-miles-of-greed-american-energy-works-676055
Molly interviews Dr Brent Bennett with TPPF on Infrastructure Costs
Molly interviews Dr Brent Bennet w TPPF - 5 Years after Winter Storm Uri- Less Reliable, More Exposed
Margaret Byfield with American Stewards of Liberty
https://youtu.be/3vef3PyVHp8?si=PPKJSd2cxWOWAjQK
https://youtube.com/shorts/7-_RGfv-yDs?si=a_3AONbtxMxxHQ6H
765kV Transmission Line to Cross Burnet County Precinct 2
LETTER TO PUC from Texas State Representative Wes Virdell
just submitted a really powerful and moving letter opposing the transmission lines to the PUC (his second to be added to the docket). I am very impressed by his stance, and I hope that his bold message will encourage other leaders to be strong against this, as well.
See his Facebook Page Post https://www.facebook.com/wesvirdellfortexas
I sent a letter to the Public Utility Commission regarding its planned eminent domain of hill country properties for massive power lines.
I will post the language here and a link in the comments to the official letter. Citizens need to make their voices heard or we will all lose...except for the private corporations profiting off of this... They will profit handsomely.
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To the Commissioners of the Public Utility Commission,
I am writing to express my great disappointment and firm opposition to the plan to run the largest power lines in Texas through the Hill Country using eminent domain. Let me be clear: this is not a necessary evil; it is a choice to use the power of the government to sidestep the free market and steal land from Texas citizens.
The only reason to choose eminent domain is because the state knows it cannot win in a fair negotiation. It knows it would have to pay a reasonable price for easements, compensate for the devalued property, and face the unified objection of Hill Country residents. Eminent domain is an egregious act being weaponized by private companies who use the government as a tool for theft.
Every person with a moral compass should be fighting against this. I can only assume that anyone assisting in this process would loudly object if it were their own land on the line. At some point, we need leaders who will quit being "yes men" and start saying, "Not on my watch!"
We saw this same failure of courage during the COVID-19 pandemic, when so many bowed to corrupt mandates that violated human rights and destroyed businesses. I hope we have learned from that mistake. I truly hope people will stand up now instead of taking a knee. We cannot idly sit by while any government tramples on the rights of its citizens.
Life, Liberty, and Property. These are the building blocks of our country. To advocate for the theft of property is to stand against the very moral fiber upon which this nation was built. The PUCT must take a step back and reevaluate whether it wants to be an agent of progress or an agent of theft against its own citizens.
I have seen the free market work. I watched Florida Power & Light use it to install powerlines in my home county, and it worked great. The free market is a proven solution; it just costs more in the short term than stealing land. In the long term, the theft of property costs our entire country, as it dooms us to failure and destroys all confidence in a government meant to protect our rights.
I implore you to look at existing corridors and utilize the free market. Take this letter and the will of the people seriously before you trample on the rights of your fellow Texans. If you want this country to be here for our grandchildren, it is imperative that you protect every citizen’s rights to life, liberty, and property.
Respectfully,
Wes Virdell
State Representative, HD53
View the June 24th Burnet Count Commissioners Meeting
https://www.youtube.com/live/bbFrtwyW3_Q?si=zZ7I1zWoaDrPRytD
Bell County East to Big Hill 765-kV Transmission Project
Contact our State, Local, Federal Representatives
This is a long, laborious task, but if many, many, many of us voice our concerns, we can have an impact.
Links to our Contacts - PLEASE WRITE THEM ASAP WITH YOUR CONCERNS.
Public Utility Commission of Texas William B. Travis Building |
1701 N. Congress Ave, Suite 7-110, Austin, TX 78701
512-936-7000 Contact Us
U.S. House, District 31 John Carter (R) (202) 225-3864
https://carter.house.gov/contact/
Texas Senate, District 24 Pete Flores (R) (512) 463-0124
Texas State Senator Pete Flores- District 24 512-463-0124
The Honorable Pete Flores Contact https://senate.texas.gov/member.php?d=24
PO Box 12068, Capitol Station, Austin, TX 78711 Phone: 512-463-0124
Texas House, District 19 Ellen Troxclair (R) (512) 463-0490
Texas State Representative Ellen Troxclair-District 19
Contact https://house.texas.gov/members/member-page/?district=19
PO Box 2910, Austin, TX 78768 Phone: 512-463-0190
Texas State Representative, Terry Wilson, Dist. 20 (formerly our state rep. and owns property in Burnet County). PO Box 2910, Austin, TX 78768; 512-463-0309
U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R) (202) 224-2934
https://www.cornyn.senate.gov/contact-john-cornyn/
U.S. Senator Ted Cruz (R) (202) 224-5922
https://www.cruz.senate.gov/contact
Central Texas office 300 E. 8th, Suite 961 central_texas@cruz.senate.gov
Austin, TX 78701 central _texas@cruz. senate.gov (remove the spaces
Phone number (512) 916-5834 Email Us
Governor of Texas Greg Abbott (R) (512) 463-2000
Governer Abbott https://gov.texas.gov/contact
https://gov.texas.gov/apps/contact-form/contactus?contact=8589425
Lt. Governor Dan Patrick (R) (512) 463-0001
The Texas Lieutenant Governor Message Line: (512) 463-5342
The Texas Lieutenant Governor Office Line: (512) 463-0001.
Texas Attorny General Ken Paxton
https://www.texasattorneygeneral.gov/contact-us
Speaker of the Texas House Dustin Burrows (R) (512) 463-1000
https://house.texas.gov/members/3055
State Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller
https://texasagriculture.gov/Home/Contact-Us
Burnet County Commissioners contact info for each is listed down below
https://www.burnetcountytexas.org/page/commcourt.home
Burnet County Judge Bryan Wilson
countyjudge@burnetcountytexas.org
Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. commissionerpct1@burnetcountytexas.org
m. 512-715-4112; 512-715-5233
Precinct 2 Damon Beierle dbeierle@burnetcountytexas.org
m. 512-715-2611; o. 512-585-8215
Damon: https://www.burnetcountytexas.org/page/comm.pct2
Damon:
Precinct 3 Billy Wall commissionerpct3@burnetcountytexas.org
m. 512-715-5236; 830-265-0483
Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery jdockery@burnetcountytexas.org
m. 512-715-5235; 512-715-2911
Pls join the fight - read below to learn how
PLEASE DO NOT POST THIS ON SOCIAL MEDIA without first speaking with Tom Green
Just some info to share to see if it might help re-invigorate an “after the flooding” interest in the 765.
Will welcome your thoughts, and also your sharing where you think appropriate.
Please, those who are interested in joining, connect with me in some way. Please make doing so a priority.
Like many of you, the floods have detoured me away from the 765 (and other) topics for a good while. And while it will be a long flood recovery process, there are other things, important as well, that will need attention. One of those is the 765. I hope to be getting back into those issues soon🤞
Stuff below is an FYI for each of us to consider. I welcome additional info, suggestions, corrections/clarifications where they may be needed, and help of any sort. Apologies for the length, but it’s a pretty quick read.
A. Some stuff you may already know.
1. Policy. The PUCT policy (rules?) is for new transmission lines to follow existing ones to the extent doable. Obviously, it appears such was ignored by LCRA/Oncor. Michael Smith has done an excellent job of illustrating this basic fault.
2. Judges. The PUCT “judges” which hear the cases once they have been filed are “reported to be” (by one in-the-loop source) more receptive to citizen input than in times prior. Not sure how to calibrate that report at this point.
3. Filing schedule. The case in which we are interested is scheduled to be filed in December, at which point the legal process begins.
4. Pre-registration. To participate in that process, you must have registered prior. I haven’t seen a “deadline,” but I am told the sooner the better.
5. Community and beyond. It seems to me this is not an individual property owner issue, but indeed a community and beyond issue. It needs help of various kinds from various sources.
B. Some stuff you may not know.
1. Standing. If you got a notice, you have standing.
2. Early birds. Better chance for a good outcome if you lobby early, BEFORE the official filing scheduled for December. “Work the PUCT early.”
3. What is early? I am told September is optimal to start, which should give time to start preparing.
4. Lawyers. Lawyers in this specialty are very limited in number. Waiting may mean no option… except representing ourselves. Thoughts welcomed.
5. Experts. Ditto for the experts (e.g., environmental, property values, etc.)
6. Aesthetics. Even if the line does not cross or border our land (which is my case), there will be a significant aesthetic impact.This impact is not only day, but also nights… lots of blinking red lights.
7. Duty to protect the public. As a professional engineer, by law I am entrusted in my practice to protect health, safety, property, and welfare of the public. This obligation supersedes even the “preferences” of a client. I take this duty seriously.
8. Environmental risks. One of my biggest personal 765 concerns is protecting against the so very real environmental risks that affect the above things that we as professional engineers are obligated to protect.
9. PE standing? Even if I had not received a notice, those professional obligations I am told could qualify my standing.
10. EMF harms. Many studies have shown these ELF EMFs injure, disorient, and eventually destroy bee colonies. That result is not just limited to the right of way (i.e., the bees fly into the ROW from our properties).
11. Bees destruction. Bee populations are under assault in these United States. Studies have shown a drop in population by 62%. Enough said. (Yes, there are other causes in addition to EMF.)
12. Food supply. If pollinators become scarce, so will natural foods, pretty much of any kind. It is, after all, a natural system of co-dependency. Harming our pollinators affects me and my family, even if I am way distant from the power line itself.
13. Livestock. Turns out bees are classified in TX as livestock. Property.
14. Beyond bees. And yes, there are other species harmed, both plants and animals.
15. Return to 765. When I get back to 765 activities more heavily, I intend to pursue possibilities via federal, EPA, Sierra Club, whatever… to see what avenues may open up for their help. Help would be welcomed.
16. Other solutions. Technology solutions which are more efficient and safer than any current power production means (coal, natural gas, nuclear, wind, solar) will likely be in place by the time the xmission lines are finished, supplanting the need for them entirely.
17. Dicey. This technology item is a little dicey for me since I am under an NDA, but I can share the following, which is pseudo public information.
18. Overseas. The technology was created overseas. Its country of origin has just completed its very exhaustive analysis and testing to assure safety is not an issue.
19. Pilot plants. The first pilot plant is scheduled to come on line in the country of origin in 2026. The second pilot plant is scheduled to come on line in our home state in 2027. The third pilot plant is scheduled to come on line somewhere on Europe in 2028.
20. Beyond the pilots. Scaling and mass production are scheduled to start in 2030 (the same year the 765
is to come on line). Possibly in our state.
21. Legal fees. I am told by one attorney to expect legal fees in the 20-30k range for whatever size group was represented. Another attorney gave info that would be 2-3X that sum. Neither includes experts’ fees.
22. How to pay. Before the flood, I had toyed with the idea of covering most of the legal and expert fees myself. That is no longer an option, so we would need to join the process together.
Please, those who are interested in joining, connect with me in some way. Please make doing so a priority.
And if you are not interested or have neither the time nor money to help, I totally understand. Letting me know that would be helpful just the same.
And either way, please share my above FYIs with others in our community.
Cell: 512-940-0484
Email: greenacres7935@aol.com
Blessings to all,
Tom Green
765kV Transmission Line to Cross Burnet County Precinct 2
Bell County East to Big Hill 765-kV Transmission Project
- Towers average 1100 feet apart if in straight line; shorter distances between towers the more turns.
- Lines are up to 200 feet in width
- 100 feet easements on each side, so total of 400 ft easement | footprint.
- "footprint" cannot be closer than 100 feet to a home.
Preliminary Routing
The study area for the new transmission line includes portions of Bell, Burnet, Concho, Coryell, Lampasas, Llano, Mason, McCulloch, Menard, Milam. San Saba, Schleicher, Tom Green and Williamson counties. The new line will connect LCRA TSC’s new 765-kV Big Hill Substation planned for Schleicher County (which will be constructed adjacent to LCRA TSC’s existing 345-kV Big Hill Substation) to Oncor’s existing Bell County East Switch in Bell County. The proposed project end points are about 199 miles apart. Read more HERE
LCRA site - maps, interactive map, information. On LCRA's page, scroll down to get to maps and their INTERACTIVE MAP tool.
Interactive mapping tool: Zoom in and out on aerial imagery that depicts preliminary alternate transmission line route segments and property line information obtained from the county appraisal district. Note: High-speed internet is recommended.
San Antonio to Fort Sockton
Link: https://www.aep.com/news/stories/view/10165/
more to come ...
The road ahead - 765kV transmission lines in Texas
Glen Rose to Forsan
Oncor Electric is planning to build a large transmission line that will run from Glen Rose to Forsan Texas, and all of the proposed routes go through parts of the Big Country.
High Voltage 765 kV Power Line Noise
Indiana
The sounds of silence - NOT!
Indiana
Oncor Electric is planning to build a large transmission line that will run from Glen Rose to Forsan Texas, and all of the proposed routes go through parts of the Big Country.
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