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Vote Smart provides easy access to congressional and state voting records and maintains a collection of key votes grouped by issue. Vote Smart uses the following criteria to select key votes:

  1. The vote should be helpful in portraying how a member stands on a particular issue
  2. The vote should be clear for any person to understand
  3. The vote has received media attention
  4. The vote was passed or defeated by a very close margin
  5. Occasionally, if a specific bill is consistently inquired about on the Voter's Research Hotline, the vote will be added

Vote Smart provides a summary of the version of the bill text associated with each selected key vote. Our summaries are written by Vote Smart's staff and interns, who adhere to our strict policies and procedures in order to guarantee absolute impartiality and accuracy. They do not necessarily reflect the content of the final version of the bill, but rather the version voted on in that stage. While many procedural votes take place before a full chamber vote, our voting stages reflect the final reading of each chamber vote. Each key vote selection is reviewed by the project's community of advisors, who are political scientists and journalists from all fifty states.

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Date State Bill No. Title Outcome
May 15, 2025 WI SB 33 Classifies the Distribution of Deep Fake Intimate Content as a Class I Felony Bill Passed - Senate (33 - 0)
May 15, 2025 National HR 2255 Federal Law Enforcement Officer Service Weapon Purchase Act of 2025 Bill Passed - House (234 - 182)
May 15, 2025 National HR 2240 Improving Law Enforcement Officer Safety and Wellness Through Data Act Bill Passed - House (403 - 11)
May 15, 2025 CA AB 309 Extends the Authorization for Physicians and Pharmacists to Provide Hypodermic Needles and Syringes Without Prescription or Permit Indefinitely Bill Passed - House (54 - 15)
May 14, 2025 AL HB 202 Extends Immunity for Law Enforcement Officers Concurrence Vote Passed - House (73 - 28)
May 14, 2025 AL HB 202 Extends Immunity for Law Enforcement Officers Concurrence Vote Passed - House (73 - 28)
May 14, 2025 ME LD 163 Requires Health Insurance Coverage of Nonprescription Oral Contraceptives and Nonprescription Emergency Contraceptives "Ought to Pass" Report Adopted - Senate (21 - 13)
May 14, 2025 ME LD 702 Establishes and Designates January 6 as a Day to Remember "Ought to Pass" Report Adopted - Senate (20 - 14)
May 14, 2025 AL HB 202 Extends Immunity for Law Enforcement Officers Bill Passed - Senate (25 - 6)
May 14, 2025 AL HB 202 Extends Immunity for Law Enforcement Officers Bill Passed - Senate (25 - 6)
May 14, 2025 OR SB 959 Establishes that Having a Signal Jammer That Can Disrupt Alarm Systems is a Crime If It's Used to Break Into or Steal From a House or Building Bill Passed - House (47 - 5)
May 14, 2025 OR SB 1175 Establishes a Temporary Task Force on Removing Barriers to Jury Service Bill Passed - House (37 - 15)
May 14, 2025 NE LB 383 Requires Age Verification for Social Media Accounts Bill Passed - Senate (46 - 3)
May 14, 2025 NE LB 89 Defines "Male" and "Female" in State Law Targeted for K-12 or Collegiate Bathrooms, Sports Teams and Locker Rooms Bill Passed - Senate (33 - 15)
May 14, 2025 IA HF 1038 Authorizes Appropriations from the Opioid Settlement Fund Bill Passed - House (84 - 1)
May 14, 2025 CT SB 1446 Establishes Increased Fines for Roaming Dogs Bill Passed - Senate (34 - 2)
May 14, 2025 National HR 2243 Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act (LEOSA) Reform Act Bill Passed - House (229 - 193)
May 14, 2025 National H Res 352 Calling on elected officials and civil society leaders to counter antisemitism and educate the public on the contributions of the Jewish American community. Resolution Passed - House (421 - 1)
May 14, 2025 National H Res 352 Calling on elected officials and civil society leaders to counter antisemitism and educate the public on the contributions of the Jewish American community. Resolution Passed - House (421 - 1)
May 14, 2025 National HR 2243 Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act (LEOSA) Reform Act Bill Passed - House (229 - 193)
May 14, 2025 National HR 2215 Salem Maritime National Historical Park Redesignation and Boundary Study Act Bill Passed - House (382 - 31)
May 13, 2025 OR HB 3378 Requires Landlords to Provide Non-Digital Access Options to Rental Units Bill Passed - Senate (23 - 6)
May 13, 2025 OR HB 2933 Authorizes Amendments Made by the Oregon Criminal Justice Commission Relating to Sentencing Guidelines Bill Passed - Senate (17 - 11)
May 13, 2025 ME LD 702 Establishes and Designates January 6 as a Day to Remember "Ought to Pass" Report Adopted - House (74 - 65)
May 13, 2025 ME LD 163 Requires Health Insurance Coverage of Nonprescription Oral Contraceptives and Nonprescription Emergency Contraceptives "Ought to Pass" Report Adopted - House (73 - 69)
May 13, 2025 TX HB 413 Prohibits the Detainment of Pre-Trial Defendants for Longer Than Their Potential Punishment in Texas Bill Passed - House (115 - 23)
May 13, 2025 National H Con Res 30 Expressing support for local law enforcement officers. Joint Resolution Passed - House (411 - 1)
May 13, 2025 WI AB 43 Authorizes Pharmacists to Prescribe and Dispense Hormonal Contraceptive Patches Bill Passed - House (87 - 10)
May 13, 2025 TX HB 305 Amends the Time Period for Conducting Pretrial Hearings After a Criminal Defendant Has Been Restored to Competency Bill Passed - House (136 - 4)
May 13, 2025 TX HB 305 Amends the Time Period for Conducting Pretrial Hearings After a Criminal Defendant Has Been Restored to Competency Bill Passed - House (136 - 4)
May 13, 2025 TX HB 413 Prohibits the Detainment of Pre-Trial Defendants for Longer Than Their Potential Punishment in Texas Bill Passed - House (115 - 23)
May 12, 2025 MO SB 160 Reduces Hazing on College Campuses Conference Report Adopted - House (117 - 11)
May 12, 2025 OR SB 855 Requires the Oregon Racing Commission to Establish Civil Penalties for Failure to Comply With Laws and Rules of Racing Bill Passed - House (37 - 15)
May 12, 2025 OR SB 854 Authorizes the Oregon Racing Commission to Impose Civil Penalties for Unauthorized Wagers on Animal Racing Bill Passed - House (38 - 14)
May 12, 2025 OR SB 854 Authorizes the Oregon Racing Commission to Impose Civil Penalties for Unauthorized Wagers on Animal Racing Bill Passed - House (38 - 14)
May 12, 2025 TX SB 1257 Requires Health Benefit Plans That Provide Coverage for Gender Transition Procedures to Additionally Cover All Possible Adverse Consequences of the Procedure, Follow-Up Testing, and Any Procedures to Reverse the Procedure Bill Passed - House (87 - 58)
May 12, 2025 TX HB 229 Requires Government Entities that Collect Vital Statistics Information to Identify Each Individual as Either Male or Female Bill Passed - House (87 - 56)
May 12, 2025 LA SB 15 Authorizes Punishments to Jailers for Not Cooperating with ICE Bill Passed - Senate (28 - 10)
May 12, 2025 LA SB 15 Authorizes Punishments to Jailers for Not Cooperating with ICE Bill Passed - Senate (28 - 10)
May 9, 2025 MO SB 43 Amends Laws to Expand Protections for Children, Survivors of Abuse, and Crime Victims Concurrence Vote Passed - Senate (32 - 2)
May 8, 2025 SC S 156 Establishes a New Felony Offense of Fentanyl-Induced Homicide Conference Report Adopted - House (92 - 14)
May 8, 2025 SC S 156 Establishes a New Felony Offense of Fentanyl-Induced Homicide Conference Report Adopted - House (92 - 14)
May 8, 2025 SC S 156 Establishes a New Felony Offense of Fentanyl-Induced Homicide Conference Report Adopted - Senate (44 - 1)
May 8, 2025 SC S 156 Establishes a New Felony Offense of Fentanyl-Induced Homicide Conference Report Adopted - Senate (44 - 1)
May 8, 2025 SC S 29 Amends Laws on Sexual Exploitation of Minors Conference Report Adopted - Senate (45 - 0)
May 8, 2025 MO HB 147 Appropriates Funding for the State Sheriffs' Retirement System Concurrence Vote Passed - House (134 - 4)
May 8, 2025 NH SB 62 Authorizes Law Enforcement Officials to Enter into Agreements with ICE "Ought to Pass as Amended" Report Adopted - House (200 - 162)
May 8, 2025 NH SB 62 Authorizes Law Enforcement Officials to Enter into Agreements with ICE "Ought to Pass as Amended" Report Adopted - House (200 - 162)
May 8, 2025 OK SB 20 Requires CDL Holders to Understand English Bill Passed - House (74 - 15)
May 8, 2025 MO SB 43 Amends Laws to Expand Protections for Children, Survivors of Abuse, and Crime Victims Bill Passed - House (123 - 14)
May 8, 2025 OK HB 2673 Authorizes the Oklahoma Museum of Popular Culture to Count Pledges and Other Donations Toward Their Revolving Fund Bill Passed - Senate (28 - 18)
May 8, 2025 OR SB 856 Authorizes Officers and Employees of the Oregon Racing Commission to Place Bets or Wagers While Carrying Out Official Auditing Duties Bill Passed - House (50 - 4)
May 8, 2025 OR SB 856 Authorizes Officers and Employees of the Oregon Racing Commission to Place Bets or Wagers While Carrying Out Official Auditing Duties Bill Passed - House (50 - 4)
May 8, 2025 National HR 276 Gulf of America Act Bill Passed - House (211 - 206)
May 8, 2025 RI S 387 Requires the Installation of Universal Changing Stations in All Newly Constructed, Reconstructed or Remodeled Public Buildings (Senate Version) Bill Passed - Senate (35 - 0)
May 8, 2025 CT HB 6990 Classifies Digital Wallets as "Property" and Authorizes Law Enforcement to Seize Them as Assets in Criminal Cases Bill Passed - House (140 - 0)
May 8, 2025 CT HB 7132 Amends Certain Statutes for Traffic Stops Bill Passed - House (143 - 0)
May 8, 2025 CA SB 521 Expands the List of Offenses That Can Bar Someone From Public Employment Bill Passed - Senate (36 - 0)
May 7, 2025 AL HB 509 Prohibits Alabama State Agencies from Killing, Testing, or Restricting the Transfer of Game Breeder-Owned Cervids (Deer) Concurrence Vote Passed - House (102 - 1)
May 7, 2025 CO HB 25-1311 Prohibits Sports Betting Operators from Deducting Free Bets from Their Proceeds to Save Money on Taxes Concurrence Vote Passed - House (52 - 11)
May 7, 2025 SC H 3127 Repeals the Mandatory Minimum of 90 Days for a First Offense of Failure to Stop that Doesn't Involve Injury or Death Concurrence Vote Passed - House (95 - 14)
May 7, 2025 AL HB 509 Prohibits Alabama State Agencies from Killing, Testing, or Restricting the Transfer of Game Breeder-Owned Cervids (Deer) Concurrence Vote Passed - House (102 - 1)
May 7, 2025 CO HB 25-1309 Defines "Gender-Affirming Care" Into State Statute and Prohibits Health Insurance Providers from Denying or Limiting Such Care Concurrence Vote Passed - House (39 - 24)
May 7, 2025 CO HB 25-1259 Specifies Sperm Banks do not have to Remain in Close Contact with Donors Concurrence Vote Passed - House (42 - 22)
May 7, 2025 CO SB 25-072 Establishes Regulations Surrounding the Sale, Distribution, and Possession of Kratom in Colorado Concurrence Vote Passed - Senate (27 - 8)
May 7, 2025 CO SB 25-072 Establishes Regulations Surrounding the Sale, Distribution, and Possession of Kratom in Colorado Bill Passed - House (47 - 18)
May 7, 2025 OK SB 1027 Limits Petitions for Ballot Measures Bill Passed - House (70 - 21)
May 7, 2025 OK SB 418 Requires Certain Bathroom Gender Designations in Prisons and the Department of Corrections Bill Passed - House (77 - 15)
May 7, 2025 OK SB 418 Requires Certain Bathroom Gender Designations in Prisons and the Department of Corrections Bill Passed - House (77 - 15)
May 7, 2025 AL HB 165 Establishes Juneteenth as a State Holiday Bill Passed - Senate (13 - 5)
May 7, 2025 OK HB 1597 Establishes Misdemeanor Charges for Continuing to Approach First Responders Bill Passed - Senate (38 - 6)
May 7, 2025 NC SB 280 Authorizes School Administrators to Give Consent to Employees and Volunteers to Possess Handguns and Stun Guns on School Grounds Bill Passed - Senate (29 - 18)
May 7, 2025 NC HB 674 Establishes a Lifetime Concealed-Carry Permit Bill Passed - House (70 - 42)
May 7, 2025 OH HB 57 Authorizes K-12 Schools to Store and Use Opioid Reversal Drugs (Naloxone) Bill Passed - House (96 - 0)
May 7, 2025 NC SB 416 Prohibits Public Agencies from "Collecting, Disclosing, or Releasing Personal Information" About Individuals Associated with 501(c) Nonprofits, With Exceptions Allowed by State or Federal Law. Bill Passed - Senate (32 - 15)
Date No. Title Outcome
5/15 SB 33 Classifies the Distribution of Deep Fake Intimate Content as a Class I Felony Bill Passed - Senate (33 - 0)
5/15 HR 2255 Federal Law Enforcement Officer Service Weapon Purchase Act of 2025 Bill Passed - House (234 - 182)
5/15 HR 2240 Improving Law Enforcement Officer Safety and Wellness Through Data Act Bill Passed - House (403 - 11)
5/15 AB 309 Extends the Authorization for Physicians and Pharmacists to Provide Hypodermic Needles and Syringes Without Prescription or Permit Indefinitely Bill Passed - House (54 - 15)
5/14 HB 202 Extends Immunity for Law Enforcement Officers Concurrence Vote Passed - House (73 - 28)
5/14 HB 202 Extends Immunity for Law Enforcement Officers Concurrence Vote Passed - House (73 - 28)
5/14 LD 163 Requires Health Insurance Coverage of Nonprescription Oral Contraceptives and Nonprescription Emergency Contraceptives "Ought to Pass" Report Adopted - Senate (21 - 13)
5/14 LD 702 Establishes and Designates January 6 as a Day to Remember "Ought to Pass" Report Adopted - Senate (20 - 14)
5/14 HB 202 Extends Immunity for Law Enforcement Officers Bill Passed - Senate (25 - 6)
5/14 HB 202 Extends Immunity for Law Enforcement Officers Bill Passed - Senate (25 - 6)
5/14 SB 959 Establishes that Having a Signal Jammer That Can Disrupt Alarm Systems is a Crime If It's Used to Break Into or Steal From a House or Building Bill Passed - House (47 - 5)
5/14 SB 1175 Establishes a Temporary Task Force on Removing Barriers to Jury Service Bill Passed - House (37 - 15)
5/14 LB 383 Requires Age Verification for Social Media Accounts Bill Passed - Senate (46 - 3)
5/14 LB 89 Defines "Male" and "Female" in State Law Targeted for K-12 or Collegiate Bathrooms, Sports Teams and Locker Rooms Bill Passed - Senate (33 - 15)
5/14 HF 1038 Authorizes Appropriations from the Opioid Settlement Fund Bill Passed - House (84 - 1)
5/14 SB 1446 Establishes Increased Fines for Roaming Dogs Bill Passed - Senate (34 - 2)
5/14 HR 2243 Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act (LEOSA) Reform Act Bill Passed - House (229 - 193)
5/14 H Res 352 Calling on elected officials and civil society leaders to counter antisemitism and educate the public on the contributions of the Jewish American community. Resolution Passed - House (421 - 1)
5/14 H Res 352 Calling on elected officials and civil society leaders to counter antisemitism and educate the public on the contributions of the Jewish American community. Resolution Passed - House (421 - 1)
5/14 HR 2243 Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act (LEOSA) Reform Act Bill Passed - House (229 - 193)
5/14 HR 2215 Salem Maritime National Historical Park Redesignation and Boundary Study Act Bill Passed - House (382 - 31)
5/13 HB 3378 Requires Landlords to Provide Non-Digital Access Options to Rental Units Bill Passed - Senate (23 - 6)
5/13 HB 2933 Authorizes Amendments Made by the Oregon Criminal Justice Commission Relating to Sentencing Guidelines Bill Passed - Senate (17 - 11)
5/13 LD 702 Establishes and Designates January 6 as a Day to Remember "Ought to Pass" Report Adopted - House (74 - 65)
5/13 LD 163 Requires Health Insurance Coverage of Nonprescription Oral Contraceptives and Nonprescription Emergency Contraceptives "Ought to Pass" Report Adopted - House (73 - 69)
5/13 HB 413 Prohibits the Detainment of Pre-Trial Defendants for Longer Than Their Potential Punishment in Texas Bill Passed - House (115 - 23)
5/13 H Con Res 30 Expressing support for local law enforcement officers. Joint Resolution Passed - House (411 - 1)
5/13 AB 43 Authorizes Pharmacists to Prescribe and Dispense Hormonal Contraceptive Patches Bill Passed - House (87 - 10)
5/13 HB 305 Amends the Time Period for Conducting Pretrial Hearings After a Criminal Defendant Has Been Restored to Competency Bill Passed - House (136 - 4)
5/13 HB 305 Amends the Time Period for Conducting Pretrial Hearings After a Criminal Defendant Has Been Restored to Competency Bill Passed - House (136 - 4)
5/13 HB 413 Prohibits the Detainment of Pre-Trial Defendants for Longer Than Their Potential Punishment in Texas Bill Passed - House (115 - 23)
5/12 SB 160 Reduces Hazing on College Campuses Conference Report Adopted - House (117 - 11)
5/12 SB 855 Requires the Oregon Racing Commission to Establish Civil Penalties for Failure to Comply With Laws and Rules of Racing Bill Passed - House (37 - 15)
5/12 SB 854 Authorizes the Oregon Racing Commission to Impose Civil Penalties for Unauthorized Wagers on Animal Racing Bill Passed - House (38 - 14)
5/12 SB 854 Authorizes the Oregon Racing Commission to Impose Civil Penalties for Unauthorized Wagers on Animal Racing Bill Passed - House (38 - 14)
5/12 SB 1257 Requires Health Benefit Plans That Provide Coverage for Gender Transition Procedures to Additionally Cover All Possible Adverse Consequences of the Procedure, Follow-Up Testing, and Any Procedures to Reverse the Procedure Bill Passed - House (87 - 58)
5/12 HB 229 Requires Government Entities that Collect Vital Statistics Information to Identify Each Individual as Either Male or Female Bill Passed - House (87 - 56)
5/12 SB 15 Authorizes Punishments to Jailers for Not Cooperating with ICE Bill Passed - Senate (28 - 10)
5/12 SB 15 Authorizes Punishments to Jailers for Not Cooperating with ICE Bill Passed - Senate (28 - 10)
5/09 SB 43 Amends Laws to Expand Protections for Children, Survivors of Abuse, and Crime Victims Concurrence Vote Passed - Senate (32 - 2)
5/08 S 156 Establishes a New Felony Offense of Fentanyl-Induced Homicide Conference Report Adopted - House (92 - 14)
5/08 S 156 Establishes a New Felony Offense of Fentanyl-Induced Homicide Conference Report Adopted - House (92 - 14)
5/08 S 156 Establishes a New Felony Offense of Fentanyl-Induced Homicide Conference Report Adopted - Senate (44 - 1)
5/08 S 156 Establishes a New Felony Offense of Fentanyl-Induced Homicide Conference Report Adopted - Senate (44 - 1)
5/08 S 29 Amends Laws on Sexual Exploitation of Minors Conference Report Adopted - Senate (45 - 0)
5/08 HB 147 Appropriates Funding for the State Sheriffs' Retirement System Concurrence Vote Passed - House (134 - 4)
5/08 SB 62 Authorizes Law Enforcement Officials to Enter into Agreements with ICE "Ought to Pass as Amended" Report Adopted - House (200 - 162)
5/08 SB 62 Authorizes Law Enforcement Officials to Enter into Agreements with ICE "Ought to Pass as Amended" Report Adopted - House (200 - 162)
5/08 SB 20 Requires CDL Holders to Understand English Bill Passed - House (74 - 15)
5/08 SB 43 Amends Laws to Expand Protections for Children, Survivors of Abuse, and Crime Victims Bill Passed - House (123 - 14)
5/08 HB 2673 Authorizes the Oklahoma Museum of Popular Culture to Count Pledges and Other Donations Toward Their Revolving Fund Bill Passed - Senate (28 - 18)
5/08 SB 856 Authorizes Officers and Employees of the Oregon Racing Commission to Place Bets or Wagers While Carrying Out Official Auditing Duties Bill Passed - House (50 - 4)
5/08 SB 856 Authorizes Officers and Employees of the Oregon Racing Commission to Place Bets or Wagers While Carrying Out Official Auditing Duties Bill Passed - House (50 - 4)
5/08 HR 276 Gulf of America Act Bill Passed - House (211 - 206)
5/08 S 387 Requires the Installation of Universal Changing Stations in All Newly Constructed, Reconstructed or Remodeled Public Buildings (Senate Version) Bill Passed - Senate (35 - 0)
5/08 HB 6990 Classifies Digital Wallets as "Property" and Authorizes Law Enforcement to Seize Them as Assets in Criminal Cases Bill Passed - House (140 - 0)
5/08 HB 7132 Amends Certain Statutes for Traffic Stops Bill Passed - House (143 - 0)
5/08 SB 521 Expands the List of Offenses That Can Bar Someone From Public Employment Bill Passed - Senate (36 - 0)
5/07 HB 509 Prohibits Alabama State Agencies from Killing, Testing, or Restricting the Transfer of Game Breeder-Owned Cervids (Deer) Concurrence Vote Passed - House (102 - 1)
5/07 HB 25-1311 Prohibits Sports Betting Operators from Deducting Free Bets from Their Proceeds to Save Money on Taxes Concurrence Vote Passed - House (52 - 11)
5/07 H 3127 Repeals the Mandatory Minimum of 90 Days for a First Offense of Failure to Stop that Doesn't Involve Injury or Death Concurrence Vote Passed - House (95 - 14)
5/07 HB 509 Prohibits Alabama State Agencies from Killing, Testing, or Restricting the Transfer of Game Breeder-Owned Cervids (Deer) Concurrence Vote Passed - House (102 - 1)
5/07 HB 25-1309 Defines "Gender-Affirming Care" Into State Statute and Prohibits Health Insurance Providers from Denying or Limiting Such Care Concurrence Vote Passed - House (39 - 24)
5/07 HB 25-1259 Specifies Sperm Banks do not have to Remain in Close Contact with Donors Concurrence Vote Passed - House (42 - 22)
5/07 SB 25-072 Establishes Regulations Surrounding the Sale, Distribution, and Possession of Kratom in Colorado Concurrence Vote Passed - Senate (27 - 8)
5/07 SB 25-072 Establishes Regulations Surrounding the Sale, Distribution, and Possession of Kratom in Colorado Bill Passed - House (47 - 18)
5/07 SB 1027 Limits Petitions for Ballot Measures Bill Passed - House (70 - 21)
5/07 SB 418 Requires Certain Bathroom Gender Designations in Prisons and the Department of Corrections Bill Passed - House (77 - 15)
5/07 SB 418 Requires Certain Bathroom Gender Designations in Prisons and the Department of Corrections Bill Passed - House (77 - 15)
5/07 HB 165 Establishes Juneteenth as a State Holiday Bill Passed - Senate (13 - 5)
5/07 HB 1597 Establishes Misdemeanor Charges for Continuing to Approach First Responders Bill Passed - Senate (38 - 6)
5/07 SB 280 Authorizes School Administrators to Give Consent to Employees and Volunteers to Possess Handguns and Stun Guns on School Grounds Bill Passed - Senate (29 - 18)
5/07 HB 674 Establishes a Lifetime Concealed-Carry Permit Bill Passed - House (70 - 42)
5/07 HB 57 Authorizes K-12 Schools to Store and Use Opioid Reversal Drugs (Naloxone) Bill Passed - House (96 - 0)
5/07 SB 416 Prohibits Public Agencies from "Collecting, Disclosing, or Releasing Personal Information" About Individuals Associated with 501(c) Nonprofits, With Exceptions Allowed by State or Federal Law. Bill Passed - Senate (32 - 15)

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