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Maria Cantwell supports expanding legal immigration and asylum pathways. She has voted for comprehensive immigration reform that includes provisions for a path to citizenship for undocumented immigrants and has advocated for humane treatment of immigrants.
Maria Cantwell supports expanding legal immigration and asylum pathways. She has voted for comprehensive immigration reform that includes provisions for a path to citizenship for undocumented immigrants and has advocated for humane treatment of immigrants.
“Cover child resident aliens under Medicaid and SCHIP. (May 2005)”
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Cantwell supports maintaining strong national defense and security capabilities, advocating for policies that ensure the safety and security of the United States.
Cantwell supports maintaining strong national defense and security capabilities, advocating for policies that ensure the safety and security of the United States.
“$515B for military plus $89B off sequester for wars. (Oct 2015)”
Cantwell supports government intervention to support economic stability and growth, as evidenced by her votes for significant COVID relief packages and her advocacy for federal funding in various sectors.
Cantwell supports government intervention to support economic stability and growth, as evidenced by her votes for significant COVID relief packages and her advocacy for federal funding in various sectors.
“Voted YES on $900 billion COVID relief package. (Dec 2020)”
Maria Cantwell has consistently expressed strong support for legal access to abortion, identifying herself as "100% pro-choice". She has voted against restrictive abortion legislation and has advocated for increased access to family planning and contraceptive services.
Maria Cantwell has consistently expressed strong support for legal access to abortion, identifying herself as "100% pro-choice". She has voted against restrictive abortion legislation and has advocated for increased access to family planning and contraceptive services.
“100% pro choice. (Oct 2000)”
Cantwell has been a vocal advocate for federal action to cut emissions and has supported various environmental initiatives, including the introduction of the CLEAR Act, which aimed to cap and trade emissions.
Cantwell has been a vocal advocate for federal action to cut emissions and has supported various environmental initiatives, including the introduction of the CLEAR Act, which aimed to cap and trade emissions.
“Supports spending resources to stop Global Warming. (Sep 2000)”
Cantwell supports stricter firearms regulation, including background checks for all firearm sales and measures to close loopholes in gun laws.
Cantwell supports stricter firearms regulation, including background checks for all firearm sales and measures to close loopholes in gun laws.
“Co-sponsored background check for every firearm sale. (Jan 2019)”
Cantwell supports a larger government role in health coverage, advocating for more federal funding and access to healthcare services, including Medicaid.
Cantwell supports a larger government role in health coverage, advocating for more federal funding and access to healthcare services, including Medicaid.
“Supports More Federal Funding for Health Coverage. (Sep 2000)”
Cantwell has consistently supported increased federal funding for public schools and has been rated positively by education advocacy groups, indicating her commitment to improving public education.
Cantwell has consistently supported increased federal funding for public schools and has been rated positively by education advocacy groups, indicating her commitment to improving public education.
“Rated 100% by the NEA, indicating pro-public education votes. (Dec 2003)”
Cantwell has sponsored legislation aimed at expanding voter registration and access, indicating her support for broader voting rights and access to the ballot.
Cantwell has sponsored legislation aimed at expanding voter registration and access, indicating her support for broader voting rights and access to the ballot.
“Sponsored bill to expand voter registration and voter access. (Mar 2021)”
Cantwell has a strong record on civil rights, advocating for stronger protections against discrimination, including support for LGBTQ rights and affirmative action. She has been rated positively by various civil rights organizations.
Cantwell has a strong record on civil rights, advocating for stronger protections against discrimination, including support for LGBTQ rights and affirmative action. She has been rated positively by various civil rights organizations.
“Rated 89% by the HRC, indicating a pro-gay-rights stance. (Dec 2006)”
Cantwell has supported government authority to mandate public health measures, particularly in response to health crises, advocating for measures to protect public health.
Cantwell has supported government authority to mandate public health measures, particularly in response to health crises, advocating for measures to protect public health.
“Rated 100% by APHA, indicating a pro-public health record. (Dec 2003)”
Cantwell has expressed support for allowing states to decide on marijuana laws, indicating a mixed stance on drug reform. She has been rated positively by NORML for her position on marijuana legalization.
Cantwell has expressed support for allowing states to decide on marijuana laws, indicating a mixed stance on drug reform. She has been rated positively by NORML for her position on marijuana legalization.
“Rated A by NORML: let states decide marijuana law. (Aug 2024)”
Position extraction pending on 9 issues: Foreign Policy, Taxes, School Curriculum, Trade, Criminal Justice, Tech Regulation, Elections & Campaigns, Religion & Public Life, Disaster Response.
Sep 24, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
“Supports More Federal Funding for Health Coverage. (Sep 2000)”
Why: Cosponsoring the Affordability is Access Act directly supports the stated position by advocating for increased federal funding and access to healthcare services.
Sep 23, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
“Sponsored bill to expand voter registration and voter access. (Mar 2021)”
Why: Cosponsoring the Freedom from Intimidation in Elections Act directly supports the stated position of expanding voter registration and access, as it aims to protect voters from intimidation.
View source →Jul 14, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
“100% pro choice. (Oct 2000)”
Why: Cosponsoring the Let Doctors Provide Reproductive Health Care Act directly advances the stated position of supporting access to abortion and reproductive health care.
View source →Jun 24, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
“Sponsored bill to expand voter registration and voter access. (Mar 2021)”
Why: Cosponsoring the Right to Vote Act directly advances the stated position of expanding ballot access and protecting voting rights.
View source →Jun 8, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
“100% pro choice. (Oct 2000)”
Why: Cosponsoring the Freedom to Travel for Health Care Act directly supports the stated position by promoting access to abortion services.
View source →Apr 22, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
“Sponsored bill to expand voter registration and voter access. (Mar 2021)”
Why: Cosponsoring the Absentee and Mail Voter Protection Act directly advances the stated position of expanding ballot access and protecting voting rights.
View source →Apr 21, 2026 · Congress.gov
Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
“Supports spending resources to stop Global Warming. (Sep 2000)”
Why: Cosponsoring the Regional Ocean Partnerships Reauthorization Act directly supports environmental protection and regulation, aligning with the stated commitment to increased regulation and alternative energy.
View source →Sep 30, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
“Rated 89% by the HRC, indicating a pro-gay-rights stance. (Dec 2006)”
Why: Cosponsoring a resolution that recognizes Slavery Remembrance Day aligns with the advocacy for stronger protections against discrimination and civil rights.
View source →Sep 29, 2026 · Congress.gov
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5186; text: CR S5176-5177)
“Supports spending resources to stop Global Warming. (Sep 2000)”
Why: The resolution celebrates energy efficiency, which aligns with the stated position advocating for federal action to cut emissions, even though it is more symbolic than a direct policy change.
View source →Jul 28, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
“Cover child resident aliens under Medicaid and SCHIP. (May 2005)”
Why: The bill aims to provide temporary protected status for Haitians, which aligns with the support for expanding legal immigration pathways.
View source →Apr 30, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
“Supports spending resources to stop Global Warming. (Sep 2000)”
Why: Sponsoring a bill aimed at transparency in the transportation fuel market supports the broader goal of reducing emissions and promoting alternative energy, aligning with the stated position on climate.
View source →Apr 21, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
“Supports spending resources to stop Global Warming. (Sep 2000)”
Why: Cosponsoring the Energy Consumer Protection Act suggests support for regulations that align with her advocacy for increased regulation of oil markets and alternative energy research.
View source →Apr 21, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
“Supports More Federal Funding for Health Coverage. (Sep 2000)”
Why: Cosponsoring the Drug Deal Disclosure Act aligns with the stated position by promoting transparency in drug pricing, which can improve access to healthcare services.
View source →Mar 17, 2026 · Congress.gov
Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Hearings held.
“Supports More Federal Funding for Health Coverage. (Sep 2000)”
Why: Cosponsoring the Safe Step Act, which aims to improve access to healthcare by addressing step therapy protocols, aligns with the stated support for healthcare reform and increased access.
View source →Mar 10, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
“Supports More Federal Funding for Health Coverage. (Sep 2000)”
Why: Cosponsoring the AADAPT Act indicates support for health care reform and improving access, aligning with the stated position on increasing federal funding and establishing a public option.
View source →Mar 4, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
“Sponsored bill to expand voter registration and voter access. (Mar 2021)”
Why: The DISCLOSE Act aims to improve transparency in campaign finance, which aligns with broader voting rights and access initiatives, even if it does not directly expand voter registration.
View source →Most are procedural sponsorships or actions on issues where this figure hasn't publicly stated a position. Highest-signal entries shown first.
Jun 8, 2026 · Congress.gov
Held at the desk.
“Rated 100% by APHA, indicating a pro-public health record. (Dec 2003)”
Why: The measure's content could not be determined, as it is held at the desk and lacks specific details on its implications for public health.
View source →Sep 24, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Why: Tagged to Criminal Justice, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Sep 14, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (text: CR S4673-4674)
Why: Tagged to Trade, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Aug 6, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Why: Tagged to Taxes, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Aug 6, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
“Rated 100% by the NEA, indicating pro-public education votes. (Dec 2003)”
Why: Tagged to Education, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Jul 23, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
“Supports More Federal Funding for Health Coverage. (Sep 2000)”
Why: Tagged to Healthcare, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Jul 23, 2026 · Congress.gov
Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S4270-4271)
“Rated 89% by the HRC, indicating a pro-gay-rights stance. (Dec 2006)”
Why: Tagged to Civil Rights, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
Jul 23, 2026 · Congress.gov
Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on National Parks. Hearings held.
“Rated 89% by the HRC, indicating a pro-gay-rights stance. (Dec 2006)”
Why: Tagged to Civil Rights, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Jul 21, 2026 · Congress.gov
Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S4196-4197)
“Rated 89% by the HRC, indicating a pro-gay-rights stance. (Dec 2006)”
Why: Tagged to Civil Rights, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Jun 24, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
“Voted YES on $900 billion COVID relief package. (Dec 2020)”
Why: Tagged to Economy & Jobs, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Jun 24, 2026 · Congress.gov
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S3215-3216)
“Rated 89% by the HRC, indicating a pro-gay-rights stance. (Dec 2006)”
Why: Tagged to Civil Rights, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Jun 24, 2026 · Congress.gov
Motion to proceed to consideration of measure rejected in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 46 - 50. Record Vote Number: 199.
“Supports More Federal Funding for Health Coverage. (Sep 2000)”
Why: Tagged to Healthcare, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Jun 22, 2026 · Congress.gov
Motion to proceed to consideration of measure rejected in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 45 - 52. Record Vote Number: 190. (CR S3193)
“Rated 100% by the NEA, indicating pro-public education votes. (Dec 2003)”
Why: Tagged to Education, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Jun 17, 2026 · Congress.gov
Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
Why: Tagged to Disaster Response, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →May 20, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
“Supports More Federal Funding for Health Coverage. (Sep 2000)”
Why: Tagged to Healthcare, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →May 19, 2026 · Congress.gov
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 431.
“Supports More Federal Funding for Health Coverage. (Sep 2000)”
Why: Tagged to Healthcare, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →May 18, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
“Voted YES on $900 billion COVID relief package. (Dec 2020)”
Why: Tagged to Economy & Jobs, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →May 12, 2026 · Congress.gov
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2241; text: CR S2240-2241)
“Rated 89% by the HRC, indicating a pro-gay-rights stance. (Dec 2006)”
Why: Tagged to Civil Rights, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →May 12, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
“Supports More Federal Funding for Health Coverage. (Sep 2000)”
Why: Tagged to Healthcare, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →May 11, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Why: Tagged to Taxes, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Apr 15, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
“Voted YES on $900 billion COVID relief package. (Dec 2020)”
Why: Tagged to Economy & Jobs, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Mar 10, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
“Rated 100% by the NEA, indicating pro-public education votes. (Dec 2003)”
Why: Tagged to Education, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Mar 3, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Why: Tagged to Taxes, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Sep 30, 2026 · Congress.gov
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S5265-5266)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Sep 28, 2026 · Congress.gov
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5064-5065; text: CR S5074-5075)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Sep 24, 2026 · Congress.gov
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5020; text: CR S5008)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Sep 24, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Sep 23, 2026 · Congress.gov
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4958; text: CR S4951-4952)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Sep 22, 2026 · Congress.gov
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4790; text: CR S4799-4800)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Sep 16, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Sep 14, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Aug 6, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Jul 28, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Jul 23, 2026 · Congress.gov
Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Jul 23, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Jul 13, 2026 · Congress.gov
Star Print ordered on the resolution.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Jun 17, 2026 · Congress.gov
Held at the desk.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Jun 2, 2026 · Congress.gov
Cloture motion on the motion to proceed to the measure presented in Senate. (CR S4449)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Jun 2, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S8278-8279)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Jun 1, 2026 · Congress.gov
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2480; text: CR S2478-2479)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →May 19, 2026 · Congress.gov
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2381; text: CR S2380)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →May 11, 2026 · Congress.gov
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2205; text: CR S2203-2204)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →May 11, 2026 · Congress.gov
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2205; text: CR S2203)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Apr 30, 2026 · Congress.gov
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2160; text: CR S2180-2181)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Apr 28, 2026 · Congress.gov
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2076-2077; text: CR S2085)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Apr 28, 2026 · Congress.gov
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2076-2077; text: CR S2084-2085)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Apr 27, 2026 · Congress.gov
Held at the desk.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Apr 16, 2026 · Congress.gov
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1827; text: CR S1826)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Mar 26, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Mar 18, 2026 · Congress.gov
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1202; text: CR S1208-1209)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Mar 17, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Mar 17, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Mar 17, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 362.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Mar 12, 2026 · Congress.gov
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1051; text: CR S1051)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Mar 12, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Appropriations.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Mar 10, 2026 · Congress.gov
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 342.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Mar 5, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
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