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        <ExplanationTxt>The organization has members who have the power to elect members to the governing body. Only the Board of Directors handles governing decisions of the organization. The Board of Directors will be provided the opportunity to review the tax return prior to submission. The last three years tax returns are available for public inspection upon request.</ExplanationTxt>
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