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        <ExplanationTxt>GOVERNING DOCUMENTS DISCLOSURE EXPLANATION ALL GOVERNING DOCUMENTS, POLICIES AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS ARE AVAILABLE ON AMERICAN FOR EFFECTIVE LAW ENFORCEMENT, INC.'S WEBSITE.</ExplanationTxt>
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