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Contact us for questions or let us know solutions/tips your business is incorporating during this time.Contact Eileen at [email protected] or 646-3246

HELPFUL LINKS

Resources to help you and your teamssafely and successfully transition

to a remote work environmentusing Zoom

http://www.guamwomenschamber.com/covid-19/

Guam’s COVID-19 Trajectory


GSA COVID-19 FAQ’s


COVID-19 Small Business Resources


OSHA Guidance on PreparingWorkplaces for COVID-10


Home school Hacks:Have your child fill out their own schedule that is similar to their regular week. Instead of sport classes you can have them take a walk around the house, JustDance, home yoga, or other activities they love! Also, set a timer for the time duration of each class. Start your day by laying out all items they need to succeed for each class period. This may be having them set up on Google Classroom, printing out activities in advance for them to work on, etc. This is helpful for elementary to high school students!

Home School Tools


http://www.guamwomenschamber.com/covid-19/Prospering Woman: A Complete Guide to Achieving the Full, Abundant Lifeby Ruth RossShowing women how to overcome internalized beliefs that are barriers to prosperity, an experienced therapist offers self-tests, visualizations, meditations, affirmations, and real-life examples to help women connect with their deepest desires and realize their dreams.

Book of the Week

all information can be found on our website at www.guamwomenschamber.com

VIDEOS

Matson PSA


A Message from our GWCC President


GOP Senators Unveil Small BusinessEmergency Economic Relief Plan


Matson: Weekly shipment remainsuninterrupted;

Goods will arrive as scheduled


Tools for Online Working

LOOM Tutorialhttp://www.guamwomenschamber.com/covid-19/

ZOOM Tutorialhttp://www.guamwomenschamber.com/covid-19/


ARTICLES

Governor Proposes 'Immediate Relief'for Guam's Businesses

Impacted by Coronavirus Tension


Food Safety and Coronavirus:A Comprehensive Guide


Businesses Adjust for COVID-19


How to Rescue Main Streetfrom Coronavirus

Before It’s Too Late


The Guam Visitors Bureau would like to reach out to our industry partners to better understand and assess the impacts of the COVID-19 virus on your company. This information is crucial and may be used for potential assistance and mitigation efforts. Please note that any information provided will be reported in aggregate to avoid any proprietary exposure of business operations.

Guam Visitors BureauCOVID-19 Industry Impact Survey



10 FREE LEARNING WEBSITESFOR KIDS

Switcheroo Zoowww.switcheroozoo.com

Watch, listen and play games to learn all aboutamazing animals!

Fun Brainwww.funbrain.com

Play games while practicingmath and reading skills.

Nat Geo for Kidswww.kids.nationalgeographic.com

Learn all about geographyand fascinating animals.

PBS Kidswww.pbskids.org

Hang out with your favorite charactersall while learning!

Into the Bookwww.reading.ecb.org

Go “into the book” to play gamesthat practice reading strategies.

Star Fallwww.starfall.com

Practice your phonics skillswith these read-along stories.

Seussvillewww.seussville.com

Read, play games, and hang outwith Dr. Seuss and his friends.

Storyline Onlinewww.storylineonline.net

Have some of your favorite storiesread to you by movie stars!

ABC YAwww.abcya.com

Practice math and reading skillsall while playing fun games!

Highlights Kidswww.highlightskids.comRead, play games, and conduct

cool science experiments!

Here’s a list of some fun, educational, and safe websitesfor your child to visit and explore during quarantine!

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Working from Home ToolsSome resources to help keep a team connected with seamless operations:

1. Hardware and Internet Access. Every member of the team must have an appropriate device to support working remotely as well as internet access.

2. Microsoft Office. SharePoint: every member of the team has a work plan that is managed on SharePoint. In SharePoint, each team member has a bucket in which their projects, assignments, and tasks are entered. Projects can be monitored and progress updated as needed. SharePoint also integrates with Microsoft Teams which allows for teams to interact on a shared project.

3. TeamViewer. This program is important to allow select team members remote access to files on the work computer. This access is password protected and should only be distributed to key members of the team.

4. Zoom. This program is used for team meetings. A different link will need to be developed for different committees or groups. This allows for all members to be present and supports a virtual F2F interaction. The host will be able to control the microphone and video options. This is also useful for training, webinars, and other group centric activities.

5. Digital Signatures. Using Adobe Reader or DocuSign confidential forms have this feature embedded. The lowest form of technology in this regard is to print, sign, scan, and email.

6.Communication. Despite all the savvy technology, it is vital to have strong communication lines in place. We have to be reminded that beyond email, we can pick up the phone and call people.

7. Stay ahead. I have my team think in future tense. The questions: a) Who are our customers? b) What will their future needs be? c) What technology will we use to fill those needs? d) What is the timeframe to address the future needs?

Source: Dr. Annette Taijeron Santos, Dean of the University of Guam School of Business and Public Administration.


Ajisen RamenApplebee’s

ArashiBenii

CappricciosaChef InasalCrab Daddy

Eggs n’ ThingsFuji Ichiban

Hide YakitoriHive Guam

InfusionKadu

King’s RestaurantLee Garden (Agat and Tumon)

Ma’s KitchenMai Thai

Meskla Dos (Across Kmart Only)Mi Dahm

Olive GardenPieology

Ruby TuesdaySakura Kitchen

Sushi RockThree Squares

List highly subject to change - please check directly with individual restaurants to confirm opening.Note that restaurants with multiple locations may have different open hours and closure notices.

RESTAURANTS TAKEOUT OR

DELIVERY

ANZhttps://www.anz.com.au/promo/covid-19/

Bank of Guamhttps://www.bankofguam.com/covid-19.html

Bank of Hawaiihttps://www.boh.com/covid-19-main-page

BankPacifichttps://bankpacific.com/

Coast360 Federal Credit Unionhttp://www.coast360fcu.com/covid19

Community First Federal Credit Unionhttps://cfirstguam.com/covid-19.html

First Hawaiian Bankhttps://www.fhb.com/en/lp/covid19-2020/

Navy Federal Credit Unionhttps://www.navyfederal.org/about/covid19.php

PenFed Credit Unionhttps://www.penfed.org/frequently-asked-questions/assistance

Personal Finance Centerhttps://www.pfcguam.com/announcements/covid-19-notice

COVID-19 Bank UpdatesWe appreciate all the banks giving out certain deferments on loans

and updates on their policies and banking hours during these difficult times.Please click on the link for your bank to find out what updates they have made.

https://www.anz.com/guam (local page)

For more information or to find a local disaster center, contact SBA’s Customer Service Center at 1-800-659-2955 (TTY: 1-800-877-8339). sba.gov/disaster August 2018 v1

About Disaster Loans The U. S. Small Business Administration (SBA) provides low-interest, long-term disaster loans to businesses of all sizes, private non-profit organizations, homeowners, and renters to repair or replace uninsured/underinsured disaster damaged property. SBA disaster loans offer an affordable way for individuals and businesses to recover from declared disasters.

Apply: 1) online; 2) in-person at a disaster center;or 3) by mail.

Apply online at the SBA’s secure websitedisasterloan.sba.gov/ela.

As a business of any size, you may borrow up to$2 million for physical damage.

As a small business, small agriculturalcooperative, small business engaged inaquaculture, or private non-profit organizationyou may borrow up to $2 million for EconomicInjury.

As a small business, you may apply for amaximum business loan (physical and EIDL) of$2 million.

As a homeowner you may borrow up to$200,000 to repair/replace your disasterdamaged primary residence.

As a homeowner or renter, you may borrow upto $40,000 to repair/replace damaged personalproperty.

SBA reviews your credit before conductingan inspection to verify your losses.

An SBA verifier will estimate the totalphysical loss to your disaster damagedproperty.

A loan officer will determine your eligibilityduring processing, after reviewing anyinsurance or other recoveries. SBA can makea loan while your insurance recovery ispending.

A loan officer works with you to provide allthe necessary information needed to reach aloan determination. Our goal is to arrive at adecision on your application within2 - 3 weeks.

A loan officer will contact you to discuss theloan recommendation and your next steps.You will also be advised in writing of all loandecisions.

SBA will prepare and send your Loan ClosingDocuments to you for your signature.

Once we receive your signed Loan ClosingDocuments, an initial disbursement will bemade to you within 5 days: Physical damage:

$25,000 Economic injury (working capital):

$25,000 (In addition to the Physicaldamage disbursement)

A case manager will be assigned to work withyou to help you meet all loan conditions. Theywill also schedule subsequent disbursementsuntil you receive the full loan amount.

Your loan may be adjusted after closing dueto your changing circumstances, such asincreasing the loan for unexpected repaircosts or reducing the loan due to additionalinsurance proceeds.

STEP 3: Loan Closed and Funds Disbursed

STEP 2: Property Verified

and Loan Processing Decision Made

STEP 1: Apply for Loan

The Three Step Process: Disaster Loans

For more information or to find a local disaster center, contact SBA’s Customer Service Center at 1-800-659-2955 (TTY: 1-800-877-8339). sba.gov/disaster August 2018 v1

Required Documentation

The following documents are required to process your application and reach a loan decision. Your Loan Officer and Case Manager will assist you to ensure that you submit the proper documentation. Approval decision and disbursement of loan funds is dependent on receipt of your documentation.

BUSINESSES HOMEOWNERS AND RENTERS Business Loan Application (SBA Form 5) completed and signed by business

applicant. IRS Form 4506-T completed and signed by Applicant business, each

principal owning 20% or more of the applicant business, each generalpartner or managing member and, for any owner who has more than a 50%ownership in an affiliate business. (Affiliates include business parent,subsidiaries, and/or businesses with common ownership or management).

Complete copies, including all schedules, of the most recent Federal incometax returns for the applicant business; an explanation if not available.

Personal Financial Statement (SBA Form 413) completed, signed and datedby the applicant (if a sole proprietorship), each principal owning 20% ormore of the applicant business, each general partner or managing member.

Schedule of Liabilities listing all fixed debts (SBA Form 2202 may be used).ADDITIONAL INFORMATION THAT MAY BE NECESSARY TO PROCESSYOUR APPLICATION: Complete copies, including all schedules, of the most recent Federal income

tax returns for each principal owning 20% or more of the applicantbusiness, each general partner or managing member, and each affiliatewhen any owner has more than a 50% ownership in the affiliate business.Affiliates include, but are not limited to, business parents, subsidiaries,and/or other businesses with common ownership or management.

If the most recent Federal income tax return has not been filed, a year-endprofit and loss statement and balance sheet for that tax year is acceptable.

A current year-to-date profit and loss statement. Additional Filing Requirements (SBA Form 1368) providing monthly sales

figures.

Home Loan Application (SBA Form 5c) completed and signed by Applicantand Co-Applicant.

IRS Form 4506-T completed and signed by Applicant and Co-Applicant.

APPLY FOR ASSISTANCE AT disasterloan.sba.gov/ela

Or Call 1-800-659-2955 (SBA Customer Service Center)

1-800-877-8339 (TTY: Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing)

All SBA programs and services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis.

[email protected] | (671) 472-7277 | www.sba.gov Guam Branch Office | 400 Route 8, Ste. 302 | Hagatna, Guam 96910

COVID-19RESPONSEFORECONOMICINJURYDISASTERLOANS

OncetheSBAdisasterdeclarationisapproved,applicationswillbemadeavailableforthestate/territoryatwww.sba.gov/disaster.Thismaytakeafewdaysfromtheapprovalnotificationsforthedatainputtobecompleted.SmallbusinessownerswouldthenapplyonlineforfinancialassistanceintheDisasterPortalathttps://disasterloan.sba.gov/ela/.Theelectronicloanapplicationwillbescreenedbyourprocessingcenterwhenitisreceived.BASEDONCURRENTINFORMATION,THEFOLLOWINGITEMSMUSTBESUBMITTEDFORALLEIDLAPPLICATIONS:

• Loanapplication(SBAForm5),completedandsigned(thisiselectronicintheportal)• TaxInformationAuthorization(IRSForm4506-T),completedandsignedbyeachapplicant,

whichincludes1)eachprincipalowning20percentormoreoftheapplicantbusiness,2)eachgeneralpartnerormanagingmember;and,3)foranyownerwhohasmorethan50percentownershipinanaffiliatebusiness.Affiliatesinclude,butarenotlimitedto,businessparents,subsidiaries,and/orotherbusinesseswithcommonownershipormanagement

• Completecopies,includingallschedules,ofthemostrecentlyfiledFederalincometaxreturnsfortheapplicantbusiness;anexplanationifnotavailable

• PersonalFinancialStatement(SBAForm413)completed,signed,anddatedbytheapplicant,againforeachprincipalowning20percentormoreoftheapplicantbusiness,andeachgeneralpartnerormanagingmember

• ScheduleofLiabilitieslistingallfixeddebts(SBAForm2202maybeused)Forprogramquestionsorassistanceincompletingtheapplicationonline,businessescancontactourCustomerServiceCenterat1-800-659-2955orcalltheGuamBranchOfficeat(671)[email protected]@sba.gov.

Date: 03/21/2020

U.S. SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION FACT SHEET – ECONOMIC INJURY DISASTER LOANS

GUAM Declaration # 16388 (Disaster: GU-00008)

Incident: CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) occurring: January 31, 2020 & continuing

Guam

Application Filing Deadline: December 21, 2020

Disaster Loan Assistance Available: Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDLs) – Working capital loans to help small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, small businesses engaged in aquaculture, and most private, non-profit organizations of all sizes meet their ordinary and necessary financial obligations that cannot be met as a direct result of the disaster. These loans are intended to assist through the disaster recovery period.

Credit Requirements:

• Credit History – Applicants must have a credit history acceptable to SBA. • Repayment – Applicants must show the ability to repay the loan. • Collateral – Collateral is required for all EIDL loans over $25,000. SBA takes real estate as collateral when it is available. SBA

will not decline a loan for lack of collateral, but SBA will require the borrower to pledge collateral that is available.

Interest Rates: The interest rate is determined by formulas set by law and is fixed for the life of the loan. The maximum interest rate for this disaster is 3.75 percent.

Loan Terms: The law authorizes loan terms up to a maximum of 30 years. SBA will determine an appropriate installment payment based on the financial condition of each borrower, which in turn will determine the loan term.

Loan Amount Limit: The law limits EIDLs to $2,000,000 for alleviating economic injury caused by the disaster. The actual amount of each loan is limited to the economic injury determined by SBA, less business interruption insurance and other recoveries up to the administrative lending limit. SBA also considers potential contributions that are available from the business and/or its owner(s) or affiliates. If a business is a major source of employment, SBA has the authority to waive the $2,000,000 statutory limit.

Loan Eligibility Restrictions: Noncompliance – Applicants who have not complied with the terms of previous SBA loans may not be eligible. This includes borrowers who did not maintain required flood insurance and/or hazard insurance on previous SBA loans.

Note: Loan applicants should check with agencies / organizations administering any grant or other assistance program under this declaration to determine how an approval of SBA disaster loan might affect their eligibility.

Refinancing: Economic injury disaster loans cannot be used to refinance long term debts.

Insurance Requirements: To protect each borrower and the Agency, SBA may require you to obtain and maintain appropriate insurance. By law, borrowers whose damaged or collateral property is located in a special flood hazard area must purchase and maintain flood insurance. SBA requires that flood insurance coverage be the lesser of 1) the total of the disaster loan, 2) the insurable value of the property, or 3) the maximum insurance available.

Applicants may apply online, receive additional disaster assistance information and download applications at https://disasterloan.sba.gov/ela. Applicants may also call SBA’s Customer Service Center at (800) 659-2955 or email

[email protected] for more information on SBA disaster assistance. Individuals who are deaf or hard-of-hearing may call (800) 877-8339. Completed applications should be mailed to U.S. Small Business Administration, Processing and Disbursement

Center, 14925 Kingsport Road, Fort Worth, TX 76155.

SBA Disaster Assistance in Response to the Coronavirus

• The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering designated states and territories low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to small businesses suffering substantial economic injury as a result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19). Upon a request received from a state’s or territory’s Governor, SBA will issue under its own authority, as provided by the Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act that was recently signed by the President, an Economic Injury Disaster Loan declaration.

• Any such Economic Injury Disaster Loan assistance declaration issued by the SBA makes loans available to small businesses and private, non-profit organizations in designated areas of a state or territory to help alleviate economic injury caused by the Coronavirus (COVID-19).

• SBA’s Office of Disaster Assistance will coordinate with the state’s or territory’s Governor to

submit the request for Economic Injury Disaster Loan assistance.

• Once a declaration is made for designated areas within a state, the information on the application process for Economic Injury Disaster Loan assistance will be made available to all affected communities as well as updated on our website: SBA.gov/disaster.

• SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loans offer up to $2 million in assistance per small business and

can provide vital economic support to small businesses to help overcome the temporary loss of revenue they are experiencing.

• These loans may be used to pay fixed debts, payroll, accounts payable and other bills that can’t be

paid because of the disaster’s impact. The interest rate is 3.75% for small businesses without credit available elsewhere; businesses with credit available elsewhere are not eligible. The interest rate for non-profits is 2.75%.

• SBA offers loans with long-term repayments in order to keep payments affordable, up to a

maximum of 30 years. Terms are determined on a case-by-case basis, based upon each borrower’s ability to repay.

• SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loans are just one piece of the expanded focus of the federal

government’s coordinated response, and the SBA is strongly committed to providing the most effective and customer-focused response possible.

• For additional information, please contact the SBA disaster assistance customer service center.

Call 1-800-659-2955 (TTY: 1-800-877-8339) or e-mail [email protected].

• Visit SBA.gov/disaster for more information.

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Address: 163 W. Chalan Santo Papa Hagåtña, GU 96910

Phone: (671) 477-2520/2521 / Email: [email protected] / Website: www.guamlegislature.org

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Under the SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loans program, local businesses can avail loans to pay

“Given that our local

intact” stated Speaker Muña Barnes. “I will continue to work with our Federal Partners, ouGovernor, and especially our Congressman to ensure that we leave no stone unturned”

. Applicants may also call SBA’s Customer

OFFICE OF THE PEOPLE SENATOR RÉGINE BISCOE LEE

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COMMITTEE ON RULES • COMMITTEE ON FEDERAL AND FOREIGN AFFAIRS, TELECOMMUNICATIONS, TECHNOLOGY AND LABOR

GUAM CONGRESS BUILDING | 163 CHALAN SANTO PAPA | HAGÅTÑA, GUAM 96910 [email protected] | (671) 472-3455

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 20, 2020

GUAM PREPARING FOR LABOR ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS Sending information to GDOL can maximize unemployment aid and help Guam’s families

(Hagåtña, Guam) – GovGuam will soon be applying for its first COVID-19 related unemployment benefits grant, and the public can help.

As much as $100 million will be available nationally through Disaster Dislocated Worker grants (DWGs). Guam Department of Labor (GDOL) is preparing to request for the island's share of these funds, according to Senator Régine Biscoe Lee, the 35th Guam Legislature's oversight chair on labor.

“Every day that passes more workers are getting hours cut, or are just being sent home without pay. The first step to receiving local unemployment benefits is to provide necessary local data to our federal partners. I want to thank the Guam Department of Labor for staying on top of this critical issue, and for reaching out to the public for information to help with any grant applications that tie funds with documented job loss,” Senator Lee said. “Please, if you are a business owner or employee affected by this pandemic, get in touch with GDOL.”

GDOL is now seeking information from both businesses and workers to maximize Guam's eligibility for this federal assistance. U.S. Department of Labor reports that states and territories can only apply for Employment Recovery Dislocated Worker Grants if either of the following events occur locally:

• 50 or more individuals are laid off by one employer; or • Significant layoffs that increase unemployment in a given community, even if the total

layoffs are fewer than 50 individuals.

The federally-funded program will provide eligible participants with both disaster-relief employment and employment and training activities. These participants can include dislocated workers, workers who were laid-off as a result of the disaster, self-employed individuals who are unemployed or underemployed as a result of the disaster, and long-term unemployed individuals.

Eligible entities can also apply for Employment Recovery DWGs in response to layoffs caused by cancellations or shutdowns caused by COVID-19. Employment Recovery DWGs will provide employment and training services to reintegrate eligible individuals back into the workforce.

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NEWS RELEASE

Disaster Field Operations Center West Release Date: March 21, 2020 Contact: Richard A. Jenkins, (916) 735-1500,

[email protected] Release Number: GU 16388-01 Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Blogs &

Instagram SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to Guam Small Businesses

Economically Impacted by the Coronavirus (COVID-19) SACRAMENTO, Calif . – The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to Guam small businesses suffering substantial economic injury as a result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), SBA Administrator Jovita Carranza announced today. SBA acted under its own authority, as provided by the Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act that was recently signed by the President, to declare a disaster following a request received from Gov. Lourdes A. Leon Guerrero on March 19, 2020. The disaster declaration makes SBA assistance available in Guam. “SBA is strongly committed to providing the most effective and customer-focused response possible to assist Guam small businesses with federal disaster loans. We will be swift in our efforts to help these small businesses recover from the financial impacts of the Coronavirus (COVID-19),” said Administrator Carranza. SBA Customer Service Representatives will be available to answer questions about SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan program and explain the application process. “Small businesses, private non-profit organizations of any size, small agricultural cooperatives and small aquaculture enterprises that have been financially impacted as a direct result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) since Jan. 31, 2020, may qualify for Economic Injury Disaster Loans of up to $2 million to help meet financial obligations and operating expenses which could have been met had the disaster not occurred,” said Carranza. “These loans may be used to pay fixed debts, payroll, accounts payable and other bills that can’t be paid because of the disaster’s impact. Disaster loans can provide vital economic assistance to small businesses to help overcome the temporary loss of revenue they are experiencing,” Carranza added. Eligibility for Economic Injury Disaster Loans is based on the financial impact of the Coronavirus (COVID-19). The interest rate is 3.75 percent for small businesses. The interest rate for private non-profit organizations is 2.75 percent. SBA offers loans with long-term repayments in order to keep payments affordable, up to a maximum of 30 years and are available to entities without the financial ability to offset the adverse impact without hardship. Applicants may apply online, receive additional disaster assistance information and download applications at https://disasterloan.sba.gov/ela. Applicants may also call

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SBA’s Customer Service Center at (800) 659-2955 or email [email protected] for more information on SBA disaster assistance. Individuals who are deaf or hard-of-hearing may call (800) 877-8339. Completed applications should be mailed to U.S . Small Business Administration, Processing and Disbursement Center, 14925 Kingsport Road, Fort Worth, TX 76155. The deadline to apply for an Economic Injury Disaster Loan is Dec. 21, 2020. For more information about Coronavirus, please visit: Coronavirus.gov. For more information about available SBA resources and services, please visit: SBA.gov/coronavirus.

### About the U.S . Small Business Administration The U.S. Small Business Administration makes the American dream of business ownership a reality. As the only go-to resource and voice for small businesses backed by the strength of the federal government, the SBA empowers entrepreneurs and small business owners with the resources and support they need to start, grow or expand their businesses, or recover from a declared disaster. It delivers services through an extensive network of SBA field offices and partnerships with public and private organizations. To learn more, visit www.sba.gov.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Keoni Wagner (808) 221-1467 [email protected]

MATSON STATEMENT REGARDING CONTINUITY OF OPERATIONS

HONOLULU (March 15, 2020) – Matson issued the following statement today in response to

concerns circulating on Guam about service disruption related to COVID-19:

All Matson operations continue uninterrupted. Matson intends to maintain all service

schedules as normal with weekly service to Guam from the U.S. West Coast and Honolulu.

Matson is committed to taking all appropriate steps to ensure the continuation of services,

including the deployment of reserve vessels if necessary to continue meeting the needs of our

customers.

Matson is monitoring developments closely and ensuring compliance with all United States

Coast Guard and local, federal and international government reporting and prevention directives

for maritime operations. Matson also has frequent and regular communication with the United

States Coast Guard and the Port of Guam Authority regarding commercial port operations.

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About Matson

Founded in 1882, Matson (NYSE: MATX) is a leading provider of ocean transportation and logistics services. Matson provides a vital lifeline to the domestic non-contiguous economies of Hawaii, Alaska, and Guam, and to other island economies in Micronesia. Matson also operates a premium, expedited service from China to Southern California and provides services to Okinawa, Japan and various islands in the South Pacific. The Company's fleet of owned and chartered vessels includes containerships, combination container and roll-on/roll-off ships and custom-designed barges. Matson Logistics, established in 1987, extends the geographic reach of Matson's transportation network throughout the continental U.S. Its integrated, asset-light logistics services include rail intermodal, highway brokerage, warehousing, freight consolidation, Asia supply chain services, and forwarding to Alaska. Additional information about the Company is available at www.matson.com.

Joint Information Center - JIC Release No. 25 March 23, 2020, 9:30 a.m. (ChST)

SBA Disaster Loans Available; Tax Filing Date Extended; 2020 Census Misinformation; DPHSS Services

As of March 22, 2020, there were 27 positive cases of COVID-19 on Guam with one (1) COVID-19 related death. There will be additional results later this evening once today’s test results are finalized. SBA Low-Interest Loans Available The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is offering low-interest federal disaster loans to Guam small businesses suffering substantial economic injury as a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19). Eligibility for Economic Injury Disaster Loans is based on the financial impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19). The interest rate is 3.75 percent for small businesses. The interest rate for private, non-profit organizations is 2.75 percent. SBA offers loans with long-term repayments in order to keep payments affordable, up to a maximum of 30 years and are available to entities without the financial ability to offset the adverse impact without hardship. Refer to the attached, official SBA Press Release for more information. Tax Filing Date Extended The Department of Revenue and Taxation announced today that the income tax filing due date is extended from April 15, 2020 to July 15, 2020. In line with this, taxpayers will be able to defer income tax payments which are due on April 15, 2020 to July 15, 2020 without penalties and interest. This is an automatic extension; therefore, taxpayers do not need to file any additional forms with the DRT. Taxpayers requiring additional time to file beyond the July 15, 2020 deadline must request for an extension by filing Form 4868. Notice of Census Scam The Joint Information Center is aware of a viral message circulating on social media and chat groups purporting that by filling out a census form online you would receive a stimulus check. This message is false . There are no 2020 Census of Guam responses tied to COVID-19 stimulus funds. The official Census of Guam website is 2020census.guam.gov. There is no online option to complete the Census for Guam residents. The community is reminded to only share official, verified information. DPHSS Prior Authorizations The Division of Public Welfare, Bureau of Health Care Financing Administration (BHCFA) within the Department of Public Health and Social Services will continue its program operations: Effective March 17, 2020, Medical Providers are requested to reschedule all appointments for child and adult physicals as well as Early and Periodic Screenings, Diagnostics, and Treatment

Services (EPSDT). Prior Authorization Request: Medical Providers are encouraged to submit their request for Prior Authorization via fax to 735-7476 or via email to [email protected] and/or [email protected]. The following information is required:

● Name of Provider ● Provider Telephone & Fax Number ● Full Name of Patient ● Patient D.O.B ● Case Number ● Picture ID ● Certificate of medical necessity of services requested ● Prescription of Services, including the patient's contact number and email address

Provider Claims Submission is located at Mangilao, Castle Mall, Unit #5. Processing of Prior Authorization, EPSDT Referral, Medicare Buy-In, and Off-Island Referrals are all located at Mangilao, Castle Mall, Unit #7. For any questions related to public welfare services, please contact the respective numbers below:

● Provider's Claims Submission: (671) 735-7237 ● Prior Authorization: (671) 735-7473 ● EPSDT Referrals, Child Physical Prior Authorization, Medicare Buy-In: (671) 735-7474 ● Off-Island Referral: (671) 474-7231

Active Clients of Senior Citizens and Adult Day Care Centers to Continue Receiving Meals The Division of Senior Citizens within the DPHSS, along with its partners, Mayors’ Council of Guam (Senior Center Operations and Adult Day Care Center) and Kloppenburg Enterprises, Inc. have coordinated for the continuation of Congregate Meals at Senior Centers. Effective today, and until further notice, active seniors who attend Senior Center programs are able to have a family member pick up their meals from the Senior Citizens Center or Adult Day Care Center they attend that serves as Congregate Sites. The exceptions are the meals for seniors who attend the Adult Day Care Dementia Center site; their meal pick up site will be at the Adult Day Care Center in Macheche, Dededo. Drive-Thru Service: Upon arriving at the Senior Center, the family member must remain in their car. Cars will be directed through a designated entry point to pick up the meals between 12:30 p.m. and 1:45 p.m. Access Service: For seniors who are not able to have their meals picked up for them, meals will be dropped off to their homes. For additional information, contact:

● Senior Center Operations at (671) 477-3454; ● Adult Day Care Program at (671) 788-7155;

● Information Unit, Division of Senior Citizens at (671) 638-3812/3815/3819

Medical Triage Hotline Numbers for COVID-19 If you are experiencing symptoms consistent with COVID-19, please call your healthcare provider. If a patient does not have a regular health care provider, they can call any of the Community Health Centers or the DPHSS Medical Triage Hotline Phone Numbers listed below to report symptoms and obtain guidance from clinicians:

● (671) 480-7859 ● (671) 480-6760/3 ● (671) 480-7883 ● (671) 687-6170 (ADA Dedicated Number)

These numbers are operational daily, from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. and are limited to medical-related inquiries only. DPHSS Counseling Hotline Numbers for COVID-19 DPHSS recommends that those feeling distress or anxiety due to the pandemic call the Counseling Hotlines, which provide live crisis counseling. The phone lines are multilingual, text capable, and confidential:

● (671) 988-5375 ● (671) 683-8802 ● (671) 686-6032

These numbers are operational daily, from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. For media inquiries, contact the Joint Information Center at (671) 478-0208/09/10 Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Department of Revenue and Taxation Operations

There remain five confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Guam. To date, the Guam Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) has tested a total of 46 cases of COVID-19. The Government of Guam has implemented its planned COVID-19 response to identify and contain transmission on island. Department of Revenue and Taxation Operations The Department of Revenue and Taxation (DRT) will remain closed until March 30th relative to the Governor’s Executive Order No. 2020-04. In the interest of health and safety, DRT highly recommends that, to the extent available, all payments be made online and all forms be filed online. DRT has made the following accommodations and/or extended the following services:

1. BOARD MEETINGS - All board meetings scheduled for March 16 - March 31, 2020 will be postponed. The boards impacted are as follows: the ABC Board, the Banking & Insurance Board, the Cannabis Control Board, and the Real Estate Commission. Updated meeting dates will be announced once available.

2. MEETINGS WITH DRT PERSONNEL - All meetings with DRT during the period of March 16 - March 30, 2020 will have to be rescheduled when regular office hours resume.

3. GRT PAYMENTS FOR THE MONTH OF FEBRUARY (DUE MARCH 20, 2020) 1. GRT payments may either be paid online or at the Treasurer of Guam

(TOG) cashier located at the ITC Building.

4. 2019 INDIVIDUAL AND CORPORATE TAX RETURNS 1. DEADLINE - The deadline for filing and for paying any individual or

corporate taxes due is April 15, 2020. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin announced on Tuesday that taxpayers who owe taxes can defer their payment for 90 days, interest and penalty free up to $1 million. ALL RETURNS MUST STILL BE FILED BY THEIR ORIGINAL DUE DATE. The actual guidance regarding this has yet to be released. DRT is monitoring this closely and will issue guidance once information is available.

2. ONLINE FILING - 2019 Forms 1040 which meet certain, specific criteria may be filed online.

3. EXTENSIONS – i. WITH NO PAYMENT –

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1. Individual taxpayers may file online at myguamtax.com, the Form 4868, Application for Automatic Extension of Time to File Guam Individual Income Tax Return. 2. DRT Drop Box

ii. WITH PAYMENT – 1. May be made at TOG cashiers 2. May be mailed in (recommended that mail be certified with return receipt) to the Treasurer of Guam

5. 2019 PARTNERSHIP AND S CORPORATION RETURNS 1. DEADLINE - March 16, 2020 was the deadline for partnership and

corporate returns. Any returns not filed by the due date should be filed by March 19, 2020 either via:

i. DRT Drop Box ii. Mail (recommend certified with return receipt)

6. MARCH 16, 2020 WITHHOLDING TAX PAYMENTS 1. Payments not made on March 16, 2020 due to the emergency declaration

must be paid by March 19, 2020 at the TOG cashier at the ITC Building. 2. Taxpayers who normally pay through their financial institution should

continue to do so.

7. REAL PROPERTY TAXES 1. DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION FOR REAL PROPERTY TAX

EXEMPTIONS FOR 2020 RPT i. The deadline for the application for real property tax exemptions has been moved to March 31, 2020. The original due date was March 15, 2020. ii. The following are the exemptions for which this applies:

1. Home Exemption 2. Senior Citizen/Disability Credit 3. Bona Fide Farmer’s Exemption 4. Gold Star Veteran’s Exemption

2. DEADLINE FOR PAYMENT OF SECOND INSTALLMENT OF 2019 RPT DUE APRIL 20, 2020

i. DRT recommends that payments for real property taxes be made online.

8. MOTOR VEHICLE REGISTRATION 1. RENEWALS

i. REGISTRATIONS EXPIRING IN MARCH 2020 –

1. Any vehicle registrations which expire in March 2020 will be extended through April 30, 2020. Late fees will be

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waived for the period as long as renewal is done by April 30, 2020. 2. Registration can be done online for current and expired registrations.

2. REGISTRATIONS WHICH EXPIRED PRIOR TO MARCH 2020 i. For any vehicle registrations which expired prior to March 2020, late fees will apply.

1. Registration can be done online for current and expired registrations.

9. DRIVER'S LICENSE

1. ONLINE APPOINTMENTS i. All online appointments for the period March 16 through March 30 will be accommodated at the Hagatna Satellite office beginning April 1.

2. EXPIRED DRIVER'S LICENSES i. For driver's licenses which expire from March 16 through March 30, all late fees will be waived. ii. For driver's licenses which expired prior to March 16, late fees for the period from March 16 - March 30 will be waived. Any other late fees will apply.

3. NEW DRIVER'S LICENSES i. Processing for new driver’s licenses will resume when the DRT office opens for normal operations.

10. BUSINESS LICENSES 1. BUSINESS LICENSES EXPIRING IN MARCH 2020 –

i. Any business license expiring in March 2020 will be extended through April 30, 2020. Penalties will be waived for the period March 16 - March 30, 2020 as long as renewal is done by April 30, 2020. ii. Business licenses which do not require clearance may be renewed online. DRT highly recommends that renewals be done online. iii. Business licenses which require clearance will have to be renewed at either the Business License and Permit Center or at DRT's Barrigada location once regular office hours resume.

2. BUSINESS LICENSES WHICH EXPIRED PRIOR TO MARCH 2020 – i. Will be considered valid for the period of March 16, 2020 through April 30, 2020. Penalties will be charged.

3. NEW BUSINESS LICENSES – i. DRT will be able to issue new business licenses when regular office operations resume.

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1. Passport services will not be available until regular office operations resume.

It is important to note that this information is subject to change and is only applicable for the periods indicated. Stay Up to Date with Reputable Sources It is important to note that the situation can change quickly. The community is reminded to only share official notices and visit the following links for the most up-to-date information:

● CDC website: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html ● DPHSS website: http://dphss.guam.gov/2019-novel-coronavirus-2019-n-cov/ ● GHS/OCD website: https://ghs.guam.gov/coronavirus-covid-19

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U.S. Small Business Administration Office of Government Contracting March 11, 2020 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) guidance on the impact of the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Outbreak for small businesses performing on federal procurement contracts. The below FAQs were prepared to address concerns a small business performing on federal contracts may have related to the impact of the Coronavirus. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) continues to remind the nation that the risk to the average American remains low. Health and government officials are monitoring the spread of the Coronavirus around the globe, including in the United States. With that noted, the CDC offers the most up-to-date information on COVID-19. Businesses are encouraged to examine their preparedness for maintaining their ability to perform on federal contracts.

The below FAQs are based on what is currently known. SBA’s Office of Government Contracting will post updates to these FAQs at Office of Government Contracting.

1. What is the Coronavirus and where can I find more information on the Coronavirus disease?

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) maintains that the risk to the average American remains low. Visit the CDC’s website for additional guidance.

2. What if I am unable to fulfill the Federal government contract awarded to me

because of the Coronavirus?

Your first obligation as a prime contractor on a Federal government contract is to complete performance on that contract. If you do not perform at a satisfactory level on a Federal government contract, the contracting officer may have to terminate your firm for non-performance. Should your firm be terminated – for convenience or default – on a Federal government contract, it is possible you may not receive another Federal contract due to documented poor past performance.

For any potential performance interruptions, contractors should review their contracts to see what, if any, latitude or remedy for performance delays are available. While most commercial contracts have a force majeure clause that excuses performance under extreme circumstances, including pandemics, government contracts do not typically utilize this kind of commercial language. Instead, contracts usually contain Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and other agency-specific regulations. Here, some cost-reimbursement, time-and-material, and labor-hour government contracts contain FAR Clause 52.249-14 – Excusable Delays. This FAR clause, if inserted into the contract, provides that the Contractor shall not be in default because of any failure to perform if the failure arises from causes beyond the contractor’s control. Such circumstances include:

If the failure arises from causes beyond the control and without the fault or negligence of the contractor. Examples of these causes are (1) acts of God or the public enemy, (2) acts of the Government in either its sovereign or contractual capacity, (3) fires, (4) floods, (5) epidemics, (6) quarantine restrictions, (7) strikes, (8) freight embargoes and (9) unusually severe weather. In each instance, the failure to perform must be beyond the control and without the fault or negligence of the contractor.

Notably, the government still reserves the right to terminate the contract for convenience if there is a delay in contractual deliverables to the government subject to the clause above.

Further, all Federal government commercial contracts should contain FAR Clause 52.212-4(f), which provides that the contractor shall be liable for default unless non-performance is caused by an occurrence beyond the reasonable control of the contractor and without its fault or negligence such as acts of God or the public enemy, acts of the government in either its sovereign or contractual capacity, fires, floods, epidemics, quarantine restrictions, strikes, unusually severe weather and delays of common carriers. The contractor shall notify the contracting officer, or in the case of a subcontractor – the Prime’s contracting officer, in writing as soon as it is reasonably possible after the commencement of any excusable delay. Providing official notification will set forth

the full particulars in connection therewith, shall remedy such occurrence with all reasonable dispatch, and shall promptly give written notice to the contracting officer of the cessation of such occurrence.

Contractors should take note that this clause requires contractors to notify the contracting officer in writing “as soon as it is reasonably possible” and mitigate any potential impact. With or without this clause, contractors would be wise to be in frequent communication with their government counterparts to set expectations and develop a plan. For small business concerns, find more information on planning for and responding to the Coronavirus disease: Current CDC Business Guidance.

3. What happens if government worksite or personnel is unavailable, making it difficult or impossible to fulfill my Federal government contract?

Contractors should communicate in advance with agencies and determine the effects if it is possible that government employees will not be at their worksites and not be able to supervise a contract properly. It is best to complete tasks that may be done without government guidance and continue to attempt to reach the point of contact on the contract. Contractors should not make significant changes to schedule, scope, deliverable, or cost without formal approval to do so.

Note: Contractors may also be entitled to wind down and startup costs if performance is not possible due to the government’s unavailability.

4. What if I’m a subcontractor on a Federal contract? How are subcontracts impacted?

Contracts between a Prime contractor and its subcontractor(s) are considered commercial contracts. Subcontractors are encouraged to review agreements with their Prime Contractor representative to fully understand their obligations and recourse options in the event of impact to performance due to the coronavirus. As noted above, many commercial contracts contain a force majeure clause that provides

for excusable delay for things like epidemics, quarantine restrictions, etc. However, it is important to know that these agreements often allow prime contractors to seek goods and services from other sources if a subcontractor cannot fulfill its obligations for an excused reason.

5. Who, in SBA, can I contact if I have questions regarding the impact of the Coronavirus on my Federal contract?

An SBA Procurement Center Representative (PCR) is an excellent resource to address questions regarding the impact to a contract. In addition to contract questions, the PCR may be able to address – or will refer you to someone who can answer – issues regarding small business size standards, certificates of competency, and subcontracting. The main mission of the PCR is to assist small businesses win federal contracts through advocacy and access. PCRs review many federal acquisition and procurement strategies before they’re announced. This enables them to influence opportunities that should be set aside for small businesses. PCRs also conduct market research, assist small businesses with payment issues, provide counseling on the contracting process, and more. Visit the PCR Directory online. 8(a) firms should contact their Business Opportunity Specialist (BOS) or contact their closest SBA District Office.

GSA Office of Government-wide Policy

SPE Memo SPE-2020-07 MEMORANDUM FOR ALL GSA CONTRACTING ACTIVITIES AND HEADS OF CONTRACTING ACTIVITY FROM: JEFFREY A. KOSES

SENIOR PROCUREMENT EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF ACQUISITION POLICY (MV)

SUBJECT: Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities for Novel Coronavirus Disease

2019 (COVID-19) 1. Purpose. The Novel Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) was declared an emergency by the President on March 13, 2020. COVID-19 has also been declared a pandemic by the World Health Organization on March 11, 2020 (see the WHO webpage ), and public health emergency by the Secretary of Health and Human Services on January 31, 2020 (see the Public Health Emergency webpage ). GSA anticipates being part of the response operation. Many GSA contracting officers may be called on to aid in response efforts. The following information is provided to assist the Heads of Contracting Activities (HCAs) and contracting officers actively responding to the Coronavirus. 2. Contract and Lease Flexibilities. This memorandum focuses on the flexibilities in FAR subpart 18.2, but as a reminder, the flexibilities in FAR subpart 18.1 apply to any emergency situation, both with and without an emergency declaration. Further information on emergency acquisition is now available on the GSA Acquisition Portal under the Emergency Acquisitions Webpage . Additionally, information specific to public health emergencies is also available on the GSA Acquisition Portal under the Public Health Emergencies Webpage . For direct purposes of the response to Coronavirus Disease 2019:

● The micropurchase threshold is increased to: ○ $20,000 in the case of any contract to be awarded and performed, or

purchase to be made, inside the United States, including the acquisition of leasehold interests in real property; and

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○ $30,000 in the case of any contract to be awarded and performed, or purchase to be made, outside the United States, including the acquisition of leasehold interests in real property.

● The simplified acquisition threshold (SAT) is increased to:

○ $750,000 or any contract to be awarded and performed, or purchase to be made, inside the United States, including the acquisition of leasehold interests in real property; and

○ $1.5 million for any contract to be awarded and performed, or purchase to be made, outside the United States, including the acquisition of leasehold interests in real property.

● The threshold for simplified procedures for certain commercial items , including

the acquisition of leasehold interests in real property, is increased to $13 million (see FAR 13.500(c) and 18.202(d)).

● The additional flexibilities of FAR subpart 18.2 cannot be used for any other

acquisition, including depot back-fills. The threshold increases are specific only to support the designated areas. We expect the designated areas may be revised as the disease spreads. As the geographic area of the Presidential declaration is revised, the geographic area applicable to the threshold increases in this memorandum is simultaneously revised without the need for a revision to this memorandum . 1

● The Davis-Bacon and Service Contract Act (SCA) thresholds are not changed by

the use any of these flexibilities. The threshold increases will remain in effect until July 1, 2020, unless otherwise rescinded, modified or extended. 3. FPDS Reporting. A new National Interest Action (NIA) code has been established in FPDS as a means of tracking acquisition costs of the multiple Federal agencies involved in Coronavirus Disease 2019, an incident of great national interest. This new NIA Code shall be used strictly for reporting purposes related to Coronavirus Disease 2019 and involves the exercise of the emergency authorities identified in FAR subpart 18.2, Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities. The new NIA value details are as follows: NIA Code: P20C NIA Description: COVID-19 Start Date: 03/13/2020 End Date: 07/01/2020

1 Geographic location for the emergency can be tracked on the FEMA Disaster Declarations webpage.

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If you have any FPDS system questions or problems, please contact our supporting Federal Service Desk at https://www.fsd.gov. 4. Additional Guidance. HCAs in each affected region, working in conjunction with Regional Emergency Coordinators (RECs), are in the best position to activate its emergency response coordination process to respond effectively to regional emergency needs. GSA has talented contracting officers across the country capable of lending needed support. U.S. Small Business Administration’s Office of Disaster Assistance provides additional guidance and resources for efficiently including small business concerns to successfully and quickly respond to requirements in support of relief efforts. See https://www.sba.gov/offices/headquarters/oda/resources . Several existing contract vehicles are specifically designed to address emergencies and should be considered first.

● Check to see if the required services and supplies are available under GSA's Disaster Relief and Emergency Preparedness Schedules on GSA Advantage.

● Consult the Disaster Response Registry via SAM Advanced Search for the availability of contractors for debris removal, distribution of supplies, relief services and other actions (see FAR 18.102).

● If these sources do not meet the need, consider other existing contract vehicles before soliciting new contracts.

In our response efforts, market research is always important. Contracting officers should note the following: Because the President's emergency declaration is under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (41 U.S.C 5121, et seq.), normally Contracting Officers would be required to give preference to local firms in the designated area as discussed in FAR subpart 26.2. In this case, as the disaster response applies to a global pandemic, there is no clearly identified local area. Thus, at this time local set-aside requirements do not apply. This memorandum will be updated if OMB offers supplemental guidance on that point. If, in responding, you need to limit competition, one possible exception is FAR 6.302-2 Unusual and compelling urgency. Under this exception:

● You do not need to submit a synopsis if the delay would seriously injure our efforts.

● You do need to go to the maximum competition practicable. Often, you can do that by phoning a reasonable number of sources and asking for quotes and delivery time, on the spot.

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● Justifications and approvals may take place after award, if they would unreasonably delay the acquisition.

● If you employ this flexibility, make sure you have a tracking system so you are assured that the appropriate documentation is completed and the decisions and reasons are clearly explained. It is recommended that notes be kept as you go along and complete all documentation within 1-week of the event.

● For all contracts awarded under this authority, keep the period of performance brief. Contracts of this type should not go any longer than necessary to respond to the emergency and allow for a re-compete.

5. Point of Contact. Any questions regarding this memo may be directed to [email protected] . 6. Additional Resources.

● GSA’s Acquisition Portal Emergency Acquisitions webpage ● GSA’s Acquisition Portal Public Health Emergencies webpage ● Office of Federal Procurement Policy (OFPP) Emergency Acquisition Guidance ● GSA’s Emergency Response website ● Disaster Declarations (FEMA) ● Coronavirus Disease 2019 Updates (CDC)

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