2012

SPONSORSHIP

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10200 W. 44th Avenue, Suite 304Wheat Ridge, CO 80033(888) ASK-AHIA | FAX (303) 422-8894ahia@ahia.org | www.ahia.org

Founded in 1981, AHIA is a network ofexperienced healthcare internal auditprofessionals who are responsible forassessing and evaluating enterprise risk in acomplex and dynamic healthcareenvironment. Through its highly regardedannual conference and other educationalevents, online tools, professional guidance,and award-winning publication, NewPerspectives, AHIA helps elevate andadvance the internal audit professional to bean authoritative voice and strategic partnerwithin healthcare. Visit www.ahia.org formore information.

We understand that you need return oninvestment for your sponsorship, exhibiting,and advertising dollars. Partnering with AHIAgives you strategically focused access to aninfluential audience of internal auditorsspecifically engaged inhealthcare. This allianceoffers many key opportunities, includinghigh visibility, hospitality, and networking.

Our sponsorship levels are designed tohelp you maximize your organization’seducational interests and sales benefit.Additionally, we can customize a packagebest suited for your goals.

ABOUT

AHIA

High Quality, Year RoundEducational Opportunities:• Annual Conference• Regional Seminars• Webinars• Roundtables• Summits

Professional Networking

Membership Discounts

Relevant Publications:• New Perspectives• E-News• White papers

AHIA Career Center

Member’s Only Website• Continuously Updated Audit Library• Searchable New Perspectives

Article Archive

Access to First-rate, InteractiveCollaboration Vehicles:• Tech Talk• List Serv - AHIA Discussion Forum• LinkedIn

Online Membership Directory

Reference and BenchmarkingResources:• AuditNet• AHIA’s Bi-Annual Healthcare

Internal Auditing Survey

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AHIA Membership Benefits

68%

32%

CAEs, Vice Presidents,Directors, Managers

Audit Staff or Other

South Central 15%

Midwest 14%

Western 24%

South East 21%

North East 24%

International 1%

Midwest 15%

Who attends AHIA Educational Events?

• Healthcare Internal Auditors • Chief Compliance Officers• Chief Audit Executives • Healthcare Consultants• Privacy and Security Officers • Medical Auditors

AHIA Members are interested in the following typesof audit information:

• Electronic Medical Records• ICD-10• Information Technology and Controls• Integrated Audit Approaches• Operational• Financial• Regulatory/Compliance

Other areas of interest:

• Governance• Audit/Compliance Committee Effectiveness• Enterprise Risk Management• Billing, Coding & Reimbursement Services• Risk Assessments• Audit Software• Internal Audit Benchmarking• Leadership Development• Internal Audit Hot Topics

Geographic Distribution of Members by Region

AHIA Members:The Decision Makers

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Educational EventsRegional Seminars $2,000

AHIA hosts regional seminars throughout the year thatattract local attendees. Your company name will bedisplayed on the AHIA website and seminar brochure asthe sponsor with recognition during the openingremarks at the seminar. In addition, your company hasthe opportunity to present a topic at the regional seminar.

2012 Regional Seminars & SummitsFebruary 24 …………………………... San Francisco, CAApril 27……………...………………….... Midwest (TBD)June 29 (EMR Summit) ……….......... East Coast (TBD)July 27 ………………………………..... Northwest (TBD)November 9 ……………………................… Texas (TBD)December 7 ……………………....…. Mid-Atlantic (TBD)Other: If you are interested in organizing and/orsponsoring a Regional Seminar on a different dateand/or location than above, please contactMichelle at mcunningham@resourcenter.com.

Audit Roundtables $2,500

AHIA hosts roundtables throughout the year for ChiefAudit Executives and other internal audit profesionals inpartnership with Sponsors. Your company name will bedisplayed on the AHIA website and on invitations toAudit Executives. Your company will also assist inidentifying topics of interest and facilitating discussions.

2012 Scheduled RoundtablesFebruary 2 ………………… ................. Philadelphia, PAFebruary 20 ................……………...……. New York, NYFebruary/March (TDB) ….........................… Phoenix, AZMarch 8-9 …………………................…….. Dallas TexasAugust 26 (four opportunities in conjunction with 31stAnnual Conference) .........................… Philadelphia, PA• IT Auditor• Senior Auditor• Chief Audit Executive• CAE/Corporate Compliance OfficerOther: If you are interested in organizing and/orsponsoring a Roundtable on a different date and/orlocation than above, please contact Michelle atmcunningham@resourcenter.com.

Webinar Speaking Opportunities $500

AHIA hosts internal audit webinars each month. Yourcompany has the opportunity to be associatedwith high-quality, cost-effective education. Sponsoredwebinars will feature your logo on promotionalmaterials, webpages, and audio-visual materials used during the webinar.

2012 Webinar Dates• February 16• March 15• April 19• May 17• June 21• July 19• October 18• November 15

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Advertising OpportunitiesNew Perspectives Advertising

AHIA publishes and distributes New Perspectives, itsprofessional journal, to members and subscribers ona quarterly basis. Our award-winning journal reachesevery member, with a wide range of advertisingpackages available. View the enclosed order formor contact Michelle Cunningham at (888) 275-2442,x132 or mcunningham@resourcenter.com for advertisingdetails.

Website Advertising

AHIA accepts banner advertisements for the websiteand our monthly E-News. View the order form or contactMichelle Cunningham at (888) 275-2442, x132 ormcunningham@resourcenter.com for details.

Please Note: Educational event dates are subject to change. Watchour website for additional opportunities listed on the seminars page.

Important Dates and Deadlines:• Onsite Program Ad Copy - July 9• Exhibitor Application - July 24

($100 late fee applies after this date)• Early-bird Conference Deadline - August 3• Hotel Reservation Cut-off - August 10

Basic Exhibit Package $1,500• Exhibit space• 6’ draped table• Two (2) chairs and a wastebasket• One (1) complimentary conference registration• Recognition in Exhibitor listing• One (1) extension cord with electricity

Deluxe Exhibit Package $2,000• Exhibit space• 6’ draped table• Two (2) chairs and a wastebasket• One (1) extension cord with electricity• Two (2) complimentary conference registrations• Recognition in Exhibitor listing• Priority selection of booth location• One (1) insert in registration bag

Set-up HoursSunday, August 26 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Exhibit Viewing HoursMonday, August 27 7:00 AM – 6:30 PMTuesday, August 28 7:00 AM – 6:30 PM

Teardown HoursTuesday, August 28 6:30 PM – 8-30 PM

Application Deadline: Applications not filed by July24, 2012 will be assigned on a space-available basisand a $100 late fee will be required before yourapplication can be processed.

*Please note times are subject to change and will beconfirmed prior to the conference. Exhibitors are notrequired to staff booths during times attendees arein session.

Independence and Beyond:Assurance, Insight and Value31st ANNUAL CONFERENCE

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Annual Conference Exhibiting

This year’s AHIA Annual Conference is scheduled forAugust 26-29, 2012 at the The Loews PhiladelphiaHotel. The conference attracts approximately 400registered participants from across the country. The 3.5day event provides numerous opportunities to networkwith internal audit leaders and differentiate yourservices and/or products from your competition.

Conference LocationThe conference will be held at The Loews PhiladelphiaHotel, 1200 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107. Aspecial rate of $175 single occupancy/$200 doubleoccupancy (plus applicable taxes) has been arranged.For reservations, call (215) 627-1200 or 1-888-575-6397.To receive special AHIA rates, you must identify yourselfas an AHIA Annual Conference attendee. Please besure to book your rooms early as we only have a certainnumber of rooms available at the special rate.

Experience Philadelphia: Located in the heart of thecity, steps away from the historic district, shopping,theater, eclectic South Street, cultural attractions andrestaurants and sports arenas, The Loews Hotel inPhiladelphia is ideally situated for exploring thesurrounding area. In the architectural landmark PSFSbuilding, the nation’s first modern skyscraper, LoewsPhiladelphia Hotel is a true classic. Oversized guestrooms with loft-like high ceilings and timeless decorsoffer spectacular views and impeccable service. Forworking out or chilling out, Breathe Spa & Fitness centercombines high tech fitness, lap-pool and pamperingspa treatments.

Annual ConferenceSponsorship Opportunities

Silver Sponsor $2,500• Basic Exhibit Package

• Post-conference attendee list for one-time

mailing

• Company description in the Onsite

Conference Program (75 word maximum)

• Company name and logo displayed on

Annual Conference signage

• Company name and logo displayed on AHIA

Annual Conference website

• Annual Conference sponsor recognition in

New Perspectives

• Two (2) conference registrations

Gold Sponsor $5,000• Silver Sponsor elements

• One (1) half-page advertisement in the AHIA

Onsite Conference Program

• Three (3) conference registrations

Platinum Sponsor $7,500• Gold Sponsor elements with upgrade to

Deluxe Exhibit Package

• Pre-conference attendee list for one-time

mailing

• Company website link on AHIA conference

website

• Four (4) conference registrations

Diamond Sponsor $10,000• Platinum Sponsor elements

• Recognition during General Session opening

remarks

• Company name and logo displayed on Onsite

Conference Program cover

• One (1) full-page ad in the Onsite Conference

Program

• Company name and logo on all conference

e-mail correspondence

• Five (5) conference registrations

Name & logo on Onsite Conference Program cover

One full-page ad in the Onsite Conference Program

Name & logo on conference email promotions

Recognition during General Session remarks

Pre-conference attendee list

Company name and logo inclusion with link on conference website

One 1/2 page ad in the Onsite Conference Program

Post-conference attendee list

Company description in Onsite Conference Program

Name & logo on conference signage

Name & logo on conference website

Sponsor recognition in New Perspectives

Priority booth selection

Registration bag insert (1)

10' x 10' furnished exhibit space

Complimentary registration(s)

Recognition in exhibitor listing

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Food and Hospitality Sponsorship:

Monday• Continental Breakfast $3,000• Morning Refreshment Break $1,500• Attendee Lunch $4,000• Afternoon Refreshment Break $1,500

Tuesday• Continental Breakfast $3,000• Morning Refreshment Break $1,500• Attendee Lunch $4,000• Afternoon Refreshment Break $1,500

Wednesday• Continental Breakfast $2,500• Morning Refreshment Break $1,500

Additional Annual ConferenceSponsorship Opportunities

Wednesday Opening Reception ($3,000) Yourcompany name and logo will be displayed in theconference program as sponsor for this event. Inaddition, your logo can be printed on napkins which willbe used during the reception. You have the opportunityto upgrade the reception with entertainment, upgradeddécor, and sponsor logos on reception signage. Co-sponsorship for up to four companies will be accepted.

Keynote Speaker ($3,500) Your organization will bethe exclusive sponsor of one of two keynotepresenters on Monday, August 27 or Tuesday, August28.

Benefits:• Sponsor will introduce keynote speaker(introduction written by AHIA)

• Sponsor’s logo displayed during the keynoteintroduction

• Sponsor’s logo on keynote speaker signs• Opportunity to distribute a one-page promotionalflyer at General Session (to be approved by AHIAand provided by sponsor at sponsor’s expense)

• Sponsor’s logo and 100-word description in theconference program, which is given to allattendees onsite

• Recognition on the AHIA website with a direct linkto sponsor’s website

• Sponsor’s name and logo on signage throughoutthe conference

• Recognition at General Session

Fun Run/Walk ($1,200) Your company name, logo,and website address will appear on the t-shirtprovided to fun run/walk participants.

Cyber Café ($3,500) Nearly every attendee stops bythe Cyber Café at some point or another, making thissponsorship a great means of promoting yourcompany on a large scale. Your company name andlogo will be featured on all Cyber Café signage, andyou’ll have the opportunity to distribute approvedliterature in the computer area. The Cyber Cafeattracts attendees who want to stay connected withtheir colleagues, check their email or catch up on thelatest headlines. This sponsorship provides 5-10laptop stations with branded screensavers.

Lanyards ($3,500) All registrants will wear yourcompany name, website address and phone numberaround their necks.

Conference Welcome Bag ($4,000) Your companyname and logo will appear on the outside of theconference welcome bag provided to attendees.

Pens ($1,000) Your company name will appear on thebody of the pen provided to attendees in theconference welcome bag.

Highlighters ($1,000) Your company logo and websitewill appear on the body of the highlighter provided toattendees in the conference welcome bag.

USB Drives ($4,500) Your company logo and websitewill appear on the flash drive containing conferencepresentations. This popular give-away has anunlimited shelf life and is provided to attendees inthe conference welcome bag.

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Conference Advertising Opportunities:• Registration Page Insert - $450 (Must provide

500 flyer/brochures no later than August 10)• Onsite Program Guide Full-page ad - $850• Onsite Program Guide Half-page ad - $450

Annual ConferenceSponsor Package□ Silver Sponsor $2,500□ Gold Sponsor $5,000□ Platinum Sponsor $7,500□ Diamond Sponsor $10,000

Sub Total $___________

Annual Conference Exhibitor□ Basic Exhibitor Package $1,500□ Deluxe Exhibitor Package $2,000□ Application Late Fee (after July 24) $100□ Additional Exhibitor Only Passes -_____ x $100

Sub Total $___________

Annual Conference SponsorshipOpportunities

□ Monday Opening Reception $3,000□ Keynote Speaker $3,500□ Fun Run/Walk $1,200□ Cyber Café $3,500□ Lanyards $3,500□ Conference Welcome Bag $4,000□ Pens $1,000□ Highlighters $1,000□ USB Drives $4,500□ Monday Continental Breakfast $3,000□ Monday Morning Refreshment Break $1,500□ Monday Attendee Lunch $4,000□ Monday Afternoon Refreshment Break $1,500□ Tuesday Continental Breakfast $3,000□ Tuesday Morning Refreshment Break $1,500□ Tuesday Attendee Lunch $4,000□ Tuesday Afternoon Refreshment Break $1,500□ Wednesday Continental Breakfast $2,500□ Wednesday Morning Refreshment Break $1,500

Sub Total $___________

Conference AdvertisingOpportunities

□ Registration Page Insert - $450 (Must provide500 flyer/brochures no later than August 10)

□ Onsite Program Guide Full-page ad - $850□ Onsite Program Guide Half-page ad - $450

Regional SponsorshipOpportunities

□ February 24 …………… San Francisco, CA $2,000□ April 27………………… Midwest (TBD) $2,000□ June 29 (EMR Summit) . East Coast (TBD) $2,000□ July 27 …………………. Northwest (TBD) $2,000□ November 9 …………..............… Texas (TBD) $2,000□ December 7 ……………. Mid-Atlantic (TBD) $2,000□ Other: If you are interested in organizing and/orsponsoring a Regional Event on a different date and/or location than above, please contact Michelle atmcunningham@resourcenter.com.

Sub Total $___________

Webinar SponsorshipOpportunities□ February 16 $500□ March 15 $500□ April 19 $500□ May 17 $500□ June 21 $500□ July 19 $500□ October 18 $500□ November 15 $500

Audit Roundtable SponsorshipOpportunities□ February 2 ……….. Philadelphia, PA $2,500□ February 20 …………. New York, NY $2,500□ February/March (TBD)…… Phoenix, AZ $2,500□ March 8-9……………………….. Dallas, TX $2,500□ August 26 (four opportunities in conjunction with the

AHIA Annual Conference)…Philadelphia, PA□ IT Auditor $2,500□ Senior Auditor $2,500□ Chief Audit Executive $2,500□ CAE/Corporate Compliance Officer $2,500

□ Other: If you are interested in organizing and/orsponsoring a Roundtable on a different date and/or location than above, please contact Michelle atmcunningham@resourcenter.com.

Sub Total $___________

Grand Total $___________8

Exhibitor Application(Please print legibly)

Exhibiting/Sponsoring Company: ____________________________________________________________________

Contact Name: ____________________________________________________________________________________

Exhibit Representative Name(s): ______________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________________________

Address: ______________________________________________ City, State, Zip: _____________________________

Phone: ________________________________________________ Ext. ________ Fax: ___________________________

E-mail: ________________________________________________ Website/URL: _______________________________

Company contact name & email to be posted on AHIA website: _________________________________________

Additional “Exhibitor Only Passes” Names: ($100 each) _________________________________________________

_________________________________________________ _________________________________________________

Acknowledgement of terms: Please indicate that you have read and agree to the Exhibit Regulations for the2011 AHIA Annual Conference, on pages 11 & 12, also available on the AHIA website. This agreement becomesvalid when payment is received.

Signature __________________________________________________________________________________________

Application Deadline: Applications not filed by July 24, 2012 will be assigned on a space-available basis and a$100 late fee will be required before your application can be processed.

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Payment Information from page 8: Total amount due: $ ___________________

□ Check enclosed □ VISA □ MC □ AMEX □ DISCOVER

Card #: ____________________________________________________________________________________________

Expiration Date mm/yyyy: _________________________ CVV Code: _______________________________________

Name on card: ___________________________________ Signature ________________________________________

Return this application with payment to:

Michelle Cunningham, AHIA Account Executive,10200 West 44th Avenue, Suite 304, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033Phone: (888) 275-2442 x132 l FAX: (303) 422-8894mcunningham@resourcenter.com

Exhibit Booth Location RequestPlease list preferred booth choices: Late fee (if applicable): $ ___________

1st: ________________________________ 2nd: _____________________________ 3rd: ________________________

If our space section is not available:□ We will accept AHIA’s alternate placement. □ Contact us for a new choice.

Booth Location

PLEASE LOCATE US NEAR...

We prefer to be located NEAR one of the following companies (specific names, not type of businesses):

1. _________________________________________________________________________________________________

2. _________________________________________________________________________________________________

3. _________________________________________________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOCATE US NEAR...“Located away” means not directly next to or across the aisle. We prefer to be located away from thefollowing, competing companies (specific names, not type of businesses):

1. _________________________________________________________________________________________________

2. _________________________________________________________________________________________________

3. _________________________________________________________________________________________________

Payment Information:Exhibit booth is not secured until full payment is received.

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Company ListingIMPORTANT: Provide a description in 50-words or less for your company’s product(s)/service(s) to be publishedin AHIA promotional materials, including the on-site program. Please include your description here OR emailyour description to mcunningham@resourcenter.com.

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Exhibit RegulationsTo ensure your exhibiting experience at AHIA’s AnnualConference is successful, please read the following rulesand regulations carefully. By submitting an exhibitorregistration application you agree to abide by these andany other rules and regulations set forth for this event.

Exhibit SpaceWhenever possible, space assignments will be made byAHIA in keeping with the preferences for locationrequested by the exhibitor. Exhibitors wishing to avoidassignment of space adjacent to that of a particularexhibitor should indicate so on the application. In theevent of conflicting requests for space, booth space willbe assigned based upon the order in which applicationswith full payment are received. AHIA reserves theright to make the final determination of all spaceassignments in the best interests of the exhibition.

AHIA reserves the right to decline to permit an exhibitorto conduct and maintain an exhibit, if, in the judgment ofAHIA, said exhibitor or exhibit, or proposed exhibit, shall,in any respect, be deemed unsuitable. This reservationrelates to persons’ conduct, articles of merchandise, printedmatter, souvenirs, catalogs, and any other items, withoutlimitation, that affect the character of the exhibition.

Exhibitors are prohibited from assigning or subletting abooth or any part of the space allotted to them, nor shallthey exhibit or permit to be exhibited in their space anymerchandise or advertising materials which are not a partof their own regular products.

ExhibitsTwo chairs per exhibitor, 6’ draped table, and onewastebasket will be provided to each exhibitor. NOTE: Tomaintain uniformity and to prevent obstruction of the viewof adjoining booths, displays must NOT be higher than 8’in the back and 4’ high along dividers and aisles. No walls,partitions, decorations, or any other obstructions may beerected which in any way interfere with the view of anyother exhibit. Utilities (e.g. internet, telephone, etc) mustbe ordered directly from the designated vendors and arenot included in the booth fee.

Exhibit StaffDepending on exhibit level, the exhibit fee includes“exhibit only” passes for booth representatives. Thesepasses do not allow access to conference sessions.Meals are included in the booth fee. If additionalrepresentatives are needed, a feeof $100per person applies.

PaymentPayment in full is expected at the time the exhibitorapplication is submitted.

Failure to OccupySpace not occupied by the close of installation (unlessprevious written arrangements were made) will beforfeited by the exhibitor. AHIA may resell, reassign, oruse the space. If display equipment is available, AHIAmaychoose to have the exhibit erected at the exhibitor’sexpense. The exhibitor is not relieved of the obligation topay the full exhibit price.

Meeting CancellationIt is mutually agreed that in the event of cancellation ofthe Annual Conference due to acts of God, war, terrorism,natural disaster, strikes, civil disorder, curtailmentof transportation, government regulations, or otheremergencies making it inadvisable, illegal or causes whichwould prevent its scheduled opening or continuance,then and thereupon, this agreement will be terminated.AHIA shall determine an equitable basis for the refund ofsuch consideration of expenditures and commitmentsalready made.

Cancellation of Exhibit SpaceCancellations of exhibit space must be directed in writingto AHIA, 2012 Annual Conference, 10200 West 44thAvenue, Suite 304, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033. Refunds,less a $100 cancellation fee, will be made at the discretionof AHIA. No refund will be given for a cancellationmade after August 10, 2012.

Additional SpaceRequests for use of function space at the facility must bemade in writing to AHIA. Upon receipt of request forfunction space, AHIA will notify you if space is available.It is the responsibility of the exhibitor to finalizearrangements with the hotel.

Fire ProtectionAll exhibits must conform to fire laws, health regulations,electrical codes, and other ordinances of the local firedepartment. All materials are subject to the inspection ofthe local fire department and their regulations shallgovern. Any exhibits or parts thereof found not to befireproof may be ordered dismantled. Enclosed ceilingsare not permitted in the exhibit hall. The hotel reservesthe right to dismantle any exhibit it feels does notconform to the fire laws, health regulations, electricalcodes, and other ordinances of the local fire department.

LiabilityExhibitors shall protect, save and hold AHIA, and theirofficers, directors, employees, and agents; the hotel inwhich AHIA’s meeting is being conducted, and all agentsand employees thereof; and show management and itsofficers, directors, employees and agents (hereinaftercollectively called “Indemnities”) forever harmless fromany damages or charges imposed for violations of any lawor ordinance, whether occasioned by the negligence ofthe exhibitors or those holding under the exhibitors and

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further, exhibitor shall at all times protect, indemnify, saveand hold harmless the Indemnities against and from anyand all losses, costs damages, liability, or expense(including attorney’s fees) arising from or out of orby reason of any accident or bodily injury or otheroccurrences to any property, person or persons, includingthe exhibitor, its agents employees and business invitees,which arise from or out of or by reasons of said exhibitor’soccupancy and use of the facilities, or any part thereof.

Certificate of InsuranceThe AHIA does not provide insurance for exhibitors’property. Exhibitors must insure their exhibit materials,goods, and/or equipment against theft, damage by fire,accident, or loss of any kind.

Damage to PropertyThe exhibitor is liable for any damage caused to hotel

floors, walls, or columns or to booth equipment or toother exhibitors’ property. The exhibitor may not mark,tack, make holes, or apply paint, lacquer, adhesives, orother coating to hotel floors, walls, or columns or to boothequipment.

Americans with Disabilities ActExhibitor represents and warrants (i) that its exhibit will beaccessible to the full extent required by law; (ii) that itsexhibit will comply with the American with Disabilities Act(ADA) and with any regulations implemented by the ADA;and (iii) that it shall indemnify and hold AHIA harmlessfrom and against any and all claims and expenses,including attorneys’ fees and litigations expenses, thatmay be incurred by or asserted against AHIA, its officers,directors, agents, or employees on the basis of theexhibitor’s breach of this paragraph or noncompliancewith any of the provision of the ADA.

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