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2. In preparation of this site, every effort has been made to offer the most up-to-date and accurate information possible. Nevertheless, inadvertent errors in information may occur. In particular NOAA disclaims any responsibility for typographical errors and accuracy of the information that may be contained on the Legislative Atlas web site. The information included on the Legislative Atlas web site has been compiled from a variety of sources, and is subject to change without notice to the user. NOAA makes no warranties or representations whatsoever regarding the availability, quality, accuracy, content, completeness or suitability for the user's needs of such information. The services, information, and data made available on the Legislative Atlas web site are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind.

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