Marion County Property Assessor 2026: Search & Tax Records

Marion County Tennessee Property Records Guide

Search Marion County TN Property Values, Parcels, GIS and Tax Records

The Marion County Assessor of Property appraises land and improvements, maintains property ownership and mailing information, assigns parcel identifiers, supports GIS mapping and prepares assessments used for taxation. The Assessor does not collect the property-tax payment. The Marion County Trustee handles bills, payments and Tax Relief, while the Register of Deeds maintains deeds, mortgages, plats and other recorded land documents.

This 2026 guide explains how to search the Tennessee Property Assessment Data system, interpret the county’s reappraisal values, calculate assessed value, find Trustee tax records, prepare a County Board appeal, review Greenbelt and Tax Relief rules, check municipal or covenant issues and locate recorded documents without using the wrong Marion County or wrong state.

Search owner, address, subdivision or parcel ID
Understand the 2026 countywide reappraisal
Separate assessment values from tax payments
Review Greenbelt, relief, deeds and GIS records
Assessor of Property Darrell Pittman
Assessor phone 423-942-3494
County code Tennessee jurisdiction 058
Reappraisal year 2026
Editorial verification August 6, 2026
Confirm the state before searching

This Guide Covers Marion County, Tennessee

This article is for property located in Jasper, South Pittsburg, Kimball, Whitwell, New Hope, Orme, Powells Crossroads, the Marion County portion of Monteagle and surrounding unincorporated Tennessee communities.

Ocala or Marion County, Florida? Use the separate Marion County Property Appraiser search and homestead guide. Florida uses a Property Appraiser and Tax Collector system, while Tennessee uses an Assessor of Property and County Trustee.
Current August 2026 status

Marion County Is in a 2026 Reappraisal Year

The Tennessee assessment database identifies 2026 as Marion County’s reappraisal year. During editorial review, the public property database displayed tax-year 2026 data updated July 26, 2026.
Property values are current for 2026 Search the state assessment database and compare the new market appraisal, classification, use value and assessed value.
Tax bills may not yet show 2026 During review, the Tennessee Trustee page displayed tax information last updated September 19, 2025. Assessment data can update before the fall tax bill is loaded.
Appeal timing requires immediate attention The general State Board deadline is August 1 or 45 days after the County Board decision notice, whichever is later. A notice-specific window may still be open.
As of August 6, 2026: Do not assume the ordinary County Board filing period remains open. Contact the Assessor immediately at 423-942-3494 and use the date on the County Board decision notice when determining whether a State Board appeal remains timely.
Start with the correct office

Assessor, Trustee and Register of Deeds Responsibilities

Assessor of Property

  • Market appraisal and assessment
  • Owner and mailing information
  • Control map, group and parcel
  • Property characteristics and classifications
  • GIS mapping for taxation
  • Greenbelt and County Board appeal routing

Marion County Trustee

  • County property-tax bills
  • Current and prior tax records
  • Online, mail and office payments
  • Mortgage-company payment verification
  • Receipts and delinquency questions
  • State Property Tax Relief applications

Register of Deeds

  • Warranty deeds
  • Deeds of trust and mortgages
  • Plats and real-estate powers of attorney
  • Public document lookup stations
  • Internet document retrieval
  • Property Fraud Alert enrollment
Important distinction: The Assessor does not collect property taxes. The Trustee cannot change the appraised value. The Register of Deeds records legal instruments but does not create deeds or perform a certified title search.

Choose the Marion County Property Task You Need

Search a parcel or owner Use Tennessee Property Assessment Data to search by owner, property address or parcel ID.
Review the 2026 reappraisal Compare land, improvements, total market appraisal, classification and assessed value.
Find or pay property taxes Use Tennessee Trustee to search by name, address, receipt, year, map or subdivision.
Correct a property record Contact the Assessor with deed, permit, survey, photo or property-specific evidence.
Review Greenbelt or Tax Relief Use the Assessor for Greenbelt and the Trustee for state-funded Property Tax Relief.
Find a deed or covenant Use the Register of Deeds with the state tax map and parcel identifier.

Jump to Your Marion County Property Task

Advanced Marion County Property Search Fields

Owner name Search an individual, trust, estate, company or other owner name. Use a partial name when the exact format is unknown.
Property address Street number is optional in the state system, so a road-name search can help locate rural or inconsistently formatted addresses.
Subdivision name Search a recorded subdivision when the owner or street address does not provide a clean result.
Classification Filter by residential, farm, commercial, forest or another listed property class.
Sale-date range Find property transferred within a selected period and compare the recorded sale details.
Control map, group and parcel Enter the map components separately for an exact parcel match.
Parcel formatting: The control map uses three numbers with up to two optional letters. The group uses up to two optional letters. The parcel uses five digits with an optional decimal after the third digit.

Six Fields to Match Before Using a Marion County Record

Tax year Confirm 2026 or prior year.
January 1 owner Check assessment-date owner.
Property location Match the site address.
Parcel ID Match map, group and parcel.
Classification Verify property use.
Assessment Confirm percentage and amount.
Do not rely on the mailing address alone: Rural tracts, mineral interests, mobile homes, business property and adjoining parcels may use the same owner or mailing address but require separate assessment and tax review.
Read the state parcel record correctly

Marion County Property Record Field Decoder

Property field What it means What to verify
January 1 owner Owner associated with the property on Tennessee’s annual assessment date. A later sale may not change who appears for that tax year.
Property location The physical or situs address associated with the parcel. Compare with deed, road name and GIS map.
Control map The primary tax-map component used to organize parcel records. Include letters and leading zeros when applicable.
Group and parcel Additional components identifying the exact parcel within a control map. Do not omit decimals or special-interest characters.
Special interest A separate interest such as mineral rights or another taxable property interest. Do not confuse it with the surface parcel.
Land market value Estimated market value assigned to land. Check acreage, land code, location and use.
Improvement value Appraised value assigned to buildings, structures or qualifying improvements. Check square footage, condition, construction and demolition.
Total market appraisal Combined market appraisal of land and improvements. This is not the final assessed value or tax bill.
Use appraisal Use-based value for qualifying Greenbelt agricultural, forest or open-space land. Compare enrollment, acreage and rollback exposure.
Assessment percentage Tennessee statutory ratio applied according to classification. Residential and commercial properties use different percentages.
Assessment Appraised or qualifying use value multiplied by the assessment percentage. This amount is used with the adopted tax rate.
Sale book and page Recorded-document reference associated with a transfer. Use the Register of Deeds for the complete instrument.
Countywide market-value update

What the 2026 Marion County Reappraisal Means

A reappraisal is a countywide mass appraisal that updates eligible real property to reflect a current level of market value. It does not mean every property’s tax bill will change by the same percentage.

Property inventory Review land, structures, use, location, permits, sales and physical characteristics.
Market analysis Analyze qualified sales and local property patterns throughout Marion County.
2026 appraisal Establish a new market appraisal and apply the statutory classification ratio.
Assessment notice Notify owners when value or classification changes and provide review instructions.
Rate and tax bill County and municipal bodies adopt rates after considering the reappraised tax base.
Higher value does not equal the same tax increase Tennessee’s certified-tax-rate process is designed so a reappraisal alone does not automatically create a revenue windfall.
Individual bills can still change A property’s value may change differently from the county average, and elected bodies can adopt a rate above the certified rate after required procedures.
Use the new 2026 assessment Do not calculate the fall 2026 tax bill using a prior appraisal or assume the prior tax rate will remain unchanged.
Review physical facts first: A market-value argument is stronger when the owner has already checked acreage, building area, quality, condition, classification, utilities, Greenbelt status and sale history.

Tennessee Assessment Ratios Used in Marion County

Tennessee property assessment ratios
Residential25 percent
Farm25 percent
Business personal property30 percent
Commercial and industrial40 percent
Public utility55 percent
Classification matters: A commercial property appraised at the same market value as a residence normally has a higher assessed value because the statutory assessment ratios differ.

How to Estimate a Marion County Property Tax Bill

Appraised value × ratio Residential and farm property generally use 25%; commercial and industrial use 40%.
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Assessed value ÷ 100 Tennessee tax rates are expressed as dollars per $100 of assessed value.
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Adopted tax rate Use the current county and applicable municipal rate—not a prior-year estimate.
2026 reappraisal caution: Do not estimate the 2026 bill using the 2025 appraisal and old rate. Wait for the adopted 2026 rate or the official Trustee bill.
City property: A parcel inside Jasper, South Pittsburg, Kimball, Whitwell, New Hope, Orme, Powells Crossroads or the Marion County portion of Monteagle may require review of municipal tax treatment in addition to county taxes.
Tennessee annual property timeline

Marion County Assessment and Tax Calendar

Assessment date Ownership, condition and classification are generally tied to January 1.
Business schedules Tangible personal-property schedules should be mailed by this date.
Prior taxes delinquent Prior-year taxes become delinquent, and business schedules are generally due.
Greenbelt deadline First-time agricultural, forest or open-space applications are due.
Assessments complete Change notices should be mailed by the statewide target date.
County Board The County Board of Equalization generally begins its annual session.
State appeal General deadline is August 1 or 45 days from the County Board notice, whichever is later.
Current taxes due Current-year county taxes become due on the first Monday in October.
Interest-free payment period: Tennessee’s general schedule allows prior-year county taxes to be paid without interest through the end of February, with delinquency beginning March 1. Confirm the exact amount with the Trustee.
Use the Marion County Trustee

How to Search Marion County Property Tax Records

Open the Marion County Tennessee Trustee search. Use Tennessee Trustee for Marion County.
Choose a search method. Search by name or address, receipt and year, map, or subdivision.
Use the parcel information from TPAD. Copy the owner, address, map, group and parcel when the tax search does not return a clean result.
Select the tax year. Review every available year rather than assuming only the latest bill matters.
Use “show only unpaid” carefully. Turn it off when verifying a mortgage-company payment or researching prior receipts.
Open the tax card. Confirm owner, map and parcel, assessed value, tax amount, payment, receipt and balance.
Check mortgage-company payment. The official county service page specifically directs owners to the portal to see whether a lender paid the taxes.
Save proof before paying again. Compare the Trustee record with bank or escrow activity to prevent duplicate payment.
Portal freshness: During editorial review on August 6, 2026, the Trustee page displayed property-tax information last updated September 19, 2025. The 2026 Assessor record can be available before the 2026 fall tax bill.

Marion County Property Tax Payment Methods

Pay in the Trustee’s office Bring the tax card, owner name or complete map and parcel identifier and retain the printed receipt.
Pay by mail Include enough account information to identify the property and keep a copy of the payment and mailing proof.
Pay online Search and verify the tax record through Tennessee Trustee before opening the payment authorization.
Cash or check The county lists cash and check among accepted office payment methods.
Credit or debit card Review the processing charge before submitting a card payment.
Mortgage escrow Check the Trustee record and lender escrow history before making an owner payment.
Published credit/debit card processing fee 2.75%

The county’s official service page states that the payment clearinghouse charges 2.75% of the amount owed for credit or debit card payments.

Assessed value is not the amount due: The Trustee tax card—not the Assessor’s assessment field—shows the actual tax charge, payment and current balance.
Protect each level of review

How to Appeal a Marion County Property Assessment

Informal Assessor review Discuss factual errors, classification, comparable sales and the new appraisal with the Assessor.
County Board of Equalization File with the County Board to preserve the normal right to further administrative appeal.
State Board of Equalization File by August 1 or within 45 days of the County Board notice, whichever is later.
Further review Follow the administrative decision for Board review or Chancery Court deadlines.
Informal review is not a formal appeal. A conversation with the Assessor does not preserve further appeal rights unless the owner also files with the County Board within the applicable local deadline.
Current August 2026 action: Some taxpayers may still be within 45 days of a County Board decision notice even though August 1 has passed. Use the mailing date on the decision and contact the Assessor immediately.

Evidence to prepare

  • 2026 property assessment record
  • Assessment change notice
  • Comparable sales near the valuation date
  • Photographs showing condition
  • Repair or engineering estimates
  • Survey or verified acreage
  • Building plans or measurements
  • Permits or demolition records
  • Income records for applicable commercial property
  • Evidence of incorrect classification
  • Deed or ownership documents
  • County Board decision notice
“I am calling about Marion County tax map and parcel __________. The 2026 record shows a market appraisal of __________ and an assessment of __________. I believe the record is incorrect because __________. Please confirm the current appeal or correction route and the deadline tied to my notice.”

How to Correct Marion County Property Record Errors

Incorrect mailing address Contact the Assessor with the parcel ID, owner name and correct mailing information.
Owner has not updated Confirm the deed was recorded, then provide book, page or instrument information to the Assessor.
Wrong acreage Prepare a recorded survey, deed, plat or other reliable land-description evidence.
Building information is wrong Use plans, permits, measurements, photographs or demolition evidence.
Classification is wrong Document the actual residential, farm, forest, commercial or other qualifying use.
Tax payment is wrong Contact the Trustee rather than submitting an appraisal correction.
Save the current 2026 parcel record. Preserve the incorrect information and the database update date.
Identify the exact field. State the current entry and the corrected value requested.
Attach direct proof. Match the document to the problem—deed for ownership, survey for acreage or permit for construction.
Contact the Assessor. Call 423-942-3494 for the correct submission method.
Retain the confirmation. Save the email, letter, staff name, date and supporting documents.
Recheck assessment and tax records. The Assessor and Trustee systems may update on different schedules.
Applications begin with the Trustee

Marion County Property Tax Relief and Whitwell Tax Freeze

Elderly homeowner Tax Relief Tennessee provides state-funded relief for qualifying low-income homeowners age 65 or older.
Disabled homeowner Tax Relief A qualifying homeowner who is totally and permanently disabled may apply through the Trustee.
Disabled veteran relief Qualifying service-connected disabled veterans and eligible surviving spouses can apply under state rules.
Tax Relief is not an exemption: The owner still receives a property-tax bill and remains responsible for any amount not covered by the approved state payment.
Where to apply: Marion County’s official service page directs Tax Relief applicants to the Trustee’s office. Call Trustee Diane Massengale at 423-942-2681.
Whitwell Tax Freeze: Tennessee’s official 2026 participation list includes the City of Whitwell with a $38,470 income limit. Marion County is not listed as a countywide Tax Freeze jurisdiction. Whitwell residents should verify annual city eligibility and filing instructions with the collecting official.
Agricultural, forest and open-space land

Marion County Greenbelt Applications and Rollback Taxes

Tennessee Greenbelt values qualifying land according to its present agricultural, forest or open-space use rather than ordinary highest-and-best-use market value.

First-time deadline A first-time Greenbelt application must generally be filed with the Assessor by March 15.
Recording requirement An approved application must be recorded with the Register of Deeds, and the applicant pays the recording fee.
Ownership change Reapplication is normally required when ownership as of January 1 changes.
Late continuation filing A continuing owner may have 30 days after a disqualification notice to file late with a $50 fee payable to the Trustee.
Agricultural or forest rollback Rollback generally recaptures the prior three years of tax savings.
Open-space rollback Open-space rollback generally covers the prior five years.
Buyer due diligence: Before purchasing Greenbelt property, confirm current enrollment, qualifying acreage, intended future use and possible rollback liability. Rollback taxes are a recapture of prior tax savings rather than an ordinary late-payment penalty.
Open Official Tennessee Greenbelt Guidance Review applications, March 15 filing rules, late continuation, recording, appeals and rollback calculations.

Marion County Business Tangible Personal Property

Business tangible personal property can include machinery, computers, furniture, tools, equipment, supplies and other movable assets used in a business.

February 1 Personal Property Schedules should be mailed to business owners by this date.
March 1 The completed schedule should generally be returned to the Assessor.
30% ratio Tennessee generally assesses business tangible personal property at 30% of appraised value.
June appeal Disputed personal-property assessments can be appealed to the County Board.
September 1 amendment This is the general deadline for an amended Personal Property Schedule for the prior tax year.
Closed business Notify the Assessor promptly rather than assuming the account will close automatically.
Do not ignore an estimated assessment: Failure to file can result in an Assessor-generated assessment and can limit later correction options.

Mobile Homes, Mineral Interests and Special Parcel Records

Mobile-home assessment State assessment records can list the number of mobile homes and may separate mobile-home or park information from other property details.
Manufactured-home permits Marion County lists manufactured-home permits among services handled by the County Clerk.
Mineral interests A parcel can contain a separate special-interest record for mineral rights that should not be confused with the surface parcel.
Search all related records: When a parcel result includes a special-interest code, mobile-home entry or multiple parcel lines, open each record before paying taxes or relying on ownership information.
Official recorded-property documents

How to Find Marion County Deeds, Mortgages, Plats and Covenants

The Register of Deeds is Marion County’s land-record custodian. The office records warranty deeds, deeds of trust, real-estate powers of attorney, plats and other documents authorized by Tennessee law.

Copy the state tax map and parcel. Use the complete identifier from the Assessor record before contacting the Register.
Identify owner and prior owner names. Deed research may require searching grantor and grantee variations.
Use the public lookup stations. Marion County states that public document-research stations are available in the Register of Deeds office.
Use internet retrieval when appropriate. The county identifies TitleSearcher as its internet document-retrieval service.
Review book, page and instrument details. Compare the Assessor sale record with the complete recorded instrument.
Use professional title help when needed. The Register does not create legal documents or perform certified title searches.
Title and survey warning: The Assessor map and Register index are not title insurance or a boundary survey. Use a title company, attorney or licensed surveyor for legal ownership, easement or boundary work.
Unique Marion County land-use issue

GIS Records Do Not Prove Zoning or Building Rights

Unincorporated Marion County The county’s official FAQ states that unincorporated Marion County does not have zoning.
City property Property inside a Marion County city must follow that city’s permitting or land-use process.
Covenants and restrictions A subdivision or plat may contain private restrictions, provisions or an HOA even where county zoning does not apply.
Register research The county advises providing the State Tax Map and Parcel when asking the Register of Deeds to research covenants or restrictions.
Do not purchase or build from the Assessor record alone: Verify flood requirements, permits, access, utilities, septic conditions, recorded restrictions, easements and any city jurisdiction before committing to a project.

Which Marion County Records Should Different Users Review?

User situation Records to review Best next action
Current homeowner 2026 appraisal, classification, property facts, Trustee tax card and mailing address. Correct factual errors and protect appeal deadlines.
Prospective buyer Parcel record, deed, tax history, GIS, Greenbelt, covenants and municipal jurisdiction. Confirm rollback, title and land-use risks before closing.
Farm or forest owner Market value, use value, classification, acreage and Greenbelt application. Review March 15 filing and ownership-change requirements.
Mortgage escrow customer Trustee payment status and lender escrow history. Avoid duplicate payment by confirming the lender’s payment posted.
Business owner Schedule B, asset list, assessment, tax card and business status. File by March 1 and notify the Assessor if the business closes.
Senior or disabled homeowner Primary residence, tax bill, income, age or disability documentation. Apply for Tax Relief through the Trustee.
Whitwell senior City residence, ownership, income and annual application records. Check both state Tax Relief and the Whitwell Tax Freeze.
Appeal filer 2026 notice, property card, comparable sales, condition proof and County Board notice. Use the notice-specific deadline and preserve every filing confirmation.

Marion County Property Office Contacts

Assessor of Property Darrell Pittman
423-942-3494
Values, parcel records, GIS and Greenbelt
County Trustee Diane Massengale
423-942-2681
Tax bills, payments and Tax Relief
Register of Deeds Debbie Pittman
423-942-2573
Deeds, mortgages, plats and covenants
County Courthouse 1 Courthouse Square
P.O. Box 789
Jasper, TN 37347
General courthouse hours: Marion County publishes Monday through Friday hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Central Time for its main county offices. Confirm the specific department schedule and holiday closure before traveling.

Marion County Property Search Problems and Fixes

Problem Practical fix Correct office
Owner search returns no result Use surname only, prior owner, trust name, business name, address or parcel ID. Assessor
Rural address fails Search the road name without the street number, then use advanced map fields. Assessor
Several parcels look similar Match control map, group, parcel, special interest, acreage and property location. Assessor
Owner has not updated Confirm deed recording and provide book and page information to the Assessor. Register, then Assessor
2026 value increased sharply Remember 2026 is a reappraisal year; verify property facts and comparable market evidence. Assessor
Assessment does not equal tax due Apply the tax rate through the Trustee bill; the assessment is only the taxable base. Trustee
2026 bill is missing online The fall bill may not yet be loaded; check the portal update date and contact the Trustee. Trustee
Mortgage payment not visible Turn off “show only unpaid,” review the full tax card and compare lender records. Trustee
Greenbelt use value disappeared Review ownership change, disqualification notice, late continuation period and recording status. Assessor and Trustee
Need subdivision restrictions Give the Register the State Tax Map and Parcel and request the relevant plat or covenant. Register of Deeds
Need legal boundary Obtain a recorded survey or hire a licensed surveyor. Do not rely on the GIS line. Surveyor or Register
County Board appeal period passed Check the decision-notice date and contact the Assessor about State Board or correction options. Assessor and State Board
“I am researching Marion County tax map, group and parcel __________. The 2026 assessment record shows __________, but my deed, survey, permit, tax card or property evidence shows __________. Please confirm the correct office, required documentation and filing deadline.”
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Marion County Property Records Action Center

Use these official routes after confirming that the property is located in Marion County, Tennessee and matching the complete parcel identifier.

Title-specific answers

Marion County Property Assessor 2026 FAQs

1. How do I search Marion County Tennessee property records?

Open Tennessee Property Assessment Data, select Marion County and search by owner name, property address or parcel ID. Advanced search also supports subdivision, classification, sale-date range, control map, group and parcel fields.

2. Is 2026 a reappraisal year in Marion County?

Yes. Tennessee Property Assessment Data identifies 2026 as Marion County’s reappraisal year. Owners should review the new market appraisal, property characteristics, classification and assessment rather than comparing only the final tax bill.

3. Does the Marion County Assessor collect property taxes?

No. The Assessor appraises and assesses property, maintains parcel information and supports GIS mapping. The Marion County Trustee handles county property-tax bills, payments, receipts and Property Tax Relief applications.

4. What assessment ratio applies to Marion County property?

Tennessee generally assesses residential and farm real property at 25% of appraised value, business tangible personal property at 30%, commercial and industrial property at 40%, and public utility property at 55%.

5. How do I pay Marion County property taxes?

Use the Marion County Tennessee Trustee search to verify the tax card, then pay in the Trustee’s office, by mail or online. The county currently publishes a 2.75% processing fee for credit or debit card payments.

6. How do I appeal a 2026 Marion County assessment?

Begin with the Assessor, then file with the County Board of Equalization to preserve normal further appeal rights. A State Board appeal is generally due by August 1 or within 45 days after the County Board decision notice, whichever is later.

7. Does Marion County offer Property Tax Relief or a Tax Freeze?

The Marion County Trustee accepts applications for Tennessee Property Tax Relief for qualifying elderly, disabled and disabled-veteran homeowners. Marion County is not listed as a countywide Tax Freeze jurisdiction, but Whitwell is listed as a participating city for 2026.

8. What is the Marion County Greenbelt filing deadline?

A first-time Tennessee Greenbelt application is generally due to the Assessor by March 15. Approved applications must be recorded, and an ownership change can require reapplication. Disqualification can create rollback taxes.

9. Where can I find Marion County deeds and subdivision restrictions?

Contact the Marion County Register of Deeds. The office maintains deeds, deeds of trust, plats and other land records, provides public lookup stations and offers internet retrieval through its listed records service.

10. Does unincorporated Marion County have zoning?

The county’s official FAQ states that unincorporated Marion County does not have zoning. However, recorded covenants, subdivision restrictions, HOA provisions, flood rules, permits and municipal jurisdiction can still limit property use.

Official Sources and Editorial Verification

What was reviewed: Marion County Assessor and Trustee responsibilities, 2026 property database, reappraisal status, assessment ratios, tax search fields, payment methods, card fee, annual assessment calendar, appeal deadlines, Property Tax Relief, Whitwell Tax Freeze, Greenbelt, business personal property, deed services and unincorporated land-use guidance.

CountyPropertyAppraiser.org is an independent informational website. It is not affiliated with the Marion County Assessor of Property, Marion County Trustee, Marion County Register of Deeds, Tennessee Comptroller of the Treasury, County Board of Equalization, State Board of Equalization, Tennessee Trustee, TitleSearcher or any Marion County municipality.

Owners, appraisals, assessments, tax rates, bills, fees, deadlines, program income limits, office hours, elected officials, forms and online records can change. Confirm time-sensitive information with the responsible official office before paying, filing, appealing, recording a document, buying land or taking legal action.

Last reviewed: August 6, 2026.

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