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 and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, 

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To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 

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 941 0, or call (202)720-5964 (voice or TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and 

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